Luke Newton wants to be Ken to Nicola Coughlan’s Barbie

Luke Newton playfully campaigned to be Barbie's Ken for co-star Nicola Coughlan.

Luke Newton, known for his role as Colin Bridgerton in the hit series "Bridgerton," appeared on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" where he entertained the audience with a monologue about popular pop culture trends. Newton, adopting his "Bridgerton" acting style, humorously recited, “I’m just Ken, anywhere else I’d be a ten,” referencing the character from the recent "Barbie" movie.

During his performance, Newton made a playful connection to his "Bridgerton" co-star Nicola Coughlan, who appeared in the "Barbie" film. He stated, “Nicola, my co-star, was in 'Barbie'. So we have the link... so I can be the Ken for her.”

Newton’s appearance on the show highlighted his comedic talents and his enthusiasm for potentially taking on the iconic role of Ken. His playful monologue not only showcased his acting versatility but also hinted at his interest in exploring new character dynamics with Coughlan in a future project.

Newton’s remarks were met with laughter and applause from the audience, adding a light-hearted moment to the show. His fans and viewers of "The Tonight Show" enjoyed his unique blend of period drama delivery and contemporary pop culture references.