Netflix hit The Crown has resumed filming just days after the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
The Royal drama was filming its sixth and final series in Barcelona when news of the late monarch’s passing at the age of 96 broke on Thursday.
In a mark of respect, show creators announced filming would be suspended for a day on Friday.
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Following the brief production break, The Crown resumed filming this week with Princess Diana actress Elizabeth Debicki recreating Diana’s famous visit to Sarajevo in 1997.
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The late princess visited the Bosnian capital just weeks before her death.
Pictured on-set, Debicki was seen recreating memorable incidences from one of Diana’s final pubic appearances as she sported her trademark blonde bob.
Wearing a replica pink shirt and gold drop earrings, the Tenet actress strolled through the set with a bouquet of flowers as she spoke to extras.
While filming on The Crown’s final season has officially resumed, show bosses have confirmed production will once again be suspended on the day of the Queen’s funeral.
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The late monarch will be laid to rest on Monday, September 19 following a 10-day period of mourning.
A Netflix spokesperson said on Friday: “As a mark of respect, filming on The Crown was suspended today. Filming will also be suspended on the day of Her Majesty The Queen’s funeral.”
Debicki is the second actress to portray Princess Diana on The Crown.
A teenage and young adult version of the late Royal was previously played by Emma Corrin.
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Following performances from Claire Foy and Olivia Colman, Imelda Staunton will portray Queen Elizabeth II in the show’s final two series.
The Crown season five has already been filmed and is set to air on Netflix later this year.
In the wake of the Queen’s death, Netflix fans have demanded another series be added to the Emmy-winning show.
The Crown seasons 1 – 4 are available to stream on Netflix.
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