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Today is Helen Mirren's birthday! The British actress won her Oscar for depicting Queen Elizabeth II in the 2006 film The Queen. Not only has she played Queen Liz, Mirren has also taken on the role of Queen Charlotte in The Madness of King George (1994) and Elizabeth I in the television series.
To celebrate Dame Mirren's 69th birthday (can you believe she looks that fabulous at 69?!) I thought Ticket Stub should take at look at the best on screen queens in honour of Mirren's most celebrated role.
To celebrate Dame Mirren's 69th birthday (can you believe she looks that fabulous at 69?!) I thought Ticket Stub should take at look at the best on screen queens in honour of Mirren's most celebrated role.
Can you think of anymore worthy performances? Let me know in the comments or tweet @TicketStubBlog.
Queen of Hearts in Alice in Wonderland (1951)
A butch, short tempered lady, the Queen of Hearts is one of the most frightening rulers. She blames Alice for all her misfortunes so it is no wonder Alice calls her a "fat, pompous, bad tempered old tyrant".
A butch, short tempered lady, the Queen of Hearts is one of the most frightening rulers. She blames Alice for all her misfortunes so it is no wonder Alice calls her a "fat, pompous, bad tempered old tyrant".
Dame Julie Andrews as Queen Clarisse Renaldi in
The Princess Diaries (2001)
After Dame Helen Mirren, Julie Andrews is the second Dame on the list who has graced the screen as a lovable royal. She played Queen Clarisse in The Princess Diaries alongside Anne Hathaway as she guides her granddaughter, Mia, to become Princess of Genovia. She may be authoritative but Queen Clarisse is the coolest Grandma. She even sings in the sequel!
and as the Queen in
Shrek 2, Shrek The Third and Shrek Forever After
In another royal role, Andrews lent her distinctive voice to the Dreamworks sequels of Shrek. With her on-screen King, John Cleese, the pair make a great team as the parents of Princess Fiona.
The Princess Diaries (2001)
After Dame Helen Mirren, Julie Andrews is the second Dame on the list who has graced the screen as a lovable royal. She played Queen Clarisse in The Princess Diaries alongside Anne Hathaway as she guides her granddaughter, Mia, to become Princess of Genovia. She may be authoritative but Queen Clarisse is the coolest Grandma. She even sings in the sequel!
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and as the Queen in
Shrek 2, Shrek The Third and Shrek Forever After
In another royal role, Andrews lent her distinctive voice to the Dreamworks sequels of Shrek. With her on-screen King, John Cleese, the pair make a great team as the parents of Princess Fiona.
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Dame Judi Dench as Queen Elizabeth I in
Shakespeare in Love (1998)
The third Dame on the list - the phenomenal, Dame Judi Dench. Her portrayal of Elizabeth I earned her the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress. However, she was only on film for a total of six minutes making it the second shortest performance to win the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. The shortest performance ever to win was by Beatrice Straight for Network (1976).
and as Queen Victoria in Mrs Brown (1997)
Dench plays the longest reigning monarch in Mrs Brown. The film sees Queen Victoria escaping to Balmoral Castle, still mourning the loss of her beloved husband, Albert. There she befriends servant Mr Brown, played by Billy Connolly. He helps the Queen regain her life back and comforts her during this dark period of her life. Dame Judi won the BAFTA and Golden Globe for her performance in the film.
Shakespeare in Love (1998)
The third Dame on the list - the phenomenal, Dame Judi Dench. Her portrayal of Elizabeth I earned her the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress. However, she was only on film for a total of six minutes making it the second shortest performance to win the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. The shortest performance ever to win was by Beatrice Straight for Network (1976).
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and as Queen Victoria in Mrs Brown (1997)
Dench plays the longest reigning monarch in Mrs Brown. The film sees Queen Victoria escaping to Balmoral Castle, still mourning the loss of her beloved husband, Albert. There she befriends servant Mr Brown, played by Billy Connolly. He helps the Queen regain her life back and comforts her during this dark period of her life. Dame Judi won the BAFTA and Golden Globe for her performance in the film.
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Angel in Rent (2005)
The next couple of queens on the list side track from the typical royals. Angel in Rent is a drag queen. She has an awesome zest for life despite being diagnosed with AIDs. She has the coolest outfits too including the Christmas themed one below whilst she performs Today 4 U.
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Regina George in
Mean Girls (2004)
Regina George is the Queen Bee. She is the most popular yet most feared girl in school. She befriends Cady, played by Lindsay Lohan, who soon becomes one of 'The Plastics' in Regina's clique. "Teen Royalty" as Damien calls the group. Regina is the ultimate high school bitch - stirring things up for her own personal gain.
Regina George is the Queen Bee. She is the most popular yet most feared girl in school. She befriends Cady, played by Lindsay Lohan, who soon becomes one of 'The Plastics' in Regina's clique. "Teen Royalty" as Damien calls the group. Regina is the ultimate high school bitch - stirring things up for her own personal gain.
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Kirstin Dunst as the title role in
Marie Antoinette (2006)
Back to the royals, and here is Kirstin Dunst as Marie Antoinette. The young queen of indulgence, fashion and scandal. Dunst brings charisma and charm to the role. The costumes and set design are stunning in this movie too, winning the Academy Award for Best Costume Design.
Marie Antoinette (2006)
Back to the royals, and here is Kirstin Dunst as Marie Antoinette. The young queen of indulgence, fashion and scandal. Dunst brings charisma and charm to the role. The costumes and set design are stunning in this movie too, winning the Academy Award for Best Costume Design.
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Evil Queen in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937)
Featured on the Top Ten Disney Animated Villains last month, the Evil Queen returns! As one of the most menacing and first animated royals, she has to make this list.
Featured on the Top Ten Disney Animated Villains last month, the Evil Queen returns! As one of the most menacing and first animated royals, she has to make this list.
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Elizabeth Taylor as the title role in
Cleopatra (1963)
Elizabeth Taylor is breathtakingly beautiful as the Queen of the Nile. She had 65 costume changes in the movie! This was also one of the most expensive films ever made and nearly bankrupted 20th Century Fox. Despite the controversies, it is certainly Taylor's most memorable role.
Cleopatra (1963)
Elizabeth Taylor is breathtakingly beautiful as the Queen of the Nile. She had 65 costume changes in the movie! This was also one of the most expensive films ever made and nearly bankrupted 20th Century Fox. Despite the controversies, it is certainly Taylor's most memorable role.
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Which on-screen Queens have I missed?
Let me know in the comments below or
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with the most memorable performances, films or characters.
Let me know in the comments below or
tweet @TicketStubBlog
with the most memorable performances, films or characters.
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