King Charles and Camilla Parker Bowles marked a new chapter in British history, adorned with a staggering $4.1 billion in jewels during the State Opening of Parliament. This grand display of regal splendor highlights the enduring traditions of the monarchy.
At this significant ceremony, the couple’s selection of historic and valuable gems underscored their new roles as King and Queen. Each piece, rich in royal legacy, added to the pageantry and significance of their first parliamentary opening together.
King Charles and Camilla Parker Bowles wear a stunning array of jewels at their first opening of parliament
In a momentous occasion marking his first State Opening of Parliament as the reigning monarch, King Charles donned the regal Imperial State Crown. The late Queen Elizabeth II was the last to don the historic piece in parliament.
Last year, with the Queen’s health in decline, Charles performed his royal duties as Counsellors...
At this significant ceremony, the couple’s selection of historic and valuable gems underscored their new roles as King and Queen. Each piece, rich in royal legacy, added to the pageantry and significance of their first parliamentary opening together.
King Charles and Camilla Parker Bowles wear a stunning array of jewels at their first opening of parliament
In a momentous occasion marking his first State Opening of Parliament as the reigning monarch, King Charles donned the regal Imperial State Crown. The late Queen Elizabeth II was the last to don the historic piece in parliament.
Last year, with the Queen’s health in decline, Charles performed his royal duties as Counsellors...
- 11/8/2023
- by Perry Carpenter
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
The UK’s long-gestating Media Bill, which includes regulation of streaming services in line with broadcasters for the first time, has finally been rubberstamped in the King’s Speech.
King Charles III has just laid out the various laws that will now make their way through parliament – in the process becoming the first King to do so in seven decades – which features the long-awaited Media Bill. The speech is devised by the UK Prime Minister and read out by the monarch in a centuries-old ceremony in parliament.
Published earlier this year, the headline policy in the Media Bill is a move to bring the U.S. streamers under Ofcom’s regulatory framework, which would mean they can be fined up to £250,000 or restricted in the UK entirely if they break rules around harmful material that have applied to the public broadcasters for decades.
The bill will “better protect children by...
King Charles III has just laid out the various laws that will now make their way through parliament – in the process becoming the first King to do so in seven decades – which features the long-awaited Media Bill. The speech is devised by the UK Prime Minister and read out by the monarch in a centuries-old ceremony in parliament.
Published earlier this year, the headline policy in the Media Bill is a move to bring the U.S. streamers under Ofcom’s regulatory framework, which would mean they can be fined up to £250,000 or restricted in the UK entirely if they break rules around harmful material that have applied to the public broadcasters for decades.
The bill will “better protect children by...
- 11/7/2023
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
Editor’s note: Deadline’s It Starts on the Page features standout drama series scripts in 2023 Emmy contention. It showcases the critical role writers’ work plays in a show’s success. Arrangements were made before the WGA strike began on May 2.
After two massively successful seasons that are among Netflix’s most popular of all time, Shonda Rhimes expanded the world of Shondaland’s Bridgerton with the prequel Queen Charlotte. The six-episode series debuted to similar success, amassing an impressive 459M hours viewed in its first 28 days.
While Bridgerton is based on Julia Quinn’s novels, Queen Charlotte draws inspiration from the real-life love story of King George III and Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz. The tale begins with an arranged marriage, which evolves into an unwavering bond as Charlotte uncovers George’s struggles with mental illness.
Episode 6, titled “Crown Jewels,” opens with a declaration of love from George and a promise...
After two massively successful seasons that are among Netflix’s most popular of all time, Shonda Rhimes expanded the world of Shondaland’s Bridgerton with the prequel Queen Charlotte. The six-episode series debuted to similar success, amassing an impressive 459M hours viewed in its first 28 days.
While Bridgerton is based on Julia Quinn’s novels, Queen Charlotte draws inspiration from the real-life love story of King George III and Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz. The tale begins with an arranged marriage, which evolves into an unwavering bond as Charlotte uncovers George’s struggles with mental illness.
