Emma Corrinhas mastered the royal wave!
While filming new scenes for season 4 ofThe Crownat London’s famous Savoy Hotel, the actress channeledPrincess Diana. The scene was replicating the royal’s arrival at the Barnado’s Champion Children Awards, which Diana attended on multiple occasions in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
In the scene, Corrin, 24, waved to the crowd with a shy smile and placed a hand over her heart. For the shoot, she wore a watercolor dress in one of Princess Diana’s go-to styles — a one-shoulder neckline.Prince Williamand Prince Harry‘s mother wore similar pieces on multiple occasions, including banquets where she topped off the look with a glittering tiara. But the dress does not appear to be a direct replica of any of Diana’s real-life gowns.
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Emma Corrin as Princess Diana.SplashNews.com
Fans of the Netflix hit haveseen Corrin in character— and perfectlyrecreatingsome of Diana’s iconic fashion moments — on multiple occasions, offering a few glimpses into season 4 of the drama. She has been spotted filming alongside actor Josh O’Connor, who portraysPrince Charles.
Princess Diana at Champion Children Awards in 1988.Shutterstock
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“Beyond excited and honored to be joiningThe Crownfor its fourth season,” Corrin said in a statement. “I have been glued to the show since the first episode and to think I’m now joining this incredibly talented acting family is just surreal.”
“Princess Diana was an icon, and her effect on the world remains profound and inspiring,” she continued. “To be given the chance to explore her through Peter Morgan’s writing is the most exceptional opportunity, and I will strive to do her justice!”
Emma Corrin (left) and Princess Diana.Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty; Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty
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“Actually there are 249 members ofThe Crowncast, and we’re all working tomorrow and leaving in five minutes,” Bonham Carter shared.
A release date for the fourth season has not yet been confirmed.
source: people.com
