Simone Ashley embraces her “Single Era” after splitting from Tino Klein

Simone Ashley is stepping into a new chapter of her life, confirming that she and Tino Klein have parted ways. While promoting her latest romantic comedy, the 'Bridgerton' star acknowledged the unexpected timing of her breakup, revealing that she’s now fully embracing her independence.
The 29 year old actress, best known for her role as Kate Sharma in Bridgerton, shared the news during an interview on the Woman’s Hour podcast. As she spoke about her upcoming film 'Picture This,' she reflected on her current relationship status and how life has shifted for her since her breakout role.
“It’s kind of ironic that I’m here promoting a rom-com while stepping into my single era,” Simone admitted, revealing that the split happened at the beginning of 2025. She explained that, rather than dwelling on the past, she’s focusing on personal growth.
“Right now, it’s all about me—focusing on my work, strengthening my inner confidence and embracing this new phase of life. It feels completely different from the time when Bridgerton first came out. Back then, everything was moving at such a crazy pace.”
Simone and Tino Klein, who went public with their relationship in March 2023, had been together for nearly two years before calling it quits. While she didn’t dive into details about the breakup, her words suggested a positive outlook as she moves forward.
During the conversation, Simone also reflected on the profound impact Bridgerton has had on her career, describing the experience as life-changing.
Simone Ashley stated that 'Bridgerton' will always hold a special place in her heart, as it opened doors for her in ways she never imagined. She expressed hope that the show is also creating opportunities for more women who share her background. She reflected on how many of her dreams have come true because of it and described that time in her life as feeling like a completely different era. Looking back, she recalled how everything changed when 'Bridgerton' premiered, turning her world upside down in the best way possible.
Though her personal life has shifted, Simone seems to be embracing the opportunities ahead with optimism. As she steps into this new phase, she’s making it clear that she’s focusing on herself, her career and all the exciting things yet to come.