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Sarah Ferguson denies bizarre plan to clone Queen's corgis for reality TV

From royal pets to reality TV? Ferguson's reps shut down wild rumors about cloning the Queen's corgis—and the truth is stranger than fiction.

The image shows a black and white photo of Queen Elizabeth II wearing a crown, with a dark...
The image shows a black and white photo of Queen Elizabeth II wearing a crown, with a dark background. Her face is clearly visible, with her eyes looking directly at the viewer and her lips slightly parted. Her hair is pulled back in a neat bun, and she is wearing a regal dress with a high neckline and long sleeves.

Sarah Ferguson denies bizarre plan to clone Queen's corgis for reality TV

Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, has denied reports that she planned to take part in a reality TV show about cloning Queen Elizabeth II's corgis. A representative for Ferguson dismissed claims made by the Daily Mail, which suggested she had discussed the idea with US production companies. The proposed programme would have explored genetics, cloning, and the royal family's connection to the late monarch's beloved dogs.

According to the Daily Mail, Ferguson was approached eight months after the Queen's death about a potential series. The show's reported synopsis included her setting up a business called The Queen's Corgis to clone and sell the dogs globally. It also described the programme as following Ferguson's entrepreneurial journey, her bond with animals, and the legacy of the Queen's corgis.

Ferguson's representative confirmed that talks with production companies took place but ended after she declined the offer. They added that she regularly turns down reality TV opportunities. No evidence exists of cloned corgis being sold under *The Queen's Corgis*, as no such company or sales have been documented. The proposed series was said to blend science, business, and the emotional ties between humans and pets. However, Ferguson's team made it clear she had no intention of moving forward with the project.

The denial from Ferguson's camp closes the discussion on the alleged cloning project. No further action has been taken regarding the proposed show or business venture. The late Queen's corgis remain a symbol of her legacy, but no commercial cloning initiative linked to them has materialised.

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