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K.J. Yossman Frank Cottrell Boyce, who co-wrote two of Queen Elizabeth II’s most iconic on-screen cameos – at the 2012 Olympics opening ceremony with Daniel Craig and this year’s Jubilee sketch with Paddington Bear – said the monarch had “brilliant” comic timing and could have been an actor. “She’s absolutely glowing in that moment,” he said of her appearance alongside Paddington in the 2-minute long sketch, which commenced her Platinum Jubilee celebrations in July. “And you’ve got to remember that that’s real acting that’s going on there. Paddington isn’t really in the room. She’s acting with an eye-line and with someone pretending to be Paddington. That’s proper acting going on. But I also think it’s true happiness.”

BBC Breakfast royal correspondent Gyles Brandreth believes Queen Elizabeth II would have liked to have been an “actress” if she wasn’t the Head of State.On Thursday (September 8), Buckingham Palace announced the devastating news about the monarch’s passing at the age of 96 in Balmoral Castle.It read: “The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon. The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow.READ MORE: Queen Elizabeth 'showed all the signs of becoming a Nintendo addict' and loved Wii SportsDuring Friday’s special instalment of the BBC Breakfast in memorial of the late monarch, the broadcaster recalled one of his many fond memories with Her Royal Highness.As he thought back on his fond memories with the Queen, he confessed that Her Majesty has always had quite the affinity with the acting industry and in recent years showcased her love of acting in a slew of comical sketches.He told viewers: “I think that she wouldn’t minded being an actress, I once had a conversation with her about Windsor Castle when she was happiest there and she talked about the war and when she appeared in Christmas pantomimes.“And said she rather enjoyed being a principal boy.

Phillip Schofield made his return to This Morning by wasting no time in sharing his thoughts on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. The 60 year old and co-presenter Holly Willoughby, 41, appeared for the first time on the program in eight weeks, after their annual summer break, and were joined by royal experts Gyles Brandreth and Camilla Tominey.The guests talked about the Duke and Duchess of Sussex returning to Frogmore Cottage and Gyles revealed that tensions are still high between the Sussexes and the Royal Family.

This Morning star Phillip Schofield proved that he was back on ITV screens with a bang as he took aim at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle on his debut show after a summer break. Joined by royal experts Gyles Brandreth and Camilla Tominey, talk turned to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex returning to Frogmore Cottage.Gyles explained that in spite of Harry and Meghan making a UK comeback it didn't appear as though any conflicts had been resolved as of yet.The Gogglebox Celebrity star commented that Harry and Meghan's recent podcasts had still taken aim at Royal Family - which proved to be lucrative for the couple when it came to boosting media for their upcoming projects.Hitting back, Phil fumed: "The Queen has been dignified her whole life.

This Morning fans were left in stitches after presenter Vernon Kay swooned over a video of a man riding a horse.Vernon hosted the show with co-star Rochelle Humes and the topic of conversation turned to a viral video shot at Warwick Castle.The clip showed a hunky horse rider dressed in armour as he rode on his steed, hair flowing out behind him as he recorded himself from above.READ MORE: This Morning's Vernon left red-faced after co-star Rochelle's racy 'bum' blunderThe short video recently went viral and Rochelle told viewers that it has now been viewed over one million times.This Morning then cut back to the studio where Vernon could be seen looking infatuated with the rider.He held his hand on his chest and pulled a goofy face to show that he was impressed with his skills as Rochelle told viewers about the sportsman.Rochelle joked that she was having a good day as they'd had Idris Elba on earlier too, before Gyles Brandreth poked fun at himself and Vernon over their appearances.One fan was over the moon that Vernon was on the show and tweeted: "Need Vernon to be on This Morning more often. Fun, funny, love his clothing style and a regular nice guy."Another wrote: "Think This Morning have finally found the perfect presenting pairing with Vernon and Rochelle."Rochelle recently left Vernon cringing after he made an on-air blunder.They spoke to the TV chef Tom Kerridge who told them that he was making a "self saucing" pudding.Rochelle said: "Self-saucing? That sounds posh!"Tom then clarified: "It sounds like it might be undercooked, but don't worry, it's not.

