Don Arnold/WireImage Renée Zellweger got candid about how she related to Bridget Jones' new chapter in Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy. "She felt familiar in so many ways. I think I've recognized her because I understand what she's been through,

The “Bridget Jones” franchise is long beloved by fans, due in extremely large part to Renée Zellweger’s portrayal of the title character. So, yes, the actress was a resource director Michael Morris turned to a lot while making the fourth film — and there was one particular insight from the Oscar winner that he says unlocked the whole thing.