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- From the real life stories that inspired Game of Thrones, delve into a world of dynasties, blood feuds and civil war, where brother battles brother, uncle kills nephew, and cousin executes cousin in the race to decide who wears the bloodstained crown of England. The Tudor dynasty spans little over a century, but it is filled with big personalities and even bigger battles for power and influence. Trace the Tudor bloodline from Henry VII to Elizabeth I in a family drama like no other.
- Whether Henry had been in love with her or simply in lust, she was indeed a woman and a Queen in her own right, in a world where it was a disadvantage to be female. Even 500 years after her death, we are still enthralled by her story, and she has been called the most influential and important Queen consort that England has ever had.
- Over 133 years in the making, from humble beginnings manufacturing 'Hanufuda' cards came the world's most recognized video game companies.
- Prince Harry isn't your average Royal Prince. Life in the British royal family is unlike any other - it is one of duty, of service, of privilege, but at a great price - freedom. Since leaving not only his role as senior royal but the UK as well, Prince Harry's life in America with his wife and children has been far from average. From the infamous interview that was broadcast to millions, which has many similarities to the interview his late mother Princess Diana appeared in, to the comments he made regarding the Queens safety in the top secret 2022 visit. The Prince has nevertheless dedicated much of his life to the benefit of many causes close to his heart, such as veterans, poverty, and mental health. For a long time, his frankness and openness won him millions of admirers and he was consistently rated the most popular member of the royal family. He has often been at odds with those determined to preserve the status quo because of his passion for change. His desire for privacy has caused him to leave royal life behind and pursue an independent future for himself and his growing family in recent years. Although leaving royalty was a surprise for not only the royal family but the entire country, it came as no shock as Prince Harry was always seen as... The Joker In The Pack.
- Divorced, beheaded and died; divorced, beheaded, survived. Henry VIII married no less than six times during his reign as King of England. Get to know the six women that Henry married, and the influence these Queens had on the King and the country which they served.
- Harry & Meghan share their side of what went down from their initial match up through their leaving the UK.
- Drama, controversy, reconciliation. Meghan Markle was thrown into the spotlight in 2017 after her whirlwind romance with Prince Harry took centre stage. Their incredible journey has been filled with highs and lows, and now as we enter 2023, her story takes even more unexpected twists and turns. Falling in and out of favour with the press and public alike, Meghan has proven to divide the opinions of royal followers around the world. This is her story.
- Every year on a night in May, the centuries-old tale goes, the spectre of Anne Boleyn rided up to Blickling Hall in a coach driven by a headless horseman, dressed in pure white, drenched in blood from her decapitated head in her lap.
- King Henry VIII would marry no fewer than six times, in pursuit of not only a male heir, but also of love. It's easy to see that Henry is the most infamous English King, and is remembered half a millennium later for his tyrannous rule.
- From a troubled childhood of control and power, to becoming the second longest reigning monarch in history - Queen Victoria is indeed a queen who owned the 19th century. Her harsh life as a young princess came to be far from her life as a young queen. Her isolated childhood had made her sure that she wanted to treat people with the freedom in which she always longed for. The moment she became queen, was the moment she was set free.
- A woman in a man's world. Though strong-willed, intelligent and passionate, Queen Elizabeth I is keenly aware that her life is in constant peril. With her died the Tudor dynasty, but the changes she made to politics and parliament show the beginnings of the conception of the England that we know and love today.
- From Hollywood starlet to Princess consort of Monaco, Grace's life is truly like no other. Kelly will forever be remembered as an iconic Hollywood star however to the people of Monaco she will be remembered as Princess Grace Kelly.
- A trailblazer in her own right, Princess Diana captured the hearts of millions across the globe. She challenged royal norms frequently- sometimes simply by refusing to wear gloves when meeting with members of the public. Her generosity and empathy made the royal family more relatable and set a new precent for the next generation of royals. From bold fashion choices to writing her own wedding vows, Princess Diana was lovingly named the People's Princess- but the role came with a price.
- The tale of Princess Margaret's search for true love is one filled with heartbreak, tough decisions and scandal. An idyllic childhood, surrounded by her sister, mother and father, swiftly changed into an upbringing full of loneliness caused by fate, the death of her father, heartbreak, adultery, and her sister's new role as the Queen of England.
- Two people with troubled relationships with their families talk about themselves.
- London Bridge is down. Four small words that changed the course of history, but with the most immense impact. The matriarch of the nation, the foundation stone of stability for so many people, mother and grandmother to her own family. Those four words would trigger unparalleled news coverage. The greatest breaking news headline in 70 years. In a year of unprecedented celebration of historical milestones, the second Elizabethan age has finally drawn to a close. Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II is dead.
