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- 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.
- 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.
- Over 133 years in the making, from humble beginnings manufacturing 'Hanufuda' cards came the world's most recognized video game companies.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- Harry & Meghan share their side of what went down from their initial match up through their leaving the UK.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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, 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?
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Power has a price. That price must be paid. The Romanov dynasty had ruled Russia for over three hundred years. Weakened by economic hardship and military losses, the Russian people had lost faith in the leadership of the Tsar's government . The execution of Tsar Nicholas II and his family was a tragic end to what was once a great dynasty. It is also a brutal reminder of the fragility of power and the dangers of political upheaval. This is the story of the end of the House of Romanov.
- 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.
- Two people with troubled relationships with their families talk about themselves.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- The relationship between the Queen and her first prime minister was one that wasn't always smooth sailing but developed into a long-lasting bond.
- 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.
- Dressing like Meghan Markle follows her transformation in fashion and style, as she grapples with the transition from quintessential Hollywood actress to a Princess in the British monarchy. Hear insight from leading royal fashion writers on how she navigated her way through or around royal rules to become a leading icon of the fashion world.
- Flags are lowered to half-mast around the country, and a royal notice at the gates of the palace displays the news no one wanted to hear. As the curtains come down on Great Britain's longest-reigning Monarch, Operations codenamed Unicorn and London Bridge take immediate effect. Relive the official mourning and details of one of the most memorable state funerals. This is...The Day The Palace Stood Still.
- 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.
- 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.
- Princess Margaret has become known as a truly unique member of the Royal Family. She is known for her daring and flashy fashion sense- which pioneered a new way of presenting as royal. She is also known for the heartbreak that was persistent in her life. From adulterous affairs to divorce and illness, Princess Margaret went through a lot. Although her childhood was idyllic and harmonious, the death of her father would cause everything to change. Suddenly Margaret's sister was Queen of England. Leaving her as the spare. This turn of fate would affect Margaret throughout her life. Princess Margaret, Countess of Snowdon, was very different from the Queen as she was commonly known as a rebellious royal. But despite their natural differences, Princess Margaret always had a close-knit relationship with the Queen throughout her reign. Princess Margaret is truly one of a kind.
- 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.
- Two princesses, Elizabeth and Margaret, sharing their lives as equals. Blissfully unaware of the decision their uncle would make that would set a new course for them both, and change the entire shape of British history. Despite the enormously close bond they had in their formative years, the heir to the throne and her younger sister would face very difficult challenges which would come to define their relationship. The eldest sister would grow up to become the most powerful woman in the world, and the titled leader of the British Empire. Her sister, Princess Margaret would struggle to find meaning and purpose to her role, sometimes driving a wedge between the two sisters. Margaret had a magical charisma, lighting up the room and captivating those in her path. Yet, Elizabeth's exceptional dedication and attitude to the duties she inherited, as she followed in her father's footsteps, would have the nation's unwavering respect and love. A love which Margaret would come to envy. They were both Princesses, but only one could be Queen.
- On 6th May 1960, Princess Margaret married photographer and designer Antony Armstrong-Jones. In true Margaret fashion, the Princess had broken a centuries long tradition and married a commoner. The first British Royal to marry a non-aristocrat in 400 years. The partnership broke down class barriers, widened Margaret's social circles beyond aristocracy, and brought a sense of fun to the monarchy. Actors, singers, celebrities, and Bohemians all wanted the chance to mingle with the famed couple. The one of a kind pairing changed royal marriages forever and catapulted the monarchy into the 20th century.
- 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.
- 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 across the Atlantic from a distance. 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 Bushes.
- Few families have had a life as public and as tumultuous as the royal family. The drama of the monarchy makes for a perfect fit on the silver screen. But there is no royal who has had as many incarnations on screen, then the queen. A queen highly noted for her charming wit, her sense of duty, her sense of being, and above all - her long and historic reign of the United Kingdom. With the sad news of her death, the power of film and television help to keep her memory alive.
- 1992, the year which the queen herself described as an "annus horribillis", goes down in history as a tragic period in time for the royals. Princess Anne, Prince Andrew and Prince Charles have gone through public divorces which shocked the nation. On July 29, 1981, nearly one billion television viewers in 74 countries tuned in to witness the marriage of Prince Charles, heir to the British throne, to Lady Diana Spencer, a young English schoolteacher. However this marriage only lasted 5 years as the couple divorced on the 28th August 1996. On July 23, 1986, Prince Andrew and Sarah married in a grand royal wedding held at Westminster Abbey in London. Their marriage lasted longer as the couple divorced 10 years later on the 30th May 1996. Princess Anne's marriage lasted the longest of them all, however similarly ended in divorce. She married her first husband, Capt. Mark Phillips, an army officer, on November 14, 1973, in Westminster Abbey and later divorced on 23rd April 1992. All three couples faced tests in their marriages that ultimately lead them to separate.
- 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.
- As the Elizabethan era came to close in September 2022, King Charles III finally ascended to the throne. The longest apprenticeship in history has prepared him for his time as head of state. But, with this new period in British life, we come to question what kind of monarch Charles will be... This is A New Kind of King: Charles III.
- The absolute believer in the divine right of king, the rightful king of Great Britain. Not born into favour, but with the pride of an innate king, he was the only king in British history to be beheaded by his own people, and he led a turbulent and legendary life, setting off the English Civil War and even sending Britain briefly into the republican era.
- 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.
- The relationship between Diana and Dodi is shrouded in mystery. Conflicting accounts hinder the actual knowledge of how she felt. Was she falling in love or was it all for show?
- 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.
- From a young Princess to a dignified and wise monarch, Elizabeth has spent a lifetime of service, offering words to celebrate, to comfort and to inspire her people...join us as we look back at some of Her Majesty's most iconic speeches.
- 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.