# Aidan Turner on Rivals, beards, ballroom dancing and leaving Poldark behind

In a Guardian Culture interview, actor Aidan Turner discusses his role in the Disney+ series Rivals, his look including beards, ballroom dancing scenes, and moving on from his breakout part in Poldark. The piece is a light celebrity profile tied to promotion of the show rather than a breaking news event.

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- [The Guardian Culture](https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2026/oct/31/aidan-turner-interview-rivals-poldark-beards-ballroom-dancing) — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 12:00:43 GMT