Queen Elizabeth II reigned for more than 96 years, the longest reigning monarch in history. In addition to this honor, the Queen is also known as the oldest monarch in the world, a role she took on shortly after her father’s death , George VI. Earlier this year, she celebrated her long reign with a Platinum Jubilee celebration.
On Thursday, September 8, the royal family announced her death at 96 in Scotland Balmoral Castle, where she spent her summers.
During her reign, various actresses (and at least one) portrayed the royal monarch. Whether in an Oscar-winning film or on a theater stage, the Hollywood Reporter will look at famous faces has stepped into the shoes of royalty.
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