Uncovering a less-known side of King Charles III, a BBC production provides an intimate peek into the monarch's life ahead of his coronation. In a playful moment, Charles and his son, Prince William, poke fun at Charles' famed "sausage fingers" during coronation rehearsals. This jovial scene is just one of many private and amusing moments captured by the documentary, including the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, forcing an impromptu pause with a momentary prayer freeze.
Titled "Charles III: The Coronation Year," the 90-minute film premieres on BBC One on Boxing Day. It chronicles the transition period following Queen Elizabeth II's passing, leading up to the elaborate coronation ceremony. The documentary also offers a glimpse of King Charles's emotional moment at his mother's funeral and his sister, Princess Anne, reflecting on the Queen's final days.
The enchanting documentary spares no laughter while showcasing the warmth and harmony of Charles's marriage to Queen Camilla. On the other hand, it deliberately overlooks controversial topics, such as Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's accusations of racism and Prince Andrew's connection to sex offender, Jeffrey Epstein.
Curiously absent from the documentary is any mention of the "sausage fingers" incident. Instead, the story of their jovial banter first surfaced in a YouTube video, titled "King Charles Jokes with Prince William about 'Sausage Fingers' in Coronation Film," highlighting their light-hearted moment during the Coronation rehearsal. While its origin remains unclear, the video provides a unique glimpse into the Royal Family's candid humor.
