Elaine Paige, the beloved TV and stage icon, recently recounted a delightful encounter with Queen Elizabeth II that turned humorous despite an unfortunate wardrobe malfunction. During a hug from the late Queen, Paige experienced a wardrobe issue, which prompted the monarch to share a lighthearted story about one of her own wardrobe moments.
Queen Elizabeth amused Paige by recalling an incident while dancing with Zimbabwean leader Canaan Banana, where her earring fell off. As reported by the Daily Mail, the Queen humorously described how she smoothly retrieved the earring without any awkward assistance from her dance partner, showcasing her poise and quick wit.
In a recent Telegraph interview, Elaine Paige reflected on her transition from a bustling showbiz schedule to a more relaxed lifestyle. After over 60 years in the entertainment industry, Paige shared, “I’ve been in the business for so long, out every night of the week and two shows on a Saturday. Now I’m not performing, I like a lazy time at home.”
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Celebrating six decades in show business, she expressed gratitude for the BBC’s tribute concert held in her honour, though she revealed she isn’t fond of big crowds. “I don’t like crowds, so I don’t always go to the theatre on a Saturday, but I do go nearly every week. I can’t live without it,” she admitted to Cambridgeshire Live.
Alongside these personal stories, new insights into Queen Elizabeth’s relationship with Prince Philip have come to light. A royal source shared with the Daily Mail that even the famously united couple had their moments of playful bickering during the Covid-19 lockdown. The source recounted a memorable exchange where Prince Philip said, “Oh, do shut up, you silly woman,” to which the Queen sharply retorted, “I am not a silly woman, I am the Queen.” The source revealed such spirited exchanges were common in their marriage.
As curiosity about the royal couple’s private lives grows, official correspondence between the government and the late Queen and Prince Philip is set to be released in 2026 and 2027. These documents, revealed five years after their deaths according to protocol, are anticipated to provide insight into their personal political views. However, historians and commentators have expressed concerns about possible censorship and the extent of transparency once these records become public.