Elizabeth Debicki slipped into a red shift dress on Thursday as she once again transformed into Princess Diana to film new scenes for Netflix hit The Crown.
The Australian actress, 32, bore a remarkable resemblance to the late royal as she joined actor Rufus Kampa, 16, – who plays a young Prince William – on set in Palma De Mallorca, Spain, with the two seen boarding a speed boat.
The scenes indicated they were portraying a holiday taken by the group in July 1997 – just a month before Diana and Dodi’s tragic passing – when the princes famously joined the couple for a trip in the South of France aboard a superyacht owned by Dodi’s father Mohamed Al-Fayed.
Filming of new scenes came just days after work on the series was paused following Queen Elizabeth II’s passing earlier this month.
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Back at it: Elizabeth Debicki slipped into a red shift dress on Thursday as she once again transformed into Princess Diana to film new scenes for Netflix hit The Crown
Elizabeth looked at ease as she reclined on her seat on the boat while chatting to Adrian Mole star Rufus, who was cast as the 15-year-old Prince last month.
She showed off her toned legs in the sleeveless red knee-length dress which she teamed with black sunglasses and light brown sliders for the scenes in the sunny Spanish city.
Elizabeth was seen strolling past pretty villas and walking down stone steps before making her way down to the speedboat.
The star was surrounded by crew members as the production ploughed on following a brief break in filming days previously.
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Lady in red: The Australian actress, 32, (L) bore a remarkable resemblance to the late royal as she joined actor Rufus Kampa, 16, – who plays a young Prince William – on set in Palma De Mallorca, Spain
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Production: Filming of new scenes came just days after work on the series was paused following Queen Elizabeth II’s passing earlier this month
Elizabeth Debicki resumes filming ‘The Crown’ after Queen’s funeral
Meanwhile, Rufus sported a blue polo shirt, ivory trousers and brown shoes as he stepped into his new role as the young Prince of Wales.
Will Powell, who plays Prince Harry, was also seen with the pair on set was also seen with the pair on set.
The trio were seen speeding off on the boat as cameras captured the thrilling moment.
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Chilled: Elizabeth looked at ease as she reclined on her seat on the boat while chatting to Adrian Mole star Rufus, who was cast as the 15-year-old Prince last month
Hard at work: Elizabeth and Rufus smiled and chatted away as they portrayed the roles of Princess Diana and her eldest son William
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Filming: The two looked happy to be filming scenes at sea in Spain
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Looking good: Elizabeth showed off her legs in the short red dress
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Speeding off: The cast filmed speedboat scenes in Spain
Filming of The Crown resumes after pausing out of respect for Queen
The Crown recently resumed production on its sixth and final series in Barcelona after filming was paused for a single day following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
Diana star Elizabeth was seen filming one of the late royals’ final public appearances, when she visited the Bosnian capital of Sarajevo, just four days after work on the series was paused following the monarch’s passing.
No doubt The Crown is adhering to a strict filming schedule to ensure its sixth and final series is released by Netflix on time, having been pushed back by its day-long pause in the wake of The Queen’s passing.
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Stunner: She showed off her toned legs in the sleeveless red knee-length dress which she teamed with black sunglasses and light brown sliders for the scenes in the sunny Spanish city
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Out and about: Elizabeth was seen strolling past pretty villas and walking down stone steps before making her way down to the speedboat
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This way please: Elizabeth and her co-stars were seen making their way down winding,. stone steps
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All hands on deck: A plethora of crew members were seen on the dock
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Busy: The star was surrounded by crew members as the production ploughed on following a brief break in filming days previously
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Dapper: Meanwhile, Rufus sported a blue polo shirt, ivory trousers and brown shoes as he stepped into his new role as the young Prince of Wales
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There he is: Will Powell who plays Prince Harry was also seen with the pair on set
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Pretty: Elizabeth (L) looked stunning as she got her make-up touched up on set
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Younger days: Last month, Rufus was cast to play the Prince (right in 1997) at a different stage in his life, depicting his teenage years showing how he and the royal family coped with the death of Princess Diana
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Filming continues: The blonde beauty followed behind Rufus on the set
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Easy does it: Elizabeth was seen getting a helping hand off the boat
It was revealed that filming for The Crown been suspended for one day as a ‘mark of respect to the late monarch’, who passed away aged 96 on September 8 at Balmoral Castle.
Filming also did not take place on the day of the Queen’s funeral.
In a move that could be branded insensitive by fans, when the cast and crew return they will be covering Princess Diana’s death in 1997 and the Queen could be seen in mourning clothes.
