Three years after Queen Elizabeth II's passing, this True Royalty Original show reflects on that historic day and how it changed Britain forever. From the carefully orchestrated announcements to the nation's collective grief, we examine how the death of the longest-serving sovereign unfolded and its lasting impact on the royal family and the Commonwealth.

On September 8, 2022, the world watched as news broke of the Queen's declining health, followed by the solemn announcement that would mark the end of the second Elizabethan age. This show looks back at that momentous day, exploring the behind-the-scenes preparations, the immediate succession of King Charles III, and how the royal family navigated their most challenging transition in modern history.

Host Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is joined by Charlotte Griffiths, Editor at Large for the Mail On Sunday, and Katie Nicholl, Royal Correspondent for Vanity Fair, who provide expert insight into the protocols, emotions, and lasting consequences of this pivotal moment in royal history that reshaped the British monarchy forever.

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Royal Beat is on a short break - so whilst we're away please enjoy this True Royalty Original.

Royal biographer Ingrid Seward said Princess Diana was "the most insecure woman" she'd ever met. This True Royalty Original examines the psychological struggles behind Diana's public facade, exploring her battles with self-doubt, eating disorders, and constant need for approval.

Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen hosts the show and is joined by royal biographer and editor in chief of Majesty Magazine Ingrid Seward and former press secretary to the late Princess of Wales, Dickie Arbiter to uncover how childhood trauma and royal pressures created a woman whose vulnerability was both her weakness and her strength.

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Who is the Real Meghan?

From Hollywood starlet to royal duchess and now global businesswoman, Meghan Markle remains one of the most divisive figures in the British Royal Family.

But who is the real Meghan? In this explosive True Royalty Original, host Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen digs beneath the glossy headlines and relentless tabloid coverage to uncover the truth behind the Duchess of Sussex’s carefully crafted image.

With fresh revelations about her struggles as a working royal and accusations of feeling “inauthentic,” the episode peels back the layers of fame, family tension, and royal scandal. Joined by leading voices including journalist Afua Hagan and The Sun’s royal editor Matt Wilkinson, this must-listen royal podcast delivers insider gossip, expert commentary, and a revealing look at the woman who continues to shake the monarchy.

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