Did he get it from his mother? As Charles is revealed to have been angered by pictures of the late Queen (with her hands in her pockets), we recall 15 times that QEII herself was not at all amused…
The phrase ‘We are not amused’ is famously associated with Queen Victoria.
Legend has it that she said the words after a performance by HMS Pinafore, although other stories claim this was in response to a lame joke.
And now it has emerged that Prince Charles was not amused when his late mother, the Queen, modeled for her dresser, Angela Kelly – and was photographed with her hands in her pockets!
Worse still, the photos subsequently appeared in Ms Kelly’s 2019 book, The Queen, The Dresser and The Garderobe.
Royal author Ingrid Seward reveals the incident was ‘enough to incur Charles’ wrath.’
βHe deeply resented what he perceived as taking advantage of her good character,β she writes in her latest book, My Mother and I.
His mother, the late Queen, was well able to express her own lack of amusement – as these fifteen moments demonstrate…
The ‘tour from hell’
The Queen’s Private Secretary, Sir Philip Moore, leans in to reassure Her Majesty as King Hassam awaits his appearance
The Queen’s state visit to Morocco in 1980, dubbed the ‘tour from hell’, was plagued with difficulties.
For example, one afternoon King Hassan II disappeared, leaving Queen Elizabeth waiting in a sweltering desert tent for most of the afternoon.
Disappointed by the races
The Queen was disappointed with the result at the 1993 Epsom Derby
The Queen, known for her passion for horses, showed clear disappointment at the result of the 1993 Epsom Derby.
Her expression contrasted with those of her son, Prince Charles, and racing manager, Earl of Carnarvon, who both seemed delighted with the outcome.
An awkward encounter
Queen Elizabeth shared an awkward encounter during a polo match with Princess Diana in 1985
In 1985, an awkward meeting took place between Queen Elizabeth and Princess Diana.
The couple attended a polo match in Windsor, which coincided with the start of marital problems between Diana and Charles.
The look of disapproval
It is said that Queen Elizabeth thought Meghan Markle’s wedding dress was ‘too white’ for a divorcee
According to royal author Ingrid Seward, Queen Elizabeth expressed reservations about Meghan Markle’s wedding dress, saying it was “too white” for a divorcee.
Perhaps this explains her unimpressed attitude in St. George’s Chapel.
Mischief by name, mischief by nature
Mischief the dog jumps up to greet Queen Elizabeth during the reopening of the Blue Cross Animal Hospital in 2001. The Queen is not very pleased
True to his name, the dog Mischief enthusiastically jumped at the monarch during a visit to the Blue Cross Animal Hospital in 2001.
A cursty might have been more appropriate?
A passionate attitude
A passionate Queen Elizabeth loses in the 2019 Epsom Derby
The Queen was regularly photographed displaying a passionate attitude during the races.
It seems her horse didn’t do well in this case.
Wading through the mud
The Queen wades through the mud to present prizes at the Windsor Horse Show
Our former monarch showed resilience as she waded through the mud at the Windsor House Show.
She seemed displeased with the sight mud splattered her cream-colored trench coat.
Three is a crowd
Three’s a Crowd: Sarah, Duchess of York, shares a joke with Princess Diana as Queen Elizabeth looks on
When Princess Diana and Sarah, Duchess of York shared a joke at Epson Racecourse on Derby Day, the Queen was not amused.
The 1987 outing took place after Charles began his affair with Camilla.
‘Get up, Willem!’
A Royal Story: Queen Elizabeth motioned for Prince William to stand on the balcony of Buckingham Palace
You are never too old to get a compliment from your grandparent.
The monarch was seen tapping Prince William on the arm and motioning for him to stand as he crouched down to tend to the boisterous Prince George on the balcony of Buckingham Palace.
A closer examination of the moment revealed that the monarch said, “Rise, William.”
Another defeat during the races
Something in the air? The Queen seems to think so at the Royal Windsor Horse Show
The royal family’s disappointment was clearly visible at the Royal Windsor Horse Show.
Elizabeth, decked out in a tweed skirt suit and pearl jewelry, looked less than amused as she observed a race.
An unexpected revelation
Queen Elizabeth appears to quickly cover her legs with a blanket as her car door opens
During a trip to Bristol in 2012, the monarch was unprepared for her car door to open.
She hurriedly grabbed a blanket to cover her lap.
Uncertain looks
Queen Elizabeth’s sister, Princess Margret, was known for her haughty behavior
Elizabeth shared a close bond with her little sister, Princess Margaret.
But Margaret’s outspoken nature sometimes drew disapproving looks from the queen.
Better luck next time!
Queen Elizabeth wags her finger at the Newbury Race Course in 2011
Queen Elizabeth made another impassioned appearance at the Newbury Race Course in 2011.
She was seen with a stern expression and wagging her finger as her horse failed to win.
A half-hearted representation
Queen Elizabeth II, British Prime Minister Tony Blair and his wife Cherie Blair join hands for Auld Lang Syne in 1999
Excitement filled the Millennium Dome during the New Year’s celebration in 1999.
For a rendition of Auld Lang Syne, the queen joined forces with her husband, Prince Philip, and the prime minister, Tony Blair, but did not sing along.
Maintaining perfection
Elizabeth wore the same hairstyle throughout her reign, so the monarch wasn’t exactly impressed when it looked out of place
The monarch’s signature hairstyle was created shortly after her coronation in 1953.
She maintained a polished appearance throughout her reign. Only occasionally did she have to put a stray strand back into place when necessary.
Breach of royal protocol
Donald Trump broke royal protocol by running for the monarch in 2018. The frustration is clear
Donald Trump’s meeting with Queen Elizabeth in 2018 caused a stir.
The president broke royal protocol by walking in front of the monarch while the couple inspected the Guard of Honor.