Episode 6, titled “Crown Jewels,” opens with a declaration of love from George and a promise...
- 6/22/2023
- by Katie Campione
- Deadline Film + TV
King Charles’ coronation ceremony has many historical elements. Many of these have been around for centuries and are essential to the religious event. Along with the crown jewels, Charles will wear a Coronation Supertunica. What is the significance of this important royal garment?
King Charles coronation Supertunica and Imperial Mantle will be worn at his coronation | Victoria Jones-Pool/Getty Images What is a Coronation Supertunica?
A Coronation Supertunica is a robe-like garment a monarch wears during their coronation. It is a full-length, sleeved coat of gold silk.
It opens in the front and is lined with red silk. The Supertunica is heavily embroidered with a gold buckle decorated with roses, thistles, and shamrocks.
Charles will wear layers of coronation vestments inspired by priestly attire during his coronation ceremony. The idea that a monarch wears robes similar to a priest is a link to the divine nature of kingship.
Charles will...
King Charles coronation Supertunica and Imperial Mantle will be worn at his coronation | Victoria Jones-Pool/Getty Images What is a Coronation Supertunica?
A Coronation Supertunica is a robe-like garment a monarch wears during their coronation. It is a full-length, sleeved coat of gold silk.
It opens in the front and is lined with red silk. The Supertunica is heavily embroidered with a gold buckle decorated with roses, thistles, and shamrocks.
Charles will wear layers of coronation vestments inspired by priestly attire during his coronation ceremony. The idea that a monarch wears robes similar to a priest is a link to the divine nature of kingship.
Charles will...
- 5/5/2023
- by Lucille Barilla
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
From the earliest episodes of "Bridgerton" we've known that King George III has been affected for years by a serious illness. The prequel series "Queen Charlotte" dives more into George's illness from a young age, revealing more about what's going on and how it affects his relationships.
Although the "Bridgerton" universe takes artistic license with plenty of historical events, there's also some truth to its depiction of this particular storyline.
King George's Illness in "Queen Charlotte" and "Bridgerton"
"Queen Charlotte" explores in more depth the early days of the illness that would come to affect George's life so much. The first indication that something is wrong comes on his and Charlotte's wedding night, when he abruptly drops her off at her own palace and leaves her completely alone. Over the next few episodes, we learn more from his point of view: he's suffering from a variety of symptoms that...
Although the "Bridgerton" universe takes artistic license with plenty of historical events, there's also some truth to its depiction of this particular storyline.
King George's Illness in "Queen Charlotte" and "Bridgerton"
"Queen Charlotte" explores in more depth the early days of the illness that would come to affect George's life so much. The first indication that something is wrong comes on his and Charlotte's wedding night, when he abruptly drops her off at her own palace and leaves her completely alone. Over the next few episodes, we learn more from his point of view: he's suffering from a variety of symptoms that...
- 5/4/2023
- by Amanda Prahl
- Popsugar.com
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"Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story" gives us the closest look yet at the royal family, whose favor drives the social fortunes of the ton. Along with a younger version of the imperious Queen Charlotte and the charming King George III, we also learn more about their enormous family.
Here's a breakdown of the 15 real-life princes and princesses who descended from "Bridgerton"'s beloved monarchs.
Queen Charlotte and King George III's Children 1. King George IV
Image Source: Getty / Universal History Archive
The Prince of Wales during his father's reign, the future George IV (often referred to as "Prinny") was the man who gave the name to the Regency era. From 1811 to 1820, during George III's final illness, George served as the prince regent, effectively ruling the United Kingdom while his father still lived but was incapacitated. George IV famously despised his more-popular wife, Queen Caroline, and they had just one daughter,...
"Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story" gives us the closest look yet at the royal family, whose favor drives the social fortunes of the ton. Along with a younger version of the imperious Queen Charlotte and the charming King George III, we also learn more about their enormous family.
