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The Crown series 5 PICTURE EXCLUSIVE: Elizabeth Debicki and Dominic West film new scenes


Princess Diana and Prince Charles actors Elizabeth Debicki and Dominic West were seen filming new scenes for The Crown series 5 in Palma de Mallorca on Tuesday.

The actress, 31, was joined on location by Dominic 51, as they boarded the Christina O Valletta yacht off shore of  the Balearic Island, in scenes recreating the pair’s trip to Spain in 1992.

Elizabeth looked chic in a multicolored floral dress which was a close recreation of the real garment the late Princess wore for the real public appearance. 

Popular Netflix drama: Princess Diana and Prince Charles actors Elizabeth Debicki and Dominic West were seen filming new scenes for The Crown series 5 in Palma de Mallorca on Tuesday

The real thing: The scenes were recreating the pair's trip to Spain in 1992 (pictured)

Popular Netflix drama: Princess Diana and Prince Charles actors Elizabeth Debicki and Dominic West were seen filming new scenes for The Crown series 5 in Palma de Mallorca on Tuesday

Friendly: The pair gave a warm wave as they filmed the new scenes on the boat together

Friendly: The pair gave a warm wave as they filmed the new scenes on the boat together

She looked stunning in the high-neck patterned number which she teamed with statement black sunglasses while going barefoot on the deck. 

The star, who is taking over the role from Emma Corrin, had her blonde locks styled into Diana’s signature hairdo as she put on a united display with Charles who put his arms around her and gazed adoringly in her direction.

Dominic, who takes over from Josh O’Connor, looked dapper in a light grey suit which he teamed with a blue shirt and green and red tie. 

Child actors Timothee Sambor, 11, and Teddy Hawley, seven, who play Prince William and Prince Harry, respectively were also seen on the boat wearing matching white polo shirts.

Troubled marriage: The actress, 31, was joined on location by Dominic 51, as they boarded the Christina O Valletta yacht off shore of the Balearic Island, in scenes recreating the pair's trip to Seville, Spain in 1992

Troubled marriage: The actress, 31, was joined on location by Dominic 51, as they boarded the Christina O Valletta yacht off shore of the Balearic Island, in scenes recreating the pair’s trip to Seville, Spain in 1992

Stylish: Elizabeth looked chic in a multicolored floral dress which was a close recreation of the real garment the late Princess wore for the real public appearance

Chatting: The pair were talking away and looked in good spirits as they filmed the scenes

Stylish: Elizabeth looked chic in a multicolored floral dress which was a close recreation of the real garment the late Princess wore for the real public appearance

The breakdown of Charles and Diana’s relationship will be a central part of the new series.

The fourth series of The Crown, which streamed in November last year, told the story of the early romance between Charles and Diana.

It was announced last year that Elizabeth would take over from Emma Corrin and play Diana for the fifth and sixth series, which will cover Diana’s death in 1997. 

Family: Child actors Timothee Sambor, 11, and Teddy Hawley, seven, who play Prince William and Prince Harry , respectively were also seen on the boat wearing matching white polo shirts

Family: Child actors Timothee Sambor, 11, and Teddy Hawley, seven, who play Prince William and Prince Harry , respectively were also seen on the boat wearing matching white polo shirts

Chic: She looked stunning in the high-neck patterned number which she teamed with statement black sunglasses while going barefoot on the deck

Chic: She looked stunning in the high-neck patterned number which she teamed with statement black sunglasses while going barefoot on the deck

Marriage: The star, who is taking over the role from Emma Corrin, had her blonde locks styled into Diana's signature hairdo as she put on a united display with Charles

Happy: The pair looked relaxed in each other's company

Marriage: The star, who is taking over the role from Emma Corrin, had her blonde locks styled into Diana’s signature hairdo as she put on a united display with Charles

The actress said of her casting last year: ‘Princess Diana’s spirit, her words and her actions live in the hearts of so many. 

‘It is my privilege and honour to be joining this masterful series, which has had me absolutely hooked from episode one.’ 

The final two series of The Crown will cover the Royal Family’s history throughout the 1990s and into 2003, however it is not yet know which moments will be seen.

There are several poignant moments which could be used, including the Queen making a speech on her 40th anniversary of her accession in 1992, in which she called the year an ‘annus horriblis’. 

Smart: Dominic, who takes over from Josh O'Connor, looked dapper in a light grey suit which he teamed with a blue shirt and green and red tie

Smart: Dominic, who takes over from Josh O’Connor, looked dapper in a light grey suit which he teamed with a blue shirt and green and red tie

Iconic look: Elizabeth looked like Diana in the pretty dress and sunglasses as she filmed the scenes

Iconic look: Elizabeth looked like Diana in the pretty dress and sunglasses as she filmed the scenes

Difficult: The breakdown of Charles and Diana’s relationship will be a central part of the new series

On board: The shot new scenes on the yacht

Difficult: The breakdown of Charles and Diana’s relationship will be a central part of the new series

She was referring to the breakdown of three of her children’s marriages; Prince Andrew, Princess Anne’s and Prince Charles’ divorce from Princess Diana.

Other notable events during the time period included a fire at Windsor Castle, her golden wedding anniversary in 1997, and the deaths of Princess Margaret, the Queen Mother and the Princess of Wales.

Imelda Staunton is taking over the role of Elizabeth II from Olivia Colman who won the Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress in 2020 and 2021.

Also joining The Crown in series five is Lesley Manville, 64, who is set to star as Princess Margaret and Jonathan Pryce, 73, will take over the role of Prince Philip for the seasons showing the Royals navigating the 1990s and early 2000s.

James Murray will take on the role of Prince Andrew, replacing Tom Byrne, who played the Queen’s second son in series four.

Key historical moments involving the Royal Family between 1999 and 2003

1999: The marriage of the Queen’s son Prince Edward and Sophie Wessex: The wedding took place at St George’s Chapel in Windsor. 

2000: The Queen celebrates the Millennium: Millennium celebrations take place throughout the UK. The Millennium Dome in London is officially opened by HM The Queen on January 1.    

2001: Queen Elizabeth reacts to 9/11 terrorist attacks: A week after the tragedy she sent a message to the British ambassador to Washington, Sir Christopher Meyer to offer her condolences. 

She wrote: ‘Each and every one of us has been shocked and numbed by what we have witnessed in these recent days. 

‘At your service today, we think especially of the British victims. These are dark and harrowing times for families and friends of those who are missing or who suffered in the attack – many of you here today. 

‘My thoughts and my prayers are with you all now and in the difficult days ahead’. 

On September 13 The Queen ordered the Changing of the Guard ceremony to be paused for a two minute silence, followed by the playing of the American national anthem. 

2002: The Queen’s Golden Jubilee: The Queen celebrated the milestone on February 6 and it was an international event to mark the 50th anniversary of her ascension to the throne. 

On June 4, an estimated one million people headed to central London to line The Mall on the last day of the official celebrations.

Queen guitarist Brian May played ‘God Save The Queen’ from the roof of Buckingham Palace in her honour. 

2002: The Queen dines at 10 Downing Street with the five living former Prime Ministers who served under her. She met with Tony Blair, John Major, Margaret Thatcher, James Callaghan and Edward Heath.

2002: The death of Princess Margaret: The Queen’s younger sister dies after suffering a stroke aged 71. The pair had had a troubled relationship after The Queen said she couldn’t marry her love Peter Townsend. 

2002: The Queen Mother dies: She passed away aged 101 at Royal Lodge Windsor. 



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