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Boat scenes: Elizabeth and Rufus shared a giggle as they sat at the back of the boat
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Scenes: A driver and another gentleman joined them on the boat for filming
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Chat: Elizabeth and Rufus appeared to bond while filming scenes as the royals
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Boat life: Elizabeth and Rufus happily filmed scenes on a board a speedboat called Hasta Pronto
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Duo: The pair are recreating scenes as the late Princess of Wales and her eldest son
Last Thursday, star Imelda Staunton, who is playing an older version of Her Majesty in the Netflix series following predecessors Claire Foy and Olivia Colman, was seen in character as she prepared to leave the set.
A scene covering Princess Diana’s tragic death in Paris in August 1997 was scheduled to be filmed on Friday in Barcelona, Spain.
However, SER Catalunya have reported scenes that would cover Princess Diana’s death in August 1997 were being suspended following the death of Her Majesty.
The set, which had been built in a district of Barcelona, had been modified to resemble a Parisian street with French road signs.
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So sad: The Crown recently resumed production on its sixth and final series in Barcelona after filming was paused for a single day following the death of Queen Elizabeth II (The Queen pictured in 2021)
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Still going: Diana star Elizabeth was seen filming one of the late royals’ final public appearances, when she visited the Bosnian capital of Sarajevo, just four days after work on the series was paused following the monarch’s passing
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Schedule: No doubt The Crown is adhering to a strict filming schedule to ensure its sixth and final series is released by Netflix on time, having been pushed back by its day-long pause in the wake of The Queen’s passing
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Respect: It was revealed that filming for The Crown been suspended for one day as a ‘mark of respect to the late monarch’, who passed away aged 96 on September 8 at Balmoral Castle
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This way please? The young Prince Harry was seen being helped off the speedboat
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Taking a break: Filming also did not take place on the day of the Queen’s funeral
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Insensitive? In a move that could be branded insensitive by fans, when the cast and crew return they will be covering Princess Diana’s death in 1997 and the Queen could be seen in mourning clothes
Netflix had reportedly devised a plan, also named Operation London Bridge like the official funeral plan for the Queen, to outline what the production company for The Crown would do in the event of her passing.
One of the show’s creators Stephen Daldry said when the show first premiered in 2016 the cast would likely stop production, saying: ‘It would be a simple tribute and a mark of respect. She’s a global figure and it’s what we should do.’
Peter Morgan, writer of the drama, was quoted after news of the Queen’s death was confirmed as saying: ‘The Crown is a love letter to her and I’ve nothing to add for now, just silence and respect. I expect we will stop filming out of respect too.’
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That’s her boys: The actors playing William and Harry strolled ahead of actress Elizabeth
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Characters: Last Thursday, star Imelda Staunton, who is playing an older version of Her Majesty in the Netflix series following predecessors Claire Foy and Olivia Colman, was seen in character as she prepared to leave the set
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Sad scenes ahead: A scene covering Princess Diana’s tragic death in Paris in August 1997 was scheduled to be filmed on Friday in Barcelona, Spain
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Suspension: However, SER Catalunya have reported scenes that would cover Princess Diana’s death in August 1997 were being suspended following the death of Her Majesty
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Changes: The set, which had been built in a district of Barcelona, had been modified to resemble a Parisian street with French road signs
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Lovely sights: Elizabeth was seen filming outside a pretty Spanish villa adorned with pink flowers
Locations in Palma and Andratx are said to have been considered for the sixth series, which will cover the romance of Charles and Camilla and William’s university studies.
Part of season five of the popular series was shot on the Balearic island last year, with Sant Elm beach on the west coast and the Port of Soller among the locations where filming took place.
The last two series of The Crown will cover the Royal Family in the 1990s to 2003. The crew will be picking up the story where it left off in the fourth season.
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Plan: Netflix had reportedly devised a plan, also named Operation London Bridge like the official funeral plan for the Queen, to outline what the production company for The Crown would do in the event of her passing
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Thinking ahead: One of the show’s creators Stephen Daldry said when the show first premiered in 2016 the cast would likely stop production, saying: ‘It would be a simple tribute and a mark of respect. She’s a global figure and it’s what we should do
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Respect: Peter Morgan, writer of the drama, was quoted after news of the Queen’s death was confirmed as saying: ‘The Crown is a love letter to her and I’ve nothing to add for now, just silence and respect. I expect we will stop filming out of respect too’
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Time scale: Locations in Palma and Andratx are said to have been considered for the sixth series, which will cover the romance of Charles and Camilla and William’s university studies
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Filming: Part of season five of the popular series was shot on the Balearic island last year, with Sant Elm beach on the west coast and the Port of Soller among the locations where filming took place
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Boat day: Elizabeth and Rufus were seen chatting away as they sped off in the speedboat
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Catching up: The last two series of The Crown will cover the Royal Family in the 1990s to 2003. The crew will be picking up the story where it left off in the fourth season
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Off they go: The group were pictured on a speedboat called Teder1 Jonikal
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What a view: The water behind them as the speedboat zipped across the sea
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.
