Scoop, the Netflix film chronicling Prince Andrew‘s humbling interview on the BBC, has enjoyed a relatively regal reception from British audiences.
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Gillian Anderson is voicing her opinion on if The Crown should make another season detailing the royal family‘s recent health struggles.
The Emmy-winning Netflix show released its sixth and final season in late 2023. Gillian starred as UK Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher in The Crown season 4, which aired in 2020.
Amid King Charles and Kate Middleton‘s cancer diagnoses, Gillian weighed in on if The Crown should come back with a scripted version of the events.
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“It probably ended at the right spot. It was getting too close to present day,” the actress said of The Crown. “Right now, it’s a moment where we understand that they have asked for a bit of peace and quiet around what they’re experiencing — and it feels like that’s the least that we can do.”
Gillian continued, “I think in this instance with this latest double whammy of news, the least that people can do, is to give them a bit of a break and for them to process this as the human beings that they actually are.”
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Scoop, the Netflix film chronicling Prince Andrew‘s humbling interview on the BBC, has enjoyed a relatively regal reception from British audiences.
Welcome to ElectionLine’s A View From Abroad series, in which we speak with media figures who don’t live in America but keep a close eye on its politics. Every few weeks, these smart observers will provide a unique perspective on what promises to be a fraught and unpredictable campaign for the White House. This week, our interview is with Emily Maitlis and Jon Sopel, the former BBC presenters who now host podcast The News Agents – USA.
Gillian Anderson had trouble making up her mind about her role in Scoop.
Guy Lodge Film Critic It’s no great slight to “Scoop” to say that it’s no more compelling than the real-life news broadcast on which it pivots. It’s also no less compelling than said broadcast, which was, after all, a doozy: the 2019 episode of “BBC Newsnight” in which anchor Emily Maitlis interviewed Prince Andrew about his friendship with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
began dating Prince William in 2003 following their meeting at St. Andrews University in Scotland.The couple subsequently married in 2011 after several years of courtship, later welcoming children Prince George, 10, Prince Louis, 5, and Princess Charlotte, 8. Because of her longterm bond with William, 41, the now-Princess of Wales, 42, had been thrust into the spotlight as a young adult, having an up and down relationship with the British press.
bury the hatchet once and for all.And according to royal author Tom Quinn, Princess Kate was all for the idea of seeing Archie and Lilibet in England, but the Duchess of Sussex passed up on the offer.“There is no way Meghan would bring the children to the UK,” Quinn told the Mirror.
One of the stars of The Crown believes the show should not be revived, and that the health battles of Kate Middleton and King Charles should not be brought to screen.
The beloved home of the late Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, Clarence House is one of the smaller regal residences and something of a hidden gem. Nestled in the heart of London on The Mall, it is an oasis of calm amid the busy streets of Westminster, with secluded gardens in the shadow of neighbouring St James’s Palace.The house, built in 1825-27, was designed by architect John Nash for Prince William Henry, the Duke of Clarence – later King William IV.
Kate Middleton’s cancer announcement in a new interview.The Princess of Wales, 42, delivered the shocking news on Friday that she was diagnosed with the disease and was undergoing preventive chemotherapy. The British actor — who played a young Prince (now King) Charles in Seasons 3 and 4 of the Netflix drama — got candid about his feelings regarding Middleton’s health.At the Sydney premiere of his upcoming tennis flick, “Challengers,” the 33-year-old told the outlet 9honey Celebrity: “I really missed all the Kate stuff that everyone was talking online about.”Since Middleton’s abdominal surgery in January, she has mostly stayed under the radar, with many conspiracies swirling over her whereabouts.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly still hopeful of a return to their Royal duties "on their own terms", but an author thinks this is unlikely. The Royal Family has been under strain since King Charles was diagnosed with cancer earlier this year, and Princess Kate also recently shared her own cancer battle.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle really were kept in the dark when it came to Princess Catherine‘s health conditions!
Kate Middleton’s cancer diagnosis, tech entrepreneur Christopher Bouzy cast doubt on the British royal family and likened the heartbreaking video announcement to “North Korean propaganda.” “The palace lied, and the British press happily helped them lie,” Bouzy, 48, said in a post on X on Friday. “The countless ‘conspiracy theory’ headlines, while knowing a lot of what was being said was true.”“This is really some North Korea / Trumpian type of propaganda,” the post concluded.
Kate Middleton’s shock cancer diagnoses.The Princess of Wales, 42, revealed the heartbreaking news in a video message Friday, saying she is now undergoing chemotherapy. Following the announcement, a slew of stars took to social media to send their love and support to the British royal, including Oscar winner Catherine Zeta-Jones.
seemingly endless parade of media mishaps in recent months — including the handling of Kate Middleton’s abdominal surgery — they are desperately seeking a full-time communications assistant.The Palace’s Private Secretary department is searching for someone to work a Monday through Friday schedule, who will annually be paid a measly $32,000, according to the job posting.Benefits include 25 days of annual leave, a pension plan and even 20% off at any of Royal Collection Trust gift shops across England.“The Royal Communications team promotes the work, role, relevance and value of the Royal Family to a worldwide audience,” the memo read. “The reaction to our work is always high-profile, and so reputation and impact will be at the forefront of all that you do.”“Whether working on a state visit, ceremonial event or royal engagement, you’ll make sure our communications consistently spark interest and reach a range of audiences.”The post went on to note that the candidate must have “outstanding interpersonal skills” and be able “to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.”Duties include producing content across social media platforms, as well as providing administration assistance and supervising media access during royal events.“Basic working knowledge of Excel” is a must, too.The position is for King Charles III and Queen Camilla’s camp.
alleged data breach of Kate Middleton’s personal information on Wednesday at the London Clinic.The monarch, 75, who is currently receiving outpatient cancer treatment at the luxury private hospital, underwent a “corrective procedure” for an enlarged prostate in January.There, doctors discovered “a separate issue of concern” that requires treatment.
recent abdominal surgery.The Princess of Wales, 42, underwent a planned operation in January and has been recovering at home in Windsor. She is set to return to the public limelight around Easter. According to a source, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex “are aware of everything that goes on back in England, but are being left out of any details regarding Kate.”“There is clearly no trust,” the insider added to People.“It would be the normal run of things to go and see your sister-in-law who’s had a serious operation, and also see your niece and nephews.
Even Prince Harry and Meghan Markle don’t know what’s going on with Princess Catherine! Wow!
breached her medical records.The famed UK hospital has launched an investigation after at least one member of staff allegedly tried to access health information belonging to the Princess of Wales during her hospital stay.“This is a major security breach and incredibly damaging for the hospital, given its unblemished reputation for treating members of the Royal Family,” an insider told the Mirror.As these allegations are put under a microscope, we take a closer look inside the luxury private hospital from which the Princess of Wales was discharged in January.The mom of three would have been under the watchful eye of dedicated doctors and nurses in her own private room during her stint at the Clinic, which offers a personalized food menu, internet access, and the ability to accommodate patients’ requests.
the Daily Mail.
compared the recent sighting of Kate Middleton to that of Bigfoot Tuesday as confusion around the Princess of Wales’ disappearance from the public eye continues to fester. “It’s grainy,” Alyssa Farah Griffin said, referring to a video published by the Sun showing Middleton, 42, donning black athleisure while shopping with her husband, Prince William, 41, at a local farm store.