Charles Switzer
Multi-Media Writer/ReporterCharles Switzer is an entertainment writer and reporter who has written about film, television, popular culture, lifestyle topics, true crime, and historical analysis. His writings have appeared in Taste of Cinema, Looper, TV Overmind, ABQ Journal, and more. As a royal historian and commentator, Charles has written regularly for Royal Central and was published in his university’s academic database for his research project on the United Kingdom’s eight reigning queens throughout history. He enjoys reading and researching about the Tudor period in his free time.
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King Charles Takes No Chances: Two Doctors Join Royal Entourage on High-Stakes Australia and Samoa Visit With Ailing Monarch
King Charles III is still battling cancer, but His Majesty is 'determined' to visit his Australian subjects, and adds two doctors to his entourage for health purposes.
Meghan Markle's Verbal Flop: 'Pretentious' Remark Sparks Fury as 'Duchess Difficult's' Most Laughable Blunder Yet
Meghan Markle has been accused of many 'blunders' over the years with her 'word salad,' but her alleged latest remark 'takes the cake.'
Meghan Markle the 'Good Person?' Ex-Bodyguard Defends Duchess While Multiple Staffers Tell a Tale of Royal Terror
Meghan Markle was defended by her former bodyguard, who called her a 'good person,' even though multiple staffers accused her of bullying.
Queen Mary of Denmark Reunites With King Frederik After Split Rumors: Photos
Denmark's Queen Mary stepped out for a glitzy reception in Copenhagen with King Frederik X, leading many to wonder if Their Majesties are 'back on.'
Sussex Cold Revenge: Meghan Markle and Prince Harry 'Condemning Their Own Children' to a Life Banned from Britain and the Crown
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly ensuring their children 'are kept away' from the U.K. and the monarchy 'for the foreseeable future.'
The People's Royals: Prince William and Kate Middleton's Bold New Approach to Monarchy to Focus on Winning Hearts Across the Kingdom
Catherine, Princess of Wales and Prince William are reportedly planning to turn the British monarchy into a Princess Diana style 'people's monarchy.'
Prince George 'Dishes' on His Future: Future Monarch Wants to Become Aspiring Chef Before King as Royal Set to Ditch Military Service
Prince George could be set to become 'Chef George' as he reportedly plans to ditch customary military service before becoming 'His Majesty.'
The Duke, the Spy and the 'Alien': Russian Operative's Surreal UFO Scheme to Get Close to Prince Philip Revealed
The late Prince Philip reportedly harbored a fascination with UFOs and aliens, and even once had an aide question an 'entity' named 'Janus' who may have really been a KGB spy.
Meghan Markle Couldn't 'Soar Like Kate Middleton' — So the Crown Clipped Her Wings and Crushed Her 'Diva' Dreams
Meghan Markle reportedly had her 'diva' dreams crushed when she married into the British monarchy and discovered she ranked behind Kate, Princess of Wales.
'Frightened' But Defiant: Sarah Ferguson Vows to 'Protect Her Truth' Amid Intense Cancer Battle
Sarah, Duchess of York, got candid about her recent battles with two types of cancer, and how she vowed to 'protect her truth' amid media coverage.
Prince Harry's Fight for Taxpayer-Provided Police Protection Hits a Wall — While Taylor Swift Enjoys 'Rare' State-Funded VIP Security in London
Amid Prince Harry's 'endless' fight to reclaim his British taxpayer-funded protection, pop icon Taylor Swift got just that during a recent appearance in London.
'Ice Them Out': Royals Turn Cold Shoulder on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Securing the Monarchy's Future Without the Drama
The British royal family's senior members have 'went beyond ghosting' by 'completely icing out' Prince Harry and Meghan Markle as if they no longer exist.
Prince Andrew Exile Complete: 'Newsnight' Interview Star Confirms There's 'No Way Back' as Duke Watches TV All Day in 'Rotting' Mansion
Andrew, Duke of York, is now permanently settled into his royal exile as 'Newsnight' interview star confirms scandalous prince has 'no way back' to public life.
Exposed! Queen Camilla's Crown Comes with a Price as Clarence House Staff's Three-Word Nickname for Ex-Mistress Leaks
Queen Camilla was given a 'fitting' nickname by her staff at Clarence House, but some wonder if Her Majesty would approve of the moniker.
Queen Camilla 'Pleased' as Cancer-Stricken King Charles Skips Climate Summit
Queen Camilla's 'intense anxiety' over cancer-stricken King Charles' health got a reprieve recently as His Majesty 'wisely' decided to skip traveling to COP conference.
Failed Duchess' Hollywood Hustle: Meghan Markle's Bold Plot to Conquer Tinseltown Unveiled as Royal Scandal Simmers
Meghan Markle 'failed as a Duchess,' and is on track to do 'everything she can' to become an A-lister in Hollywood... but will it work?