Here's a breakdown of the 15 real-life princes and princesses who descended from "Bridgerton"'s beloved monarchs.
Queen Charlotte and King George III's Children 1. King George IV
Image Source: Getty / Universal History Archive
The Prince of Wales during his father's reign, the future George IV (often referred to as "Prinny") was the man who gave the name to the Regency era. From 1811 to 1820, during George III's final illness, George served as the prince regent, effectively ruling the United Kingdom while his father still lived but was incapacitated. George IV famously despised his more-popular wife, Queen Caroline, and they had just one daughter,...
- 5/2/2023
- by Amanda Prahl
- Popsugar.com
Camilla Parker Bowles‘ title change to Queen Camilla on her, and King Charles III’s official coronation invitation ruffled some feathers among royalists. The event will usher in a new season for the royal family, with King Charles III as its leader and Camilla as queen consort. However, as the dust settles one day after the announcement, a royal photographer believes Camilla has “earned” the updated title. Here’s why.
Camilla Queen Consort photographed in a royal carriage | Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images Since 1999, Camilla Parker Bowles has tried to earn the public’s trust after years of scandals
Camilla Parker Bowles was branded the other woman in the marriage of then-Prince Charles and Princess Diana. From the onset of Diana and Charles’ union, Camilla appeared square in the middle.
However, Camilla stayed out of the public spotlight after Diana and Charles’ separation and subsequent divorce. She quietly divorced her husband of over 21 years,...
Camilla Queen Consort photographed in a royal carriage | Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images Since 1999, Camilla Parker Bowles has tried to earn the public’s trust after years of scandals
Camilla Parker Bowles was branded the other woman in the marriage of then-Prince Charles and Princess Diana. From the onset of Diana and Charles’ union, Camilla appeared square in the middle.
However, Camilla stayed out of the public spotlight after Diana and Charles’ separation and subsequent divorce. She quietly divorced her husband of over 21 years,...
- 4/6/2023
- by Lucille Barilla
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
On PBS’s Sanditon, Sophie Winkleman plays a woman who is mistress to George IV. In real life, the actor has a close connection to the British royal family.
Sophie Winkleman plays Lady Susan in ‘Sanditon’ (L-r); Charlotte Heywood (Rose Williams); Lady Susan (Sophie Winkleman) | Rob Youngson (C) Red Planet (Sanditon 3) Ltd
Winkleman returned to Sanditon for its third and final season. She plays Lady Susan in the romantic period drama.
The sophisticated Lady Susan befriended Charlotte (Rose Williams) in season 1. She’s a high-society figure and the subject of much gossip, as she’s had a long-standing affair with the Prince Regent, who has now ascended to the throne as King George IV. In season 1, she provided Charlotte guidance in her relationship with Sidney (Theo James). When we meet her again in season 3, she’s somewhat astonished to find her friend engaged to marry Ralph Starling (Cai Brigden).
“This...
Sophie Winkleman plays Lady Susan in ‘Sanditon’ (L-r); Charlotte Heywood (Rose Williams); Lady Susan (Sophie Winkleman) | Rob Youngson (C) Red Planet (Sanditon 3) Ltd
Winkleman returned to Sanditon for its third and final season. She plays Lady Susan in the romantic period drama.
The sophisticated Lady Susan befriended Charlotte (Rose Williams) in season 1. She’s a high-society figure and the subject of much gossip, as she’s had a long-standing affair with the Prince Regent, who has now ascended to the throne as King George IV. In season 1, she provided Charlotte guidance in her relationship with Sidney (Theo James). When we meet her again in season 3, she’s somewhat astonished to find her friend engaged to marry Ralph Starling (Cai Brigden).
“This...
- 3/26/2023
- by Megan Elliott
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Camilla Parker Bowles will be crowned queen consort alongside King Charles III. The title of queen consort is different than other royal family titles and is symbolic rather than powerful. Historically, the number of women who have held this title are very few. Why is the significance of a queen consort, and who has held the title before Camilla? Here are the details.
