Queen Elizabeth II before her death.According to a new report in The Daily Mail, Williams – who has scored countless films in a long and distinguished career, most notably Star Wars – was on a list approved by the queen to be honoured with a KBE for his role in improving UK-US relations.Also on the list, according to the report, is former Disney chief executive Robert Iger. Despite the knighthoods, the pair won’t receive the title of ‘Sir’, an honour that is reserved for British nationals.The news comes as Williams, who is also behind the film scores for Jurassic Park, Harry Potter and more, revealed that he is set to retire from scoring films after completing his work on the upcoming Indiana Jones 5.In an interview with Associated Press, Williams, 90, revealed, “At the moment I’m working on Indiana Jones 5, which Harrison Ford – who’s quite a bit younger than I am – I think has announced will be his last film.“So, I thought: If Harrison can do it, then perhaps I can, also.”AP notes that Ford has yet to make such a public statement.
‘The Crown’ will likely “stop filming out of respect” following Queen Elizabeth II’s death
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Netflix series The Crown will likely pause production of its sixth season following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.The Queen of the United Kingdom, who succeeded to the throne in 1952 aged 25, passed away today (Thursday, September 8, 2022). “The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon,” The Royal Family said in a statement.Earlier today, a source close to series creator Peter Morgan confirmed to Variety that production will stop on The Crown, which is based on the events surrounding Queen Elizabeth II’s reign.
Now, Deadline has reported that Morgan revealed in an email that he expects season six of The Crown “will stop filming out of respect”.“The Crown is a love letter to her and I’ve nothing to add for now, just silence and respect,” the series creator added. “I expect we will stop filming out of respect too.”Netlfix has not shared a statement at this time, however season five of The Crown is set to premiere in November of this year.
Claire Foy, Olivia Colman and Imelda Staunton have all portrayed the Queen in the series.Series Director Stephen Daldry previously told Deadline, The Crown would pause in the event of the monarch’s passing.“None of us know when that time will come but it would be right and proper to show respect to the Queen,” he said. “It would be a simple tribute and a mark of respect.
She’s a global figure and it’s what we should do.”Meanwhile, tributes from the entertainment world have started to pour in for the Queen from Elton John, Ozzy Osbourne, and more.“Along with the rest of the nation, I am deeply saddened to hear the news of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth’s passing,” Elton John wrote. “She was an inspiring presence to be around and led the country through some of our greatest and
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Two Seasons Of ‘The Crown’ Crack Netflix’s Weekly Top 10 During Mourning For Queen Elizabeth II, ‘Attorney Woo’s Extraordinary Streak Ends
Queen Elizabeth II’s Sept. 8 death sent viewers flocking to Netflix’s The Crown, with Season 1 of the Peter Morgan drama returning to the streamer’s Top 10 at #7 for the week of Sept. 5 – Sept. 11, which included the day the news of the Queen’s passing broke and the three days that followed. For the week of Sept. 12 – Sept. 18, which coincided with UK’s period of national mourning, The Crown‘s first season rose to #3 with 40.8M hours viewed, with Season 2 also reentering the Top 10 at #7 with 16.7M hours viewed.
Queen Elizabeth II's Coffin Makes Final Journey to Windsor Castle
Queen Elizabeth II's coffin has begun it's final journey to Windsor Castle. The coffin had been Lying-in-State in at Westminster Hall since last Thursday, but was taken in procession from the Palace of Westminster to Westminster Abbey on Monday morning, where Her Majesty's state funeral service took place.Following the funeral, the coffin traveled in procession from Westminster Abbey to Wellington Arch, and then to Windsor. Once there, the coffin was placed inside the State Hearse.
Netflix Top 10: ‘The Crown’ Season 1 Hits No. 7 in Series Following Queen Elizabeth II’s Death
Jennifer Maas TV Business Writer The death of Queen Elizabeth II prompted the Claire Foy-led first season of “The Crown” to crack the Netflix Top 10 last week. Per Netflix, “HRH Queen Elizabeth II was in the hearts and minds of viewers” as Season 1 of the streamer’s Royal Family drama was watched for 17.6 million hours between Sept. 5-11. That put it in the No. 7 spot for English-language TV series. Meanwhile, the fifth season of “Cobra Kai” easily took the No. 1 slot on that list with 106 million hours viewed in the first three days post-Friday launch. In second place was limited series “Devil in Ohio,” which had 70.8 million hours viewed, followed by the first season of “The Imperfects” with 24.1 million.
