BBC Breakfast presenter apologises to viewers as technical blunder halts interview

BBC viewers thought King Charles III had taken a minute out of his busy day as the new monarch to have a chat with Charlie Stayt on BBC Breakfast.Viewers were left rather distracted on Thursday morning (September 15) as they thought one bloke, a war veteran, looked remarkably like the new king.READ MORE:BBC Breakfast's Sally Nugent and Jon Kay both missing from studio in ongoing shake-upSome fans had to look twice at the man on their screens, and one thought he could rake in some cash if he wanted a future career as a Charles lookalike.Presenter Charlie Stayt had ditched the Salford studio to appear at Westminster and chat to people queuing up to see Her late Majesty inside Westminster Cathedral.Thursday marked the first full day of Her late Majesty's lying in state at Westminster - after she made her final journey from Balmoral to London.He managed to secure a chat with a well-spoken elderly gentleman dressed in a green coat who bared a striking resemblance to Charles.When Charlie asked why he'd come to visit the Queen, Charles' mother, he said: "Well I was in the army for 36 years and the Queen was the Queen, and it's the only way you can pay her respects for all those years that she gave to the nation."It seems he doesn't live at Buckingham Palace, though, because he told Charlie he'd come from Surrey when asked if he'd come far to visit the Queen's coffin.Viewers rushed to comment as they pointed out how similar they thought he looked to Charles.One wrote: "Thought he was talking to the King at first glance" before another admitted: "Yes as he approached I did a double about."A third said: "This gent looked very much like Charles."A fourth suggested: "This chap has a future career as a King Charles impersonator in

Viewers couldn't help by be confused when Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield were joined by a very special Corgi on This Morning. The ITV daytime show returned on Tuesday (September 13) with the duo at the helm for another special programme paying tribute to the Queen.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry has apologised for making an error after he mentioned the Queen's coffin will "travel in royal train from Scotland to UK".Omid Scobie, who co-authored the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's biography Finding Freedom, appeared on ABC News to tell American audience what would happen as the news of the Queen's death broke last week.He said on Thursday, September 8, during a live broadcast, commenting: "The Queen will end up laying at rest at the smallest palace in Edinburgh before it [the coffin] makes its journey on one of the royal trains over to the UK".READ MORE: Meghan Markle hugs mourner and thanks her for paying respects to Queen in sweet videoMr Scobie's blunder was spotted by Richard Eden, royal correspondent at Daily Mail, who tweeted: "Dear Omid Scobie, Scotland is part of the UK, there is only one royal train, and it won't be used to carry The Queen's coffin to London."Her Majesty's coffin, which is currently lying at rest in St Giles' Cathedral, Edinburgh, where her son King Charles and his three siblings - Princess Anne, Prince Andrew and Prince Edward - held a silent vigil last night.At the end of the 24 hours lying-in-state, the coffin will be flown to London in the early evening on Tuesday and upon arrival, the coffin will be removed from the plane by a bearer party into the state hearse, with a guard of honour formed by the Queen's Colour Squadron.The hearse will then head to Buckingham Palace and rest in Bow Room for overnight and transferred to Westminster Hall to lie in state on Wednesday (September 13).Viewers picked up on Mr Scobie's mistakes and shared their thoughts on the comments.One said: "'Over to the UK'? Does he think Scotland is Ireland?""Mr Misinformation himself!

BBC Breakfast's Sally Nugent and Jon Kay BOTH ditched the studio in a major format shake-up. Last week, the presenters were not in the studio together as Jon presented live from Downing Street to cover Liz Truss's appointment as the new Conservative Party Leader and Prime Minister. Today, following the death of The Queen last Thursday, neither of them were on the BBC Breakfast sofa in Salford.

King Charles III.In a TikTok video, which has gained more than 166,000 likes, a town crier was seen in traditional dress as he yelled the proclamation of the new King on the high street in Bromsgrove, Worcestershire.With all confidence, he yelled: "Shall be the formal proclamation of the declaration of the ascension of King George..." READ MORE: Moment Prince Harry 'reminds Meghan Markle of royal protocol' is spotted by fans He then realises his mistake and hilariously questioned and corrected himself loud enough for everyone to hear."George? CHARLES," he yelled, in the clip shared by Natalie Ellen Jones, which was captioned: "All hail King George."Viewers flocked to the comments in hysterics over the blunder as they wondered whether he confused the new King with his grandson Prince George or his grandfather King George VI.One user wrote: "Is he talking about King Charles' Grandfather? Or his grandson?"Another asked: "Did we skip both Charles and William then?"A third added: "My guy grabbed the wrong scroll."A fourth said: "Someone forgot to update it since the last king."Others joked that the blunder went even further back in the monarchy's history to King George III as they joked that the bloke had been watching the Hamilton musical before making the announcement.A user quipped: "Bro saw Hamilton the day before."Another joked: "Dude's like: 'Hear ye, hear ye.