- While one represents tradition and the other modernity, The entry of Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle into the royal family has transformed the way monarchy is viewed by the public and has been hailed as a new era for the Crown. Both the women have been dedicated to their duties as representatives of the Crown and role models to the public, and have built their own paths to mould the monarchy for a new generation. This is Meghan and Kate: Women of Windsor.
- First, she became a U.N. women's advocate and travelled to India and Rwanda on humanitarian missions. After a few dates with a prince, everything changed. Meghan and Harry's relationship led to an avalanche of tabloid interest, some of it tinged with racism. In the weeks before their wedding, they were the victims of harsh online attacks as well as optimism for the future. Meghan's rise to the top of British society revealed some deep- seated issues in a multicultural country. Meghan wouldn't compromise her authenticity despite any criticism she received. After the wedding, it was clear that Meghan excelled in the role of royal senior. What, then, has made her move so far away from the palace years later? After all that success, why has she stepped down as a senior royal? Why hasn't the royal family met the couple's second child? How did this happen? How did the most adored woman in the world become the subject of such vicious tabloid gossip? This is Meghan, American Duchess.
- For almost 300 years, the leader of Her Majesty's Government, the Prime Minister position was held by men. Until Margaret Thatcher infiltrated the All Boy's club - guiding the United Kingdom into a voyage of the unknown.
- Edward VIII, the king never crowned, abandoned his throne for the woman he loved and went from being a man of honor to a man of nothing and even scorned man. His life was a tumultuous one, full of romance and legend. He was the British monarchy's turning point, and his abdication ushered in the Elizabethan era. Allowing his unlikely brother George VI to become king and the then Princess Elizabeth, later the former monarch of England, Elizabeth II, to become the first smooth heir. Edward VIII, that is the tear of the age and the best presentation of absolute romance.
- In an age of assassinations and intrigue, Queen Elizabeth is surrounded by enemies scheming to steal her crown or take her life. Knowing that life would have been easier had she been born a man, the unlikely Elizabeth would become the son that Henry VIII had always wanted, but never expected. Elizabeth is the Queen who needed no King.
- A Queen without a country, Mary Stuart remains one of the most memorable monarchs of Scotland. She stood her ground against her cousin, Elizabeth I, and wasn't afraid to rule from her heart. Mary, Queen of Scots was an admirable woman of much influence in an era dominated by drama, turbulence, and disaster. But what led to her execution? And why did she pose such a threat to Queen Elizabeth I's rule?
- Prince William and Kate Middleton's relationship has captured the hearts of onlookers from all over the world. From fresh-faced students at the University of St Andrews to senior figures in the British royal family, William and Kate's romance has blossomed and grown into one which the public strongly admire. A new era of the monarchy has commenced and Prince William and Kate hold more responsibility than ever. As they carve out a path as the Prince and Princess of Wales, the royal couple continue to juggle family life, personal pursuits, and charitable engagements. All whilst leading the monarchy into very modern times.
- The story of the man who gave up being king in order to marry the woman he fell in love with. The dramatic relationship between Edward VIII and Wallis Simpson is what you can call a forbidden romance in the real definition of the word - a king and a twice-divorced American woman who were ready to show the world that love really does conquer all. Having each other gave them the courage to face all of the consequences that came with their decisions.
- As Britain enters a new era with a new king on the throne, the prospect of a more normal monarchy is in sight. This generation of royal upbringing is seen to be one different to generations before, and is one that assures to please the public today.
- The commonwealth's history stems back to the long reigning days of the British empire. An empire that the sun would never set. Now a symbol of peace and prosperity, the Commonwealth has provided a sense of belonging for those involved. The commonwealth is an echo of Britain's once glorious empire. Established in 1931 and once a union of 8, it has erupted into a strong bond between 56 member nations.
- Becoming the king of England was never something King George VI ever envisioned for himself. Having grown up believing that his elder brother, Edward, would take the throne allowed George the freedom to aspire to a life of privacy with his wife and two daughters. However, when his father died and his brother abdicated in order to marry the woman he loved, George's life was turned completely upside down as he was now expected to step up to the role of King of England. A shy and reserved man with a crippling stammer might have never been able to grow into a courageous king if it were not for his wife, Elizabeth, by his side. Discover how she helped him to overcome his speech impediment, how he and his family boosted the morale of the British people during the second world war, and how they broke the cycle of an uptight royal family and prepped their eldest daughter to one day become the Queen of England.
- George VI. The Prince who was never meant to be King. Terrorised by his father George V and overshadowed by his gregarious elder brother and heir to the throne, Edward But following Edward's shocking abdication, the stammering Prince Albert endeavoured to fulfil his duty to his country, to win over his public, and deal with the chaos wrought by the second world war. George VI took his rightful place on the throne and led the country out of the darkness, as the first modern king.
