From Playing the Queen to Crazy Aunt
Imelda Staunton, known for her portrayal of the Queen in The Crown, is set to take on a new role in the Brassic Christmas special. This comedic switch sees her going from royalty to the role of a crazy aunt.
A World Away from The Crown
Staunton's new character in Brassic is a far cry from the Queen. The comedy show even features her puffing on a joint, showcasing the versatile range of the actress.
A Harebrained Plot Unfolds
In the Christmas special, Staunton's character, Edie, bonds with troublemaker Vinnie, played by Joe Gilgun. As they reveal their secret bohemian past, the duo hatches a harebrained plot to rob their local Winter Wonderland.
Excitement for the Tonal Shift
Staunton expressed her excitement for the tonal shift in her new performance. She shared her admiration for Brassic, describing it as mad, hilarious, moving, and filled with larger than life yet relatable characters.
A Familiar Family Connection
Staunton jokingly mentioned that she seems to always play a family member of Dominic West in TV shows. Having previously portrayed mother and son in The Crown, she now takes on the role of West's aunt in Brassic.
Staunton praised the show's popularity and attributed it to the talented cast. She expressed her delight at being part of the Brassic gang.
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