‘The Crown’ Reigns on Twitter Following Queen Elizabeth’s Death
Maane Khatchatourian News Editor, Variety.com “The Crown” took over Variety’s Trending TV chart for the week of Sept. 5 to 11, earning more than 384,000 engagements with the Twitter crowd following Queen Elizabeth II’s death on Sept. 8. For five seasons, “The Crown” has traced the story of the Queen, but after the world learned of her death, the Netflix show suspended production to honor her. The series is currently in the middle of shooting its sixth and (supposedly) final season. Those episodes are said to revolve around events that took place in and around Buckingham Palace in the 1990s, including Princess Diana’s death in 1997. the crown writers right now pic.twitter.com/Ri2TQXpK3h The show’s fifth season, meanwhile, is scheduled to debut in November with a new cast. Imelda Staunton plays Queen Elizabeth, Jonathan Pryce is Prince Philip, Dominic West stars as Prince Charles and Elizabeth Debicki is Princess Diana.
Kate Middleton likely to take same royal title as Princess Diana following Queen Elizabeth II's death
Following the passing of Queen Elizabeth II on Thursday, Kate Middleton will likely take the same title as Princess Diana: Princess of Wales. Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, is likely to take on the title as the queen's eldest son, Charles, now is known as King Charles III, ruler of the British throne. Kate Middleton will likely take the title of Princess of Wales, formerly held by Princess Diana.
Royal family enter period of mourning following Queen Elizabeth's death
The royal family have entered a period of mourning following the death of Queen Elizabeth. The monarch passed away on Thursday (08. 09.
Kate Middleton likely to take same royal name as Princess Diana following Queen Elizabeth II's death
Following the passing of Queen Elizabeth II on Thursday, Kate Middleton will likely take the same title as Princess Diana: Princess of Wales. Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, is likely to take on the title as the Queen's eldest son, Charles, now is known as King Charles III, ruler of the British throne. Kate Middleton will likely take the title of Princess of Wales, formerly held by Princess Diana.
Church Bells Toll for Queen Elizabeth II Across the U.K. After Her Death: How She’s Being Honored
A loss felt across the country. The U.K. is in mourning after the death of Queen Elizabeth II at age 96 — and the whole nation is coming together to pay tribute.
The Crown Expected to Pause Filming Out of Respect for Queen Elizabeth II
The Crown is expected to take a hiatus from shooting its sixth season out of respect for , who at the age of 96. Peter Morgan—writer, creator, and showrunner of The Crown—issued a statement on the queen’s passing and its effect on Netflix’s Emmy Award–winning series. “ is a love letter to her and I’ve nothing to add for now, just silence and respect,” wrote Morgan.
Victoria Beckham shares heartbreak following Queen Elizabeth II's death
Victoria Beckham paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II after she passed away on Thursday at the age of 96.MORE: The world pays tribute to Queen Elizabeth II - best picturesEchoing the nation's sentiments, the fashion mogul penned a touching post dedicated to Her Majesty's remarkable 70-year reign.WATCH: Duchess Kate kisses the Queen in unearthed footageTaking to Instagram, the former Spice Girl shared a black and white photograph of the monarch taken during the early years of her reign.MORE: Will Prince Charles give Prince Edward a new title?READ: Who the Queen was with when she died - revealedAlongside the nostalgic portrait, Victoria gushed: "Today is a very sad day not just for our country but for the entire world. I'm deeply saddened by the passing of our beloved Monarch, Her Majesty the Queen."A post shared by Victoria Beckham (@victoriabeckham)Victoria shared a touching messageShe finished by adding: "She will be remembered for her steadfast loyalty and service and my thoughts are with the royal family at this incredibly sad time."Victoria's fans flocked to pen their own condolences, with one writing: "Seriously, I cannot stop crying.
Netflix's The Crown 'expected to pause filming' in wake of the Queen's death
The Crown will reportedly 'pause' filming following the death of the Queen. Queen Elizabeth II died peacefully, aged 96, on Thursday afternoon. Her death was announced at around 6.30pm following the release of a brief statement by Buckingham Palace.
The Crown Season 6 'Will Stop Filming' Following Queen Elizabeth's Death
It’s time to hit pause.
The death of Queen Elizabeth II - how the day unfolded
Queen Elizabeth II died peacefully at Balmoral on Thursday afternoon.
Postboxes, money, cyphers, flags and passports - the things that will change following the death of Queen Elizabeth II
As the reign of Queen Elizabeth II comes to an end - the start of the reign of King Charles III begins.
Queen Elizabeth II has died, aged 96
In an official statement, which was shared on social media, the palace confirmed that Her Majesty died on September 8, 2022, UK time.
Dame Helen Mirren, who played Queen Elizabeth, mourns her death
Her Majesty’s death was announced. “I’m mourning along with the rest of my country, the passing of a great Queen.
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Queen Elizabeth II, the United Kingdom’s longest-reigning monarch, has died. She was 96.
‘The Crown’ Will Pause Season 6 Production ‘Out of Respect’ for Queen Elizabeth II’s Death
A moment of silence. The Crown will pause production on season 6 after Queen Elizabeth II‘s death, series creator Peter Morgan announced.