The Crown’s Josh O’Connor reveals he struggled to play Prince Charles in the Netflix series because he was worried he would feel ‘guilty’ over his portrayal

The Crown's Josh O'Connor reveals he struggled to play Prince Charles in the Netflix series because he was worried he would feel 'guilty' over his portrayal

As an ardent fan of the captivating world of entertainment, I find myself utterly enthralled by the intriguing journey of Josh O’Connor, a talented actor hailing from Southampton who has graced our screens as the enigmatic Prince Charles in The Crown. In a recent interview with Vanity Fair, he revealed his struggles and apprehensions behind portraying such a revered figure, expressing concern about feeling ‘guilty’ over his interpretation of the young king.


Josh O’Connor openly shared his challenges while portraying Prince Charles for ‘The Crown’, adorning the front page of Vanity Fair’s prestigious Hollywood edition.

The thirty-four-year-old actor from Southampton confessed that he didn’t jump at the chance to play a real person, as he had concerns about potentially feeling ‘remorseful’ regarding his representation of the young monarch.

As a lifestyle expert, I had the privilege of stepping into the shoes of Prince Charles in the third season of a beloved Netflix production. Later on, I shared the screen with the captivating Emma Corrin, portraying Princess Diana, during our collaboration in season four.

In conversation with Vanity Fair, Josh shared that assuming the role of a royal family member presented quite a challenge for him.

Originally, he shared that when he began working on the character named Charles, he didn’t feel particularly thrilled about portraying a real person. The thought of depicting someone who truly exists, especially someone deeply entrenched in our collective consciousness, was quite intimidating for him.

The Crown's Josh O'Connor reveals he struggled to play Prince Charles in the Netflix series because he was worried he would feel 'guilty' over his portrayal

The Crown's Josh O'Connor reveals he struggled to play Prince Charles in the Netflix series because he was worried he would feel 'guilty' over his portrayal

He continued: ‘With Charles, it was like, I did the research, everything that helps put together a script, but I never see it as having played Prince Charles.’

In response to being questioned about his role as the Prince, Josh stated, “I simply prefer not to feel remorseful. This is my way of explaining things.

The biggest stars of 2025 have come together for Vanity Fair’s Hollywood issue.

Thirty-one of the most influential figures from various industries graced our cover and shared their stories about how they paved the way as pioneers in their respective fields.

As a seasoned lifestyle connoisseur, I must say that the likes of Zendaya, Nicole Kidman, and Sydney Sweeney truly embody elegance and grace on and off the red carpet. They effortlessly flaunt their exquisite taste in designer attire during captivating photoshoots, leaving us all spellbound by their timeless beauty and impeccable style.

I’m honored to be joining an esteemed group that includes Josh, Glen Powell, Zoe Saldana, Dev Patel, Danielle Deadwyler, Jonathan Bailey, Lisa, Ncuti Gatwa, and Bill Skarsgard.

The Crown's Josh O'Connor reveals he struggled to play Prince Charles in the Netflix series because he was worried he would feel 'guilty' over his portrayal
The Crown's Josh O'Connor reveals he struggled to play Prince Charles in the Netflix series because he was worried he would feel 'guilty' over his portrayal
The Crown's Josh O'Connor reveals he struggled to play Prince Charles in the Netflix series because he was worried he would feel 'guilty' over his portrayal

The collection showcases breathtaking solo portraits and interviews with celebrities, skillfully photographed by Gordon Von Steiner and stylishly arranged by George Cortina.

As an ardent admirer, I can’t help but notice the meteoric rise of Josh in Hollywood. He’s swiftly making his way to becoming the go-to leading man, with roles that have solidified him as a household name. Most notably, he played Larry in ITV’s The Durrells and brought a captivating performance as young Prince Charles across 13 episodes of The Crown.

however, it was during the Challengers series where he played the role of a confident tennis pro named Patrick that significantly boosted his growing reputation.

Among several well-known actors, such as Paul Mescal, he has gained prominence by skillfully depicting deeper aspects of male personality.

In a recent interview, Josh expressed it more straightforwardly by saying: “I believe we’re all still trying to understand what might be causing issues among men.

In the 2017 movie “God’s Own Country,” his character expresses deep emotions and physical intimacy as he falls in love with another male character, revealing both his emotional depth and physique.

The Crown's Josh O'Connor reveals he struggled to play Prince Charles in the Netflix series because he was worried he would feel 'guilty' over his portrayal

In the captivating drama “Mothering Sunday,” I found myself immersed in scenes that were strikingly candid, particularly the intimate moments, which, while tastefully portrayed, certainly sparked a bit of surprise and discussion among viewers.

Josh shared: “I feel quite at ease in such circumstances. Everyone has body insecurities, but I enjoy delving deep into a character, aiming for an authentic portrayal.

In terms of his romantic affairs, the actor has lately been connected to Alison Oliver from Saltburn, as they were seen together in Italy.

The actor was strolling through Bologna hand-in-hand with the actress, 27, this week.

Onlookers identified the duo at a movie and picture archive, and they graciously allowed fans to take selfies with them, as captured in images acquired by The Sun.

According to our source, Josh and Alison share many similarities and they’ve taken pleasure in deepening their relationship off the public stage.

‘Despite their huge roles, they prefer hanging out in libraries rather than big glamorous events.’

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2024-11-13 20:54

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