GOGGLEBOX star Gyles Brandreth was rushed to hospital after suffering a nasty accident. The 74-year-old took to social media to tell fans about the incident while pictured in the back of an ambulance with a sling on. He told fans he’d broken his humerus - the upper arm bone - and wrote: “Don’t break your humerus: it’s not funny! It’s a pain: literally.

It's been some week for Rylan Clark in the This Morning studio. The presenter is co-hosting with Ruth Langsford as regular show stars Holly Willoughby and Phil Schofield enjoy their annual summer break.

This Morning fans were left in stitches after Rylan Clark confessed that he loves a “big snake” but “can’t handle the little ones” on air.The 33-year-old has been presenting the hugely popular ITV daytime show alongside Ruth Langsford since Monday (August 22) with telly bosses poking fun at his terrifying escapade with the slithery beast all week.During Thursday’s (August 25) instalment, the fan-favourite duo welcomed on Gyles Brandreth back to the blue sofa where they discussed the latest news stories to hit the headlines this morning.READ MORE: This Morning's Ruth Langsford hints at major career change days after show comebackOver the years, the TV star has made quite the lasting impression on viewers with his wide range of colourful comical jumpers, and today was no different.The Countdown star donned a black, green and red jumper which featured a ginormous snake all over it that wrapped itself about the jumper as he jokingly named the cold-blooded creature after the X Factor star.As they welcomed him back on the show, Gyles confessed: “It's good to be back, I wore this jumper especially for you. This is kind of therapy, aversion therapy.” Ruth replied: “To be fair it is a friendly-looking snake” to which Rylan pointed out: “It is but I think that’s Gyles making it friendly”.

Prince Harry has been warned against criticising the Queen in his upcoming book.The royal is penning a tell-all memoir, which is expected to be unveiled later this year.His book was the subject of a discussion on This Morning and broadcaster Gyles Brandreth said speaking out against his grandmother would be a "mistake".READ MORE: Princess Diana 'may have died in botched British MI6 operation' claims ex-bodyguard"He's not going to do knocking copy about the Queen because he adores his grandmother and that would be a big mistake," he said.During the show, Gyles was asked by host Ruth Langsford if the book could be more criticism of the Royal family.But he replied: "Not necessarily."I think it could be a great anti-climax."Gyles said the royal was thought to be getting a "great deal of money" so you "might expect there would therefore be revelations"."But it could be that it's just a book telling his story and that there won't be," he went on.The TV star also recalled how Harry's dad Prince Charles previously did a book and opened up about his childhood and feelings of loneliness."There will be an element of that and saying, 'Is this handed down from one generation to the next?'" he predicted."There will be plenty for us to chew over."In 2020 it was announced that Harry ans his wife Meghan Markle would be taking a step back from their royal duties and there is thought to be tension between him and some other members of his family.Last year, the royal - who shares two children with Meghan - confirmed that he was publishing a memoir that he said would be "accurate and wholly truthful".It has been reported in recent days that the Duke of Sussex’s relatives will only get to see his book at the same time as members of the

The Mirror reports. The star who was a student at Girton College, Cambridge, has experience with quiz shows having hosted QI since 2016, and bookmaker Ladbrokes puts her at just 2/1 to take over from Paxman. The second favourite is another former Cambridge University student Richard Osman at 3/1.

Gyles Brandreth has said he decided not to swap Gogglebox and This Morning for an appearance on Strictly Come Dancing because he "ain’t got rhythm". The Sun revealed the full line-up of Strictly on Friday, with EastEnders ' James Bye and Countryfile 's Helen Skelton set to take to the dance floor.

CELEBRITY Gogglebox and This Morning star Gyles Brandreth has revealed why he turned down a spot on Strictly Come Dancing. The 74-year-old, who appears alongside Carol Vorderman reviewing TV on the Channel 4 show, devastated fans with the news. Gyles said he was invited by producers on the BBC but had to refuse.

Gogglebox star Sheila Hancock has revealed she was given the boot from the show.The Channel 4 star has just revealed that she was given the boot despite "loving every minute" on the show.The actress left the show after just one series but to many fans' surprise - it wasn't by her choice.READ MORE: Gogglebox favourite Julie Malone leaves fans concerned after 3am selfie post Many viewers loved her hilarious and no-nonsense remarks as she starred alongside pal Gyles Brandreth.The series she starred in was aired in 2019 and was shot in six parts.Sheila recently told Radio 2: “I loved every minute of it.