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Happier times: Elizabeth smiled while filming scenes as the late Princess
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New role: 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
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Honour: ‘It is my privilege and honour to be joining this masterful series, which has had me absolutely hooked from episode one’
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What a part: Elizabeth landed the role of Diana last year
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.’
Meanwhile, Ed McVey will take over Rufus’ role to play an older Prince William and will join Meg Bellamy, who last month was cast as Kate Middleton.
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Coming soon: Meanwhile, Ed McVey will take over Rufus’ role to play an older Prince William and will join Meg Bellamy, who last month was cast as Kate Middleton
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Call: Younger days: Last month, Rufus was cast to play the Prince (right in 1997) at a different stage in his life, depicting his teenage years showing how he and the royal family coped with the death of Princess Diana
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Romance: Ed and Meg will play the couple during the period in which their romance blossomed while studying at St Andrews University
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Thrilled: Taking to Instagram after the news was revealed, an excited Meg penned: ‘Pinch me please… So excited to announce that I will be playing Kate Middleton in Series 6 of Netflix’s ‘The Crown’. It is such an honour to be joining the most incredible cast and crew, and I will strive to do Kate justice
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Experience: While Meg has no official acting credits to her name, both Ed and Rufus have significantly more experience
The Netflix show initially put out a casting call in April to find a ‘stunning actress’ to portray the role of a young Kate, and now after a five month wait, they’ve finally found their Duchess.
Ed and Meg will play the couple during the period in which their romance blossomed while studying at St Andrews University.
The part of the future Queen Consort is Meg’s first major acting role and comes just months after she left her comprehensive school in Wokingham.
Taking to Instagram after the news was revealed, an excited Meg penned: ‘Pinch me please… So excited to announce that I will be playing Kate Middleton in Series 6 of Netflix’s ‘The Crown’. It is such an honour to be joining the most incredible cast and crew, and I will strive to do Kate justice.
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Filming: Ed, who will take on the Prince in the early 2000s with scenes showing how he fell for fellow Art History student Kate, graduated Drama Centre London in 2021
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Past experience: He was an understudy in the play Camp Siegfried, which was show at London’s Old Vic
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Overjoyed: Sharing his elation at landing the huge role, Ed penned on Instagram on Friday: ‘Ahhhhh the big news is now out!!! I’m absolutely buzzing to be given the opportunity to play Prince William in #TheCrown in Series 6!!!’
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Can’t wait: He added: ‘Along side the amazing @megkbellamy. Gunna be an amazing shoot can’t wait to learn all I can! Full press release in bio’
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Debut: Meanwhile Rufus made his professional acting debut in Sue Townsend’s The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole 13 & 3/4s: The Musical, while he’s also acted in a handful of West End productions
While Meg has no official acting credits to her name, both Ed and Rufus have significantly more experience.
Ed, who will take on the Prince in the early 2000s with scenes showing how he fell for fellow Art History student Kate, graduated Drama Centre London in 2021.
He was an understudy in the play Camp Siegfried, which was show at London’s Old Vic.
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She looks like a lady! Elizabeth was the picture of elegance as she sat cross-legged on the speedboat while filming scenes as Princess Diana
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There she goes: The stunning actress was hard to miss in her bright red dress
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Riding the waves: The group beamed as they zipped along the water on the speedboat
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What a ride: Filming continues for the next season of Netflix’s The Crown
Sharing his elation at landing the huge role, Ed penned on Instagram on Friday: ‘Ahhhhh the big news is now out!!! I’m absolutely buzzing to be given the opportunity to play Prince William in #TheCrown in Series 6!!!
‘Along side the amazing @megkbellamy. Gunna be an amazing shoot can’t wait to learn all I can! Full press release in bio.’
Meanwhile Rufus made his professional acting debut in Sue Townsend’s The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole 13 & 3/4s: The Musical, while he’s also acted in a handful of West End productions.
