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The loves of Princess Margaret Rose

Princess Margaret was born on 21 August 1930 at Glamis Castle, the first royal baby born in Scotland in over 300 years. While she was sister and best friend of Queen Elizabeth II, she is now largely remembered for her complicated and sad love life. Who were the loves of Princess Margaret? Princess Margaret first met Group Captain Peter Townsend as a young teenager but it was not until her…
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The Crown release date revealed

The final season of The Crown will release in two parts on Netflix this fall, the streamer has announced. In a teaser trailer posted on social media, Imelda Staunton, who has played Queen Elizabeth II in its final two seasons, can be seen walking to the balcony at…
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The most important test of all: "The Balmoral Test"

Located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, is Balmoral Castle, a favourite of the Royal Family for over a century. While it is widely known as a favourite of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, it’s also known for its “Balmoral Test.” Essentially, it’s known as an unofficial “royal initiation.” As depicted on the second episode of series four of Netflix’s…
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"The Crown" once again makes the Golden Globes nomination list

The nominations for the 80th Annual Golden Globe Awards have been announced, and once again, Netflix’s The Crown has made the list. The show has been nominated for Best TV Series – Drama. Imelda Staunton is nominated for Best Actress in a Drama Series for her portrayal of the late Queen Elizabeth II. Elizabeth Debicki is also nominated for her role as Diana under the Best-Supporting…
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The documentary that showed another side of the Royal Family

Before there was reality TV, back in the 1960s, it was documentaries that provided the chance to show another side of life. The Royal Family starred in one of the best known fly no the wall documentaries of the era, which came to screens in 1969. Called Royal Family and watched by millions, the film takes viewers on a journey through the year of The Queen. Viewers can see what some might…
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