Queen Elizabeth II's secret James Bond stunt in the 2012 Olympics opening ceremony was one of the best-kept secrets, with the royal family kept in the dark, according to her grandson Peter Phillips. The 2012 Olympics opening ceremony sketch featured James Bond actor Daniel Craig meeting Queen Elizabeth II in Buckingham Palace before a stunt double jumped from a helicopter into the Olympic Stadium. Tributes from world leaders and celebrities have highlighted Queen Elizabeth II's enduring legacy.
Queen Camilla said the late monarch had an unparalleled sense of duty, while former US President Barack Obama commended her combination of duty, kindness, consideration, and humor. Former Labour Prime Minister Tony Blair noted she was not just a queen but the queen, adding that we won't see her like again. Actress Helen Mirren said the Queen's sense of duty came naturally to her, and her death in 2022 left many feeling bereft.
When the clip first started we were like, 'I wonder who they’ve got playing the Queen?' And then she turned around. And we were like 'wow'. It was sheer amazement. That was one of the best-kept secrets, because literally nobody knew.
The outfit worn by Queen Elizabeth II's stunt double during the 2012 Olympics opening ceremony has been placed on display for the first time. Queen Camilla also recalled the Platinum Jubilee in February 2022 as an incredible event that cheered people up after the COVID-19 pandemic. A new BBC documentary about Queen Elizabeth II's reign airs tomorrow, featuring insights from leaders, celebrities, experts, and loved ones.
She was not a queen, but the queen. I don’t think we’ll see her like again.