‘The Crown’ Reportedly Pauses Filming Over Queen Elizabeth II’s Passing

“The Crown” has announced plans to pause production of its sixth season following Her Majesty's death.

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The Netflix drama’s writer, Peter Morgan, disclosed the move in a statement to a news outlet.

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One of the show’s directors had previously mentioned this as their way of paying respect to The Royal Family.

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Actress Helen Mirren— who played Elizabeth in “The Queen”— shared a tribute.

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The actress referred to the late Monarch as an “epitome of nobility.”

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The post has garnered thousands of likes and comments from fans.

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The Queen passed away shortly after doctors revealed their concern for her failing health.

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She had suffered some health challenges prior to her death on September 8.

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She was diagnosed with COVID-19 and opted out of certain events due to health problems.

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