- We take a royal tour around the life and passions of the young Princess Anne as she set about finding the spotlight to shine upon her.
- Forced to step up and meet his royal responsibilities unexpectedly, George VI saw the nation through some difficult times and witnessed the changing landscape of Britain.
- Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-reigning monarch in British history. She ascended to the throne and was crowned Queen at the tender age of 27. During her 70-year reign, Her Majesty worked with over a dozen Prime Ministers, each of whom formed successive governments on her behalf. As a high school dropout, the teenage John Major could simply never have dreamt that he would one day become a powerful political leader and get elected as Britain's Prime Minister. Major became Her Majesty's ninth Prime Minister, having fought for the leadership of the Conservative party after Margaret Thatcher's formidable 11-year premiership. But what would the Queen make of her new Prime Minister? Sir John Major, Her Majesty's 9th Prime Minister.
- Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-reigning monarch in British history. She ascended to the throne, and was crowned Queen at the age of 27. During her 70-year reign, Her Majesty witnessed a record 14 U.S. Presidents walk through the White House doors. From the end of World War Two to the Covid-19 Pandemic, the Elizabethan age saw great changes to American society. Some Presidents flourished. Others faltered in the face of division and uncertainty. But, Queen Elizabeth II remained a constant symbol of hope and duty, quietly watching history unfold from across the Atlantic. This is... Elizabeth and the Presidents.
- Grace Kelly. Her Serene Highness Princess Grace of Monaco. Grace Kelly is one of the most admired women in the world. She is forever remembered as a standard of beauty, style and grace. Fitting for a woman who epitomised grace. Poised, Reserved, Supremely Elegant: in short, Royalty. Enjoy a look through Grace Kellys life and her journey in becoming a Princess through her Precious Memories. Leaving a lasting legacy as a theatre artist, television actress, and iconic Hollywood film star. Her fairytale wedding would inspire brides for decades to come. Precious Memories as the Hollywood Starlet who became Monaco's beloved Princess. Her onscreen beauty, self-confidence and mystery enchanted the world, and her serenity and poise a s a princess defined grace.
- After ruling for less than one year, Edward VIII became the first British monarch to voluntarily abdicate the throne. In December 1936 Edward gave addressed the public explaining his reason for leaving behind the throne.
- A much talked about brotherhood, two men born as princes. Prince William and Prince Harry have very different personalities and very different destinies. They both experienced their parents' separation and, worse, the loss of their mother - Princess Diana. They were once so close. They were the only people they could trust. But with very different destinies and characters, they have not had a good 20 years. Prince Harry quit the senior role of the royal family, insisting on doing things his way and even accusing the royal family of being a racist family. The bond between them is from solid to complex.
- Two iconic, powerful women, during two very different times - falling in love with a prince would be the element that would change their lives and destinies forever. Was it really worth giving their lives as Hollywood stars away for love? Meghan Markle and Grace Kelly are two famous characters that have a lot in common - growing up in America and later having Hollywood careers that they would later give up in favour of a life of royalty by the side of the prince they fell in love with. Elegant, poised and kind, Grace and Meghan have shown the world that they truly are the Hollywood Princesses.
- A life in the royal family is one of duty, service and privilege. But for Harry, the most important thing is his freedom. Harry has chosen the life he wanted, rather than the life everyone wanted for him. It is a choice that he made, and one with consequences for everyone involved.
- Come with us as we follow the golden couple in the years after their most magical day and how they are raising the Next Generation of Royals.
- Charles, Prince of Wales. Unlike his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, Charles always knew he would one day become King. Becoming heir apparent at just three years old, Charles has become the oldest and longest serving heir apparent in British history, as well as the longest serving Prince of Wales, having held the title since 1958. In his own way, he has defined the role of heir apparent. He has been called a visionary in his creative and forward thinking ideas, with his passions for the environment, for architecture and for alternative medicine. Charles is president or patron to over 400 charities and organisations, and known as one of the most hard-working royals, alongside his sister Anne, the Princess Royal. In his many years of service to his country, he has undoubtedly earned his place, and earned the respect and admiration of the people. Here, we look back at the life of Prince Charles, a king in the making.
- Delve into a world of dynasties, blood feuds and civil war, where brother battles brother, uncle kills nephew, and cousin executes cousin in the race to decide who wears the bloodstained crown of England. Though the Victorian era is characterised by the steady rule of one monarch, it was a time of great trouble for the English monarchy. Queen Victoria will preside over Irish rebellion, republican uprisings and Indian Mutiny, in a battle to maintain the crown's power and security in a rapidly changing world.