Camilla, Queen Consort | Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images Camilla’s status will not change within the royal family when she is crowned queen consort
According to Express, Camilla’s title, queen consort, will not change her status within the royal family. It is a role that rests entirely on her marriage to the king. This means she will not ascend to the throne if Charles dies before her.
A consort does not share the monarch’s political or military powers unless required to act as regents. In any event,...
Camilla, Queen Consort | Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images Camilla’s status will not change within the royal family when she is crowned queen consort
According to Express, Camilla’s title, queen consort, will not change her status within the royal family. It is a role that rests entirely on her marriage to the king. This means she will not ascend to the throne if Charles dies before her.
A consort does not share the monarch’s political or military powers unless required to act as regents. In any event,...
- 3/22/2023
- by Lucille Barilla
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
After the death of Queen Elizabeth II, her son, King Charles III made history. At age 73, he ascended as the head of the royal family and became the oldest monarch to take the throne. Here’s how it happened and when he’ll be coronated:
The Prince of Wales was given the title of King in September 2022 King Charles III and Camilla, Queen Consort, at a reception at Clarence House | Chris Jackson/Pool/Afp via Getty Images
Queen Elizabeth II died on Sept. 8, 2022. Two days later, Charles, her oldest son, received the title of King of the United Kingdom.
Born in 1948 and taking the throne in 2022, Charles III set a new record for the oldest monarch to ascend the British throne, surpassing the former record held by King William IV, who took the throne at 64 in 1830.
A few of King Charles III’s predecessors also ascended in their later years.
The Prince of Wales was given the title of King in September 2022 King Charles III and Camilla, Queen Consort, at a reception at Clarence House | Chris Jackson/Pool/Afp via Getty Images
Queen Elizabeth II died on Sept. 8, 2022. Two days later, Charles, her oldest son, received the title of King of the United Kingdom.
Born in 1948 and taking the throne in 2022, Charles III set a new record for the oldest monarch to ascend the British throne, surpassing the former record held by King William IV, who took the throne at 64 in 1830.
A few of King Charles III’s predecessors also ascended in their later years.
- 3/8/2023
- by Mishal Ali Zafar
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Eddie Redmayne has not been playing it safe on the red carpet this season. A week ago, at the BAFTA Awards in London, he went shirtless in a black Alexander McQueen tuxedo-inspired jumpsuit. The sleek, minimalist look landed him on best dressed lists by The Hollywood Reporter, Esquire and Vogue.
Sunday, at the 29th SAG Awards in Century City, the best supporting actor for The Good Nurse went further out on a limb, sartorially speaking, walking the red carpet in Saint Laurent’s Lavalliere Heritage Blouse featuring an outsize bow. He paired it with wide velvet black pants and zipped boots from the fashion house. (Check out the star-studded SAG Awards red carpet arrivals here.)
A number of fans on Twitter voiced their admiration for the look, with comments including “Eddie Redmayne serving as usual,” “dares & wins,” “Yasss,” “I love Eddie Redmayne’s style every single time,” and “Honestly looks so good.
Sunday, at the 29th SAG Awards in Century City, the best supporting actor for The Good Nurse went further out on a limb, sartorially speaking, walking the red carpet in Saint Laurent’s Lavalliere Heritage Blouse featuring an outsize bow. He paired it with wide velvet black pants and zipped boots from the fashion house. (Check out the star-studded SAG Awards red carpet arrivals here.)
A number of fans on Twitter voiced their admiration for the look, with comments including “Eddie Redmayne serving as usual,” “dares & wins,” “Yasss,” “I love Eddie Redmayne’s style every single time,” and “Honestly looks so good.
- 2/27/2023
- by Degen Pener
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
As the royal family prepares for King Charles III’s coronation, many of the most iconic jewels in the world have come center stage once again. However, the man behind them is lesser known. Philip Rundell, the royal jeweler and goldsmith that created the Crown Jewels’ famous diamond diadem worn most recently by Queen Elizabeth II may have died almost two centuries ago, but his designs live on.
