Hollywood actress Olivia Colman, known for her role as the Queen in The Crown, has surprised fans by joining forces with King Charles on a new environmental project.
Alongside 18 other prominent actors and environmentalists, Colman will be reading excerpts from King Charles’ speeches spanning over five decades in a short film released today.
The star-studded lineup includes renowned names such as Glenn Close, Woody Harrelson, and Idris Elba, who have all lent their voices to bring the King’s words to life.
This initiative marks the launch of a new YouTube channel for King Charles’ Ari TV website, aiming to raise awareness about environmental issues.
Colman’s decision to support King Charles comes as a shock to many, considering her previous vocal defense of Meghan Markle.
Back in 2019, the actress criticized the media’s treatment of the Duchess, condemning it as “evil” during The Crown’s season 3 launch.
However, recent scandals involving the Sussexes seem to have shifted Colman’s stance.
Amidst controversies surrounding the royal couple, including revelations of staged incidents and media backlash, A-list stars have remained silent or distanced themselves from supporting Meghan and Harry.
Colman, too, faced backlash when fans discovered her social media activity endorsing posts critical of the Sussexes.
The new short film, titled “The King’s Speech,” features a historic address delivered by Prince Charles in 1970, where he warned about the impending environmental crisis caused by plastic waste.
The film also includes excerpts from the King’s speeches at significant events like the World Economic Forum and the COP21 climate change conference.
In one poignant moment from the preview clip, King Charles emphasizes the urgent need for action against climate change, stating that humanity faces unprecedented threats from global warming and biodiversity loss.
Colman echoes his sentiment, highlighting the importance of collective willpower to address environmental challenges.
Joining Colman in the video are other notable figures such as BBC Gardening presenter Danny Clark, author Charlie Maxey, and climate activist Leah Thomas.
Together, they emphasize the crucial role individuals play in safeguarding the planet for future generations.
As the preview clip concludes with footage from the original RETV launch film in 2020, King Charles delivers a message of hope tempered with a call to action.
He underscores the necessity for unity and concerted efforts to tackle environmental issues, reminding viewers that the fate of the planet rests in humanity’s hands.