Heartstopper fans react to Jonathan Bailey's brief cameo on hit Netflix show

The release of the eagerly awaited third season of Heartstopper has set social media abuzz as fans rush to post their reactions.

Netflix audiences were treated to a surprise in the latest series with a special appearance by Bridgerton's Jonathan Bailey, who plays Instagram sensation Jack Maddox, the crush of protagonist Charlie (interpreted by Joe Locke).

Following the marathon-viewing sessions, enthusiasts of Heartstopper headed to Reddit to discuss Bailey's contribution, and it seems there's a common thread in their opinions, reports the Mirror.

A fan commented: "Would have loved to see his cameo a little bit longer but I like the way they did Jonny's cameo. Start of more projects like this which he could be part of or help be part of telling."

Another enthusiast observed: "It is the cutest cameo. I found myself smiling the whole time... ha ha! But I wanted more. They promoted it a lot just for a couple of minutes. Got my hopes high."

A different fan mentioned: "He's an absolutely perfect addition to the cast, I just wish he was cast as a regular instead of a guest appearance."

Jonathan Bailey's participation in the popular Netflix series had been previously confirmed in April.

The actor, during his time on the Met Gala red carpet in May, expressed to Variety: "Like so many people, I watched the first [season] and thought it was one of the biggest, most beautiful gifts to so many people, and I wish I had that growing up."

Such was Bailey's admiration for Heartstopper that he shared his eagerness to join the project a wish that ultimately came true.

He elaborated: "I had a mutual friend who knows [executive producer Patrick Walters] and I just said, 'If there's anything I could do to help and be a part of that story.'"