In news that will no doubt delight both royal watchers and fans of The Crown alike, insiders have revealed that the final series of the hit Netflix hit will deliver a fitting tribute to the late Queen Elizabeth II.
Claire Foy who brought the young monarch to life, and Olivia Colman who portrayed her during middle age, have reportedly filmed new scenes for the series’ conclusion.
These highly anticipated moments will be featured in the final installment of the Netflix series, alongside the remarkable Imelda Staunton who will depict the Queen in her older years.
“Netflix are playing a clever hand with these four queens, bringing the story of Her Majesty to a sensational end after telling virtually all of her life story over 60 episodes,” a television insider told The Sun.
“It also indicates the respect and affection which the creators have for the late monarch, even though they might not feel the same way about the royals as an institution.
“The idea would most likely have been devised last year, around the time that the Queen passed away, as a way of paying tribute to her.
“Getting the actresses together was no mean feat as both Claire and Olivia went on to bigger things after making The Crown and have packed schedules.”
Fans of The Crown are ecstatic about the upcoming concluding series, many eager to see previous incarnations of the Queen return.
“This is going to be one epic season of Excited to see Viola Prettejohn, Claire Foy, Olivia Colman and Imelda Staunton all bring their unique talents to portray Queen Elizabeth at different stages of her life. Can’t wait!”
“Claire Foy was the best Elizabeth. so excited to see her in this role again.”
“YASSS CLAIRE AND OLIVIA ARE BACK.”
In addition to The Crown’s upcoming tribute, the late Monarch was recently honoured with a stamp collection that featured Her Majesty’s image.
“For the past seventy years, every British stamp has been personally approved by Her Late Majesty, Queen Elizabeth,” Simon Thompson, CEO of the Royal Mail, said in a statement.
“Today we are unveiling these stamps, the first to be approved by His Majesty The King, in tribute to a woman whose commitment to public service and duty was unparalleled in the history of this country.”
Queen Elizabeth II passed away at the age of 96, on Thursday, September 8 at 6.30pm London time at Balmoral, triggering an outpouring of grief from across the globe.
Buckingham Palace announced her death in a statement after senior royals gathered at Balmoral following concern from the Queen’s doctors regarding her health earlier in the day.
“The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon,” the statement read.