- Henry VIII was born and raised as an incredibly devout Roman Catholic man. But upon the death of his brother, the 11 year old Henry's life is turned upside down. From this point onwards, the heavy burden of the succession would become his to bear. Despite being granted 'Defender of the Faith', Henry would soon turn the country upside down and change history forever on his personal quest to fufil his desire to father a legitimate male heir. This path of Love and death would quickly lead to several failed marriages. It's hard to discern the man from the myth. But it's easy to see that Henry VIII has become the most infamous English King, and is remembered half a millennium later for his romantic passion and his tyrannous rule.
- Although close allies for decades, the U.K. has one major difference to its American cousin: the Monarchy. Presidents have come and gone for hundreds of years with each political party fighting it out for a place at the White House. And yet, the British Monarchy has remained a constant, witnessing the rise and fall of governments from across the Atlantic. But what happens when one of the world's most powerful political leaders meets one of the world's most powerful families? This is When the Windsors Met the Obamas.
- Her Majesty, Queen Camilla has faced a journey unparalleled in British history. From being the much-maligned 'other woman', caught in the heat of scandal, to a loved and accepted Queen consort. Over the years, Camilla has faced a savage attack from the tabloids as the world sided with Diana, Princess of Wales, in a troublesome series of media exposés. But against all odds, she finally emerged as the wife, companion and Queen to King Charles III. Charles declared that Camilla was a non-negotiable part of his life. So, against the advice and approval of the royal courtiers, they began the relationship that, in time, the world would come to accept. Camilla's attitude has remained steadfast towards her husband and the life and responsibilities of her role as Duchess and, later, Queen.
- On the 8th of September 2022, Charles's life would change forever. At the exact moment of his mother's death, the Prince of Wales became King Charles III. The extraordinary reign of Queen Elizabeth II ended, and the day he had spent a lifetime preparing for had arrived. A moment he would later say he had dreaded his whole life. Buckingham Palace announced the Queen was under medical supervision, and one by one members of the royal family were making their way to Balmoral to see the Queen. Charles and Anne made it back to Balmoral to be with their beloved mother as she peacefully passed away. The end of the second great Elizabethan era, and a time of tremendous sadness for the family. King Charles III: Portrait Of A King Broadcasters announced her death, and stated the King and Queen will return to London the following day. There is no pause in the continuity of the monarchy, and following his mother's example, Charles stepped into his duties as king.
- Being part of the British royal family is a lifelong commitment of service, duty and loyalty to the crown. There's little room for mistakes, and every decision is scrutinised and examined by the public. It is a reputation that is heavy to bear and hard to uphold. With strict principles, one day, you're in, and the next day you're out. Harry and Meghan have learned the hard way that one misstep can cost you your reputation. After they left the Royal family, they were no longer considered part of the firm and started a new life in Hollywood as Royal outsiders.
- Queen Elizabeth's legacy is one of much topic around the world, her memory is one that is highly cherished today. She has lived on to become a mother, a grandmother and a great great-grandmother. It was important to her that her children picked up her dedication to duty and service, and pass these down to subsequent generations after her. They have all made separate names for themselves. But one thing among them is common - the love they have for their mother and the importance of goodness instilled into them since birth. Four children - Duty focused Charles, hard working Anne, Scandal-ridden Andrew and "sensitive" Edward. Here are the queens four children.
- The Princess of Wales is a courtesy title used since the 14th century by the wife of the heir apparent to the English and later British throne. The new monarch King Charles III passed down the titles of Prince and Princess of Wales to William and Kate in his first televised speech. The bestowal of the title was both emotional and profound, welcoming a new era of royal life. When marrying into the royal family, it was inevitable that Catherine Middleton would have her fair share of comparisons to the late Princess Diana, the last person to hold the title before Catherine. Due to Diana's untimely death, her image has been preserved forever and this new living, breathing Princess of Wales is in a very different place. As Kate moves into her forties, and with the support of a loving family, there is a potential for her to use the role as a powerful tool for change.
- Marrying a prince is perhaps one of the most romantic things in the world, and becoming a Princess of Wales and future queen is even more unthinkable. It is a beautiful and dangerous reality, and Diana's tragic life begins here.
- Prince William, now Prince of Wales, first-born son of King Charles III and Diana, Princess of Wales, has always been in the spotlight. Born second in line to the throne - he was destined for a life of duty, and of service. Following the death of his dearest and most revered grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Williams' father, now Charles III, ascended to the throne and Prince William took the title of Prince of Wales. His Royal Highness, Prince William is now second in line to the throne, but he has his work cut out, following in his father's footsteps, and keeping up the tradition of duty and hard work.His destiny is to inherit the crown and succeed to the throne. But how does a Prince prepare to become King?