Philip Rundell: Royal Jeweler behind the Diamond Diadem worn by Queen Elizabeth II Queen Elizabeth II wears ‘The Diamond Diadem’ made by Rundell, Bridge and Rundell I Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images
Born in 1746, Rundell was among ten millionaires in the country by the age of 53, according to The Guardian. In 1787, Rundell co-founded his firm Rundell & Bridge alongside his partner, John Bridge. They became Royal Goldsmiths ten years later in 1797 and remained as such until 1843, though the firm altered its name several...
Philip Rundell: Royal Jeweler behind the Diamond Diadem worn by Queen Elizabeth II Queen Elizabeth II wears ‘The Diamond Diadem’ made by Rundell, Bridge and Rundell I Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images
Born in 1746, Rundell was among ten millionaires in the country by the age of 53, according to The Guardian. In 1787, Rundell co-founded his firm Rundell & Bridge alongside his partner, John Bridge. They became Royal Goldsmiths ten years later in 1797 and remained as such until 1843, though the firm altered its name several...
- 2/23/2023
- by Lindsay Kusiak
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
King Charles III and his wife, Camilla, Queen Consort, will be simultaneously crowned on May 6, 2023, at Westminster Abbey. The couple rose to power in the United Kingdom upon the death of Queen Elizabeth II in Sept. 2022. They will formally ascend to the throne in a lavish but somewhat scaled-back coronation weekend. The couple’s reign will be historical for a significant reason. Can you guess what it is?
King Charles III and Camilla Parker Bowles pictured in 2013 | Robin Utrecht/ Pool/Getty Images Charles and Camilla will be the first king and queen consort crowned together in 86 years
Charles ascended to the monarchy’s top spot upon the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, in Sept. 2022. The coronation formalizes the monarch’s role as the head of the Church of England and marks the transfer of his title and powers.
As for Camilla, being crowned as consort also formalizes her...
King Charles III and Camilla Parker Bowles pictured in 2013 | Robin Utrecht/ Pool/Getty Images Charles and Camilla will be the first king and queen consort crowned together in 86 years
Charles ascended to the monarchy’s top spot upon the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, in Sept. 2022. The coronation formalizes the monarch’s role as the head of the Church of England and marks the transfer of his title and powers.
As for Camilla, being crowned as consort also formalizes her...
- 2/23/2023
- by Lucille Barilla
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
King Charles III and Queen Camilla will be crowned on May 6 coronation.
Charles, 74, and Camilla, 75, will be the oldest King and Queen Consort ever crowned in British history. When Queen Elizabeth II assumed the throne in 1952 at the age of 25, Charles was only 3 years old. She went on to rule for a record-breaking 70 years.
Read More: King Charles Announces He’s Replacing Prince Harry In Special Role A Day After Duke Reveals Bombshell Memoir Details
The oldest British monarch to be crowned before King Charles, according to Sky History, was in his or her mid- to late-fifties. King William IV, who ascended to the throne at age 64 in 1830, King Edward VII, who succeeded him at age 59 in 1901, and King George IV, who did so at age 57 in 1820, are the three oldest monarchs who have gone before him.
Twelve newly commissioned pieces of music will be performed at the Coronation of...
Charles, 74, and Camilla, 75, will be the oldest King and Queen Consort ever crowned in British history. When Queen Elizabeth II assumed the throne in 1952 at the age of 25, Charles was only 3 years old. She went on to rule for a record-breaking 70 years.
Read More: King Charles Announces He’s Replacing Prince Harry In Special Role A Day After Duke Reveals Bombshell Memoir Details
The oldest British monarch to be crowned before King Charles, according to Sky History, was in his or her mid- to late-fifties. King William IV, who ascended to the throne at age 64 in 1830, King Edward VII, who succeeded him at age 59 in 1901, and King George IV, who did so at age 57 in 1820, are the three oldest monarchs who have gone before him.
