Bridgerton Fans Outraged After Unofficial Detroit Ball Fails to Deliver

Fans of the hit Netflix show Bridgerton were left disappointed and frustrated after an unofficial Bridgerton-themed ball in Detroit turned out to be a major letdown. Promoted as a glamorous evening of Regency-era elegance with ballroom dancing, music, and costumes, the event fell far short of expectations, leaving attendees feeling scammed.

Photos and videos of the event have since gone viral on social media, as disgruntled guests shared their disappointment with the low-budget decorations, poorly prepared food, and a surprising lack of entertainment—featuring only a stripper instead of the promised ballroom performances. The ball, which was not endorsed by Netflix or Shondaland, had advertised itself as an “evening of sophistication, grace, and historical charm.”

Tickets for the event started at $150, with some guests paying extra for the “Duke and Duchess” package, which included dinner. However, attendees criticized the food, describing it as “terrible” and even “undercooked.” Many guests were seen sitting on the floor, scrolling through their phones in frustration, while they called for refunds.

Social media is now flooded with complaints from fans, some of whom had dressed in their finest Regency-inspired outfits, only to be met with an event that was far from the magical Bridgerton experience they had anticipated.