Double the Queen in "The Naked Cannon" - Jeannette Charles has passed away.
In mourning today is Jeannette Charles, also known as the 'Double of Queen Elizabeth II', who sadly passed away at the age of 96. Her daughter, Carol Christophi, shared the news in a statement released through 'The Guardian'. The accomplished actress, known for portraying Queen Elizabeth II in many films, television series, and television shows, had her final bow at a nursing home in Essex, England.
As reported by Christophi, her mother's death occurred on June 2nd. In a heartfelt tribute, she described her mother as "a true personality and a natural force," adding that she had "an incredible life."
A Natural 'Queen' Lookalike
Jeannette Charles gained popularity for her striking resemblance to Queen Elizabeth II, most notably in movies like "The Naked Gun" and "Austin Powers in Goldmember." She even made appearances as the English monarch in commercials and on "Saturday Night Live."
Charles spoke with 'The Guardian' in 2022 about how her likeness to the Queen surfaced in her childhood. Although it initially hindered her dreams of pursuing an acting career, she ultimately embraced it and used it to her advantage by becoming a sought-after 'Queen Elizabeth II lookalike.'
Throughout her acting career, Charles remained a dedicated 'royalist', refusing to take on roles that would reflect poorly on Queen Elizabeth II or herself. She officially retired in 2014 due to arthritis.
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Jeannette Charles, the actress renowned for her striking resemblance to Queen Elizabeth II, was interviewed by 'The Guardian' in 2022, discussing how her likeness to the Queen emerged in her childhood and paved the way for her successful career as a 'Queen Elizabeth II lookalike'. Despite initially seeing it as a hindrance to her acting aspirations, Charles eventually embraced her unique trait and utilized it to land roles in films like "The Naked Gun" and "Austin Powers in Goldmember".
Upon hearing the sad news of Jeannette Charles' passing on June 2nd, 2023, her daughter, Carol Christophi, paid tribute to her mother as a "true personality and a natural force," celebrating her "incredible life" and the impact she had on both her personal and professional lives. The heartfelt statement was shared through 'The Guardian'.
Following her death, fans of "The Naked Cannon" and other works featuring Queen Elizabeth II doubles will undoubtedly remember the acting legacy left behind by Jeannette Charles, a devoted 'royalist' who remained faithful to her inspiration and never took on roles that would belittle the Queen or her own reputation.
