Elizabeth Debicki, who portrayed the late Princess Diana in the final two seasons of The Crown, was honored with the Best Supporting Actress trophy at this year’s Critics’ Choice Awards.
During her acceptance speech, the talented actress paid a heartfelt tribute to the iconic royal figure, expressing her hope to make Princess Diana proud through her portrayal.
This recognition comes after her recent win for Best Supporting Female Actor – Television Golden Globe Award for her mesmerizing performance in the Netflix series centered around the British royal family’s drama.
While Elizabeth Debicki basks in the glory of her achievements, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Netflix documentary series failed to capture the attention of the awards.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were not invited to the Golden Globes Awards ceremony, leaving their project unrecognized on this particular platform.
In an interview with Netflix, Elizabeth Debicki opened up about the emotional toll of recreating Princess Diana’s tragic death scene.
She described the filming process as heavy, manic, and invasive.
The actress expressed her admiration for the late royal, referring to her as a symbol and a magical person.
She also extended her gratitude to the young actors who portrayed Prince William and Prince Harry in the series, acknowledging their contribution to the show.
Meanwhile, Meghan Markle’s aspirations of emulating Princess Diana have been met with criticism.
Ex-Tory minister David Mellor discussed Meghan’s Invictus Games appearance, expressing his discontent with her desire to be perceived in the same way as the beloved Princess of Wales.
Mellor referred to Meghan’s situation as a “sad half-life” and criticized her belief that she could effortlessly step into the royal family and become the new Princess Diana simply by presenting herself well and smiling for the cameras.
Royal author Tom Bauer shed light on the reactions of Diana’s family members upon meeting Meghan.
Earl Charles Spencer, Diana’s brother, along with Lady Sarah MacCorkdale and Baroness Jane Fellowes, her sisters, and close friend Julia Samuel, failed to see the similarities between Meghan and their late sister.
Bauer revealed that they also doubted Meghan’s ability to integrate into the royal family.
Harry, hoping for his loved ones to recognize the connection, was disappointed by their lack of agreement.
They did not perceive Meghan as a reflection of Princess Diana or believe that she shared the same struggles.
In the documentary about the Sussexes, Prince Harry attempted to establish a connection between his mother and his wife for their audience.
He emphasized the similarities he saw between Meghan and his mother, praising her compassion, empathy, confidence, and warmth.
Harry identified himself as his mother’s son, emphasizing that she made decisions from the heart.
However, the perception of Meghan as a modern-day version of Princess Diana was not universally shared.
As Elizabeth Debicki continues to receive accolades for her portrayal of Princess Diana, the scrutiny surrounding Meghan Markle’s attempt to align herself with Diana’s legacy persists.
The contrast between their respective receptions highlights the complexity of capturing the essence of such an iconic figure and the challenges faced by those who strive to emulate her.