Additional Proxy Soliciting Materials (Form DEFA14A)

UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

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SCHEDULE 14A

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Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934
(Amendment No. )

Check the appropriate box:

FRANKLIN BSP CAPITAL CORPORATION

(Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter)

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(Name of Person(s) Filing Proxy Statement, if Other Than the Registrant)

Payment of Filing Fee (Check all boxes that apply):

GO VOTE MATERIALS REQUIRING YOUR PROMPT ACTION ENCLOSED

YOUR VOTE IS IMPORTANT! VOTE YOUR SHARES TODAY! The annual stockholder meeting will be held on June 5, 2026. Whether or not you plan to attend, your vote is very important. You can vote your shares by internet, telephone, or mail. Simply follow the instructions on the enclosed form. For your convenience, we've highlighted where you can find your unique Control Number. If you have any questions, please call 1-844-302-3128. FOUR WAYS TO VOTE NOTE: This is not an actual Control Number. Please refer to the proxy card for your unique Control Number. ONLINE WWW.PROXYVOTE.COM/FBCC Please have your proxy card in hand when accessing the website. There are easy-to-follow directions to help you complete the electronic voting instruction form. PHONE WITHOUT A PROXY CARD Call 1-844-302-3128 Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. ET to speak with a proxy specialist. WITH A PROXY CARD Call 1-800-690-6903 with a touch-tone phone to vote using an automated system. QR CODE WITH A SMARTPHONE Vote by scanning the Quick Response Code or "QR Code" on the Proxy Card/VIF enclosed. MAIL VOTE PROCESSING Mark, sign and date your ballot and return it in the postage-paid envelope provided. NOTE: This is not an actual Control Number. Please refer to the voting instruction form for your unique Control Number.