John Swinney has confirmed King Charles III will be the head of state if Scotland voted for independence in any future referendum.

coronation at Westminster Abbey in 1953. Charles said he was having a bath and his mother came in “wearing the crown from the coronation”. He added that these were “marvellous moments” that he would “never forget”.

Naga Munchetty, 47, was hosting a special edition of BBC Breakfast alongside Charlie Stayt, 60, in the lead up to the King's Proclamation.

King Charles is likely to be "very careful" during his time as monarch, according to one royal expert. Victoria Murphy believes continuity and stability will be the themes of Charles' time on the throne, suggesting there won't be any "jarring differences" between the new king and Queen Elizabeth. She said: "Don't expect any huge, jarring differences.

King Charles will be proclaimed sovereign in a historic ceremony today (September 10) following the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Daily Express. Speaking outside King Charles and Camilla's home, Jenna said: "We were invited to interview Her Royal Highness, Camilla.

King Charles III revealed to a bold royal fan that kissed his hands that he "dreaded" the day his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, passed away.The new King met with the public for the first time this afternoon, as he greeted mourners outside Buckingham Palace following the his mother's death.One woman was bold enough to sneak a kiss of the new King's cheek, while another stooped to kiss his hands.READ MORE: King Charles kissed by bold royal fan as he makes first palace walkaboutAnd it was to the latter that he uttered heart-felt words about his mother's death. Charles was reported by the BBC to have told the lady that kissed his hands: “I have really dreaded this day”.The Royal Standard had just been raised above the palace for the first time of his reign.It was as onlookers shouted “three cheers for Charles” when one woman leaned over to kiss him on the hand.The woman who pecked him on the cheek asked "can I kiss you?" according to a lip reader.

BBC Breakfast viewers were left divided when Naga Munchetty and Charlie Stayt paid tribute to the Queen.The BBC presenters fronted a special edition of Breakfast on Friday morning (September 9) to honour Her Majesty, who on Thursday died aged 96 after 70 years on the throne.The matriarch passed away "peacefully" at Balmoral Castle in Scotland, and was said to be surrounded by her loved ones.READ MORE:BBC Breakfast's Naga Munchetty in cutting swipe at co-star as she says 'glad you came'Naga and Charlie were dressed in black for the broadcast out of respect as they paid tribute to the monarch on Friday.Opening the show, Naga said: "Good morning, you are watching a special edition of Breakfast on BBC News."Charlie continued: "A nation mourns following the death of Queen Elizabeth II. Her Majesty died yesterday at Balmoral, bringing to an end a 70-year reign."Naga went on: "The Queen's eldest son, now King Charles III was at her bedside.

King Charles for mentioning his son Prince Harry and wife Meghan Markle in his first speech to the nation following the Queen's death.The highly anticipated speech was pre-recorded from the monarch and televised to ITV viewers at 6pm on Friday (Sept 9).Discussing the changes that will be taking place in the Royal Family, with son Prince William and wife Kate now taking on the roles of Prince and Princess of Wales, the father of two also spoke highly of his son Harry.READ MORE: Queen mourners shed tears and spill their hearts outside 'sombre' Buckingham PalaceThe King said: "I want to also express my love to Harry and Meghan as they continue to build their lives overseas."Hearing his affectionate words, fans took to Twitter to share their thoughts, while praising him for his stance.One social media user wrote: "King Charles looks so sad but a lovely speech which included the biggest olive branch to Harry and Meghan possible - hopefully it helps to draw a line in the mud slinging for everyone’s sake."Another penned: "His Majesty, His Royal Highness, King Charles the 3rd in his 1st ever televised speech publicly declared HRH Prince William the title of Prince of Wales & Kate now has the title that Diana held HRH The Princess of Wales.

King Charles III and his late mother Queen Elizabeth II. At around 1:40pm as the King disembarked his jet from Balmoral at RAF Northolt before being driven to Buckingham Palace for his first walkabout as Monarch, fans spied something not quite right with the BBC's subtitles.King Charles and Camilla, who is the Queen Consort, were sitting in a car before setting off for Central London when newsreaders spoke about the late Queen Elizabeth.READ NEXT: EastEnders fans go wild as Charles becomes 'first ever EastEnders star' to become KingWhile the newsreaders and experts spoke about Her Majesty the Queen, the subtitles that were being transcribed weren't exactly accurate.

King Charles as he walked in front of crowds at Buckingham Palace this afternoon.At one point a gun was spied poking out of an armed guard's blazer as the new Monarch greeted the public for the first time in his new role. The thousands who lined the London streets were joined by countless police officers as Charles was driven in alongside Queen Consort Camilla.

A television service of remembrance for the Queen, who died on Thursday aged 96, will take place at St Paul's Cathedral tonight and it is anticipated millions of Brits will tune. The BBC will broadcast the poignant service at 6pm this evening. It's thought that King Charles's first speech to the nation will be played inside the cathedral if the timing of the two coincide.

King Charles will address the nation tonight following the devastating death of his mother, the Queen.

Members of the royal family will make plans for the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, following her death at age 96.