THE QUEEN KEEPS CALM AND CARRIES ON

On the day of the Oprah interview, the queen displayed typical grit and dedication as she and other senior royals gathered for their annual Commonwealth Service.

The pandemic dominated her address. “Whilst experiences of the last year have been different across the Commonwealth, stirring examples of courage, commitment and selfless dedication to duty have been demonstrated in every Commonwealth nation, notably those working on the frontline.”

Charles gave a speech from an empty Westminster Abbey and the Cambridges discussed healthcare over a video call with South African doctor Zolelwa Sifumba, a frontline healthcare worker in Johannesburg.

This year’s event was a virtual one, in stark contrast to last year’s service that saw the family gather at Westminster Abbey (ABOVE).

It was the Sussexes’ last official engagement before leaving the UK and the simmering tension between them and the Cambridges was clear.

But in the midst of all the drama, there’s some joy for the queen: after most people thought she wouldn’t get any more dogs after the death of her dorgi (dachshund-corgi cross) Vulcan, in December, Her Majesty recently welcomed two new corgi pups into the royal household.

After Vulcan died, only one dog, Candy, remained and it was reported the queen wouldn’t get anymore – she was concerned about tripping over a dog and she didn’t want to leave a young animal behind when she passed on.