Naked Attraction. The exuberant TV personality appeared on ITV's This Morning as part of the Morning's View segment to discuss the stories of the day alongside Lucrezia Millarini.

Countdown's Susie Dent and Celebrity Gogglebox star Gyles Brandreth – are teaming up for a unique stage show. On the heels of Susie's 30th anniversary in the Dictionary Corner on Countdown, she is joining forces with former MP and fellow wordsmith Gyles for a stage version of Something Rhymes with Purple, based on their hit podcast. The show will have a residency at the Fortune Theatre in London from Sunday, September 25 through Sunday, February 19, 2023.

This Morning as she praised the NHS amid her son's recent health scare.The presenter, 37, appeared on Monday's show (July 25) alongside Craig Doyle and panellists Gyles Brandreth and Matthew Wright to discuss the NHS crisis.Sharing her own experience of the public health service, Josie welled up and said: "I just spent the night in hospital and I was just in awe [of] their 12-hour shifts. READ MORE: Josie Gibson thanks docs for putting son 'back together' after hospital dash"They were so short-staffed in theatre that Reggie's surgeon couldn't have a lunch break." Josie later explained that her hospital visit followed her son Reggie-James, three, being rushed to hospital after falling off a trampoline ladder and injuring his arm.She added: "I just think, credit to them."How amazing to keep doing your job when you've got all this in a crumbled system.

Kelly Brook was left issuing an apology as she returned to This Morning. The model was in the Isles of Scilly during Monday's edition (July 18) of the ITV daytime show. She headed on a tour of a stunning garden as an expert showcased the wide range of flowers that surrounded them.

Gyles Brandreth was slightly more exposed than normal as he appeared on This Morning. The former politician turned TV star was back on the ITV daytime show alongside Camilla Tominey on Monday (July 18).

This Morning regular Gyles Brandreth has joked he feels naked after making the decision to ditch his famous jumpers as the temperatures soar. In the UK, temperatures are expected to reach temperatures around 40 degrees celsius this week, after The Met Office issued an extreme weather warning.Host Alison Hammond revealed that The Met Office claims London will today, July 18, be the "hottest place in the world", even hotter than the Sahara Desert and Kingston, Jamaica.READ MORE: This Morning fans disgusted as Alison Hammond shares ingrown toenail horrorThe royal biographer and former Conservative MP is known for wearing an array of jumpers on television but he opted to ditch these today.Speaking to Gyles, royal commentator and broadcaster Camilla Tominey asked: "Are you feeling naked without a jumper on?""Can I say, I'm feeling completely, I've been quite awkward," he said before Camilla added: "It's because you've not got your jumper on." Gyles continued: "I do feel a bit uncomfortable, I've got the jumper downstairs and I'll be putting it on when I go out, the reason I put a jumper on outside is, because if you get cool outside, it's like a thermos flask and it keeps you cool, that's my idea with the jumpers." This didn't go unnoticed with fans who flocked to social media after spotting Gyles had opted for different attire.Taking to Twitter, one fan said: "Weird not seeing Gykes in a jumper #ThisMorning.

Camilla Parker Bowles has been hailed as the "jewel to Crown" by a former aide of the Queen after poking fun at herself.The Duchess of Cornwall, who celebrates her birthday today (Sunday, July 17), shows no fears of ageing after she heaped a few jokes onto herself at The Oldies ceremony last year. The Oldie of the Year Awards was attended by Camilla and company, including chairman and author Gyles Brandreth, where the awards were handed out to a series of remarkable oldsters.READ MORE: World's 'most inhumane' jail where 'prisoners eat bodies of dead lags to survive'Paying tribute to achievements by the elderly, the long-running awards festival was attended by the Royal Family member, who is turning 75, where she was deemed a "jewel to the Crown" on Twitter.The post, copied from Camilla's speech by Dickie Arbiter, read: "What a jewel to the Crown The Duchess of Cornwall has become.

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