The Story Behind the Most Iconic Photos of the Princess of Wales

A Right Royal Podcast

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3.8 • 776 Ratings

🗓️ 6 March 2026

⏱️ 46 minutes

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Summary

How does one photograph capture the weight of a nation? In this episode of The Right Royal Podcast, hosts Andrea Caamano and Emily Nash sit down with legendary photographer Chris Jackson to uncover the story behind his hauntingly beautiful portrait of the Princess of Wales. Chris shares the somber atmosphere of Prince Philip’s funeral and how Catherine’s "regal aura" shone through even behind a mask. From her poignant return to the Royal Marsden to the secret "bear trick" used to make Prince Louis laugh, join us for an exclusive, behind-the-lens look at the private moments and historic transitions of the Modern Majesty. 00:31:22 – Welcome to The Right Royal Podcast 01:28:01 – Inside the Making of ‘Modern Monarchy’ 02:45:02 – The Coronation Shot the Queen Never Allowed 06:05:15 – King Charles, Princess Anne, and Royal Character 09:11:00 – Capturing Queen Camilla’s "Twinkle" and Professional Spirit 11:31:01 – Capturing Resilience: Supporting the King Through Treatment 17:40:11 – The Secret "Bear" Trick for Family Royal Portraits 20:20:18 – Highgrove, Wellies, and the King Off-Duty 24:02:14 – Princess Catherine’s Emotional Return to Work 33:11:22 – Eyes Above the Mask: The Iconic Funeral Portrait Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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