Royal Plastic Panic! King Charles 'Shrieks' at Saran Wrap Leading Queen Camilla to Explain What the 'Common' Product Is to Baffled Monarch
King Charles III reportedly 'shrieked' when he first discovered the 'common' product saran wrap, leading Queen Camilla to explain the product to the eco-friendly monarch.
No Second Chances With Meghan Markle: 'Ruthless' Duchess 'Ghosts' and Severs Friendships Without Warning Causing Distress Among Inner Circle
Meghan Markle has been labeled 'ruthless' in how the Duchess 'ghosts' people when she no longer needs them.
Silent Shade: Sarah Ferguson Snubs Prince Andrew in Statement While Praising Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie Amid Health Crisis
Sarah Ferguson gave an update on her health struggles to an outlet, but failed to thank her ex-husband, Prince Andrew, with whom she has been living with since 2008.
Queen Elizabeth's Last Word for Meghan Markle: 'Out of Character' Remark Stunned Balmoral Castle Insiders Weeks Before Beloved Monarch's Death
The late Queen Elizabeth II reportedly summarized her thoughts on Meghan Markle with one grim and blunt word weeks before she died in September 2022.
Kate Middleton's Sussex Change of Heart: Future Queen 'Would Never Forgive' Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Since Both 'Have Done Enough' Damage to Crown
Despite reported attempts with Prince Harry, Kate, Princess of Wales, would ultimately 'never forgive' her brother-in-law and Meghan Markle due to things they said about her.
Prince Harry's Power Play: Rebel Duke's South African Trip Success Sparks 'Very Dangerous' Trouble for King Charles and Queen Camilla's Monarchy
Prince Harry's two-week long solo trips to NYC, London and South Africa, have won praise, which could spell bad news in the PR department for King Charles III's Crown.
Shocking Princess Diana Confession: Late Royal Once 'Praised' Queen Camilla for 'Loyal and Discrete' King Charles Affair
Princess Diana once paid Queen Camilla 'a compliment' of sorts by sharing how she appreciated the former mistress conducting a 'discrete' affair with then-Prince Charles.
Princess Anne's Regal Side-Eye: 'Hardworking Royals' Subtle 'I Told You So' About Meghan Markle Praised as 'Spot On'
Anne, Princess Royal, reportedly felt that Meghan Markle would have a "short shelf life" within the monarchy in what became an 'I told you so' moment for HRH.
A Brief Royal Blackout: Late Queen Elizabeth Left 'Sitting in the Dark' Thanks to Butler Error as Aides 'Left Scrambling' to Fix Blunder
According to former royal footman, Steven Kaye, the late Queen Elizabeth II was once left 'sitting in the dark' as he and other aides 'scrambled' to find candles.
'No Power to Evict': All Talk and 'No Bite' King Charles Cannot Defy the Crown Estate's Decision on Prince Andrew's Royal Lodge Residency
King Charles III has been characterized as all talk and 'no bite' as monarch cannot overrule the Crown Estate to outright evict Prince Andrew.
'Deplorable' Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Slammed as Nothing But 'Bloodletting Royals' Quick to 'Cash-in' on Perks
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle took a verbal smackdown from two veteran royal media specialists that saw the Montecito pair slammed as 'bloodletting royals.'
No U.K. Comeback for Meghan Markle: Kate Middleton 'Dilemma' Seals 'Duchess Difficult's' Fate in Charles III's Kingdom 'for Good'
Meghan Markle's possible return to the royal family, either for good or 'simply a visit,' has run into a huge 'dilemma' revolving around Catherine, Princess of Wales.
Prince Andrew Eviction Date Set: Deadline Looms for Disgraced Duke to Exit Royal Lodge Unless 'Millions' Are Paid in Mansion Repairs
Andrew, Duke of York, is in 'panic mode' now that the Crown Estate has 'sided with King Charles' to kick the 'disgrace' out of the Royal Lodge.
Tables Turned on Sussexes: Prince William Ex-Aide Explosive Tell-All Threatens to Expose Prince Harry and 'Duchess Difficult' Meghan Markle
Royal Kids Want Answers: Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis 'Likely Asking Questions' About Prince Harry After 'Megxit'
Princes George and Louis and Princess Charlotte are 'likely asking questions' about their uncle, Prince Harry, and 'Megxit.'
Kate Middleton Throws in the Towel: Future Queen No Longer 'Peacemaker' Between Princes William and Harry as Meghan Markle Is to Blame
Catherine, Princess of Wales, is not playing 'peacemaker' with feuding Princes William and Harry any longer, and reportedly admits Meghan Markle is wholly to blame.
Sussex Rescue 'Fail': Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson Admits to 'Pathetic Attempt' at Keeping Meghan Markle and Prince Harry in Britain
Ex-