Unveiling the Enigmatic Princess Kate: 5 Intriguing Facts About Meg Bellamy, Star of The Crown
Meg Bellamy, a rising actress, makes her TV debut as Princess Kate on season 6 of 'The Crown' Hailing from an undisclosed location, she embarked on her acting journey and has already made notable appearances The opportunity to join the cast of 'The Crown' came knocking, and her admiration for the royal family adds depth to her portrayal
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Meg Bellamy, a newcomer, is making her first appearance on Netflix as Princess Kate Middleton in season 6 of The Crown. The first part of the final season of The Crown will start streaming on Friday, November 16. This season will mainly revolve around the events related to Princess Diana's tragic death in 1997. Elizabeth Debicki will reprise her role as Princess Diana, while Dominic West will portray King Charles III.
In December, when part two airs, the focus will shift to the younger generation of royals. This includes Bellamy and Ed McVey playing Kate and Prince William respectively. In the first half of the season, Rufus Kampa takes on the role of a young William.
Season 6 will showcase the early days of Kate and William's romance as they were students at the University of St Andrews in Scotland. Bellamy shared her experience of auditioning, stating that she closely observed Kate in order to portray her accurately. Since there are no recordings of Kate speaking during the time period that she portrays, Bellamy had to rely on her imagination to capture her youth.
During her first major TV project, Bellamy found herself feeling surprisingly comfortable on set. She described it as a well-oiled machine with a calm atmosphere, where she didn't feel the pressure of everyone's expectations on her.
While she has managed to maintain a low profile so far, Bellamy acknowledges that things may change once The Crown airs. She expressed her desire to continue working and gain momentum in her on-screen career. Auditioning and reading scripts have been a pleasant experience for her, and she hopes to do more of it in the future.
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1. Where Is Meg Bellamy From?
Bellamy reminisced about her delightful upbringing in England in her interview with The Telegraph. She mentioned relocating from Leeds to Berkshire at the age of 5 and expressed her close bond with her brother, half-brother, and two stepbrothers.
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During her Telegraph interview, Bellamy reminisced about her childhood passion for acting, revealing that she indulged in numerous performances and always enjoyed putting on small shows. She specifically mentioned her involvement in musical theater during her school days, proudly mentioning her portrayal of Sandy in Grease and her role as Scaramouche in We Will Rock You. The process involved six months of dedicated rehearsals, culminating in unforgettable performances held in June and July - a cherished highlight of her yearly experiences.
Before The Crown, Bellamy starred in the 2021 short film The Prince of Savile Row.
2. How Did Meg Bellamy Start Acting?
After completing her education, Bellamy embraced a job opportunity at Legoland in the U.K. "It was truly the most amazing job," she exclaimed. "At that point, I did not have an agent, so I took matters into my own hands and self-submitted for student films and shorts."
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3. Where Else Has Meg Bellamy Worked?
Upon discovering an online audition opportunity for the show, Bellamy was motivated by her neighbor to seize the chance. "According to her, I bear a striking resemblance to Kate," reflected the actress, although Bellamy personally does not perceive the resemblance to be as strong.
“I recall gazing at the photo of Kate displayed on the brief and endeavoring to decipher the precise application of her bronzer in order to replicate it flawlessly, aspiring to unleash my latent talents as a makeup artist. ... Immersing myself in her writings and attentively listening to her words proved incredibly significant in both the prelude and progression of my journey,” she expressed.
4. How Did Meg Bellamy Get Cast on ‘The Crown’?
Before landing her breakthrough role, Bellamy had only watched the first season of the popular Netflix show and had some knowledge about the British royal family, but she wasn't particularly invested.
"I don't think I had any strong feelings about them," she shared with The Telegraph. "However, I do recall significant events like Kate and Will's wedding. I was at home, and my mother threw a small gathering. While the kids were more interested in the cake, I specifically remember asking, 'Let me know when they kiss, let me know when they're on the balcony.' I sat there, watching the television, completely mesmerized by her, just like everyone else."