Twelve newly commissioned pieces of music will be performed at the Coronation of...
- 2/22/2023
- by Aashna Shah
- ET Canada
Warning: this article contains Spoilers for Sas: Rogue Heroes
Sas: Rogue Heroes – a historical drama depicting the fascinating true story of how the famed Special Air Service was formed – is now available to stream on BBC iPlayer. The six-part series has been created by Peaky Blinders writer Steven Knight, and is based on the bestselling book of the same name by historian Ben Macintyre.
Tune in, and you’ll meet Paddy Mayne, one of the founding members of the Sas (played by Skins star Jack O’Connell), a rogue hero whose history is still mired in controversy.
Why? Because some consider him to be the bravest soldier in history never to be awarded the Victoria Cross – the highest military award for gallantry – and to this day, there’s an active campaign for it to be awarded posthumously.
A boxer, a Northern Ireland rugby star and reportedly an excellent shot, Robert Blair...
Sas: Rogue Heroes – a historical drama depicting the fascinating true story of how the famed Special Air Service was formed – is now available to stream on BBC iPlayer. The six-part series has been created by Peaky Blinders writer Steven Knight, and is based on the bestselling book of the same name by historian Ben Macintyre.
Tune in, and you’ll meet Paddy Mayne, one of the founding members of the Sas (played by Skins star Jack O’Connell), a rogue hero whose history is still mired in controversy.
Why? Because some consider him to be the bravest soldier in history never to be awarded the Victoria Cross – the highest military award for gallantry – and to this day, there’s an active campaign for it to be awarded posthumously.
A boxer, a Northern Ireland rugby star and reportedly an excellent shot, Robert Blair...
- 10/30/2022
- by Lauravickersgreen
- Den of Geek
Propstore has revealed details of its annual live action auction of film and TV memorabilia, with the items on offer expected to fetch in excess of 12.6 million.
Over 1,500 lots will be sold during the auction. Top items to be sold at the auction – with estimated sale prices – include:
• Superman’s (Christopher Reeve) complete costume from the Superman franchise (1978-1987): 287,270-574,540.
• Darth Vader’s (Dave Prowse) gloves from “Star Wars: A New Hope” (1977): 172,362-287,270.
• Full size animatronic Johnny 5 robot from “Short Circuit” (1986): 138,546- 207,819.
• First edition hardback book of “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” (2001): 114,908-172,362.
• Andy Dufresne’s (Tim Robbins) Rockhammer Bible from “The Shawshank Redemption” (1994): 114,908-172,362.
• James Bond’s (Sean Connery) Little Nellie Pilot helmet from “You Only Live Twice” (1967): 68,944-114,908.
• Fraggle puppet from “Fraggle Rock” TV series (1983-1987): 45,963-68,944.
• Jason Voorhees’ (C.J. Graham) hero hockey mask from “Friday the 13th Part...
Over 1,500 lots will be sold during the auction. Top items to be sold at the auction – with estimated sale prices – include:
• Superman’s (Christopher Reeve) complete costume from the Superman franchise (1978-1987): 287,270-574,540.
• Darth Vader’s (Dave Prowse) gloves from “Star Wars: A New Hope” (1977): 172,362-287,270.
• Full size animatronic Johnny 5 robot from “Short Circuit” (1986): 138,546- 207,819.
• First edition hardback book of “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” (2001): 114,908-172,362.
• Andy Dufresne’s (Tim Robbins) Rockhammer Bible from “The Shawshank Redemption” (1994): 114,908-172,362.
• James Bond’s (Sean Connery) Little Nellie Pilot helmet from “You Only Live Twice” (1967): 68,944-114,908.
• Fraggle puppet from “Fraggle Rock” TV series (1983-1987): 45,963-68,944.
• Jason Voorhees’ (C.J. Graham) hero hockey mask from “Friday the 13th Part...
- 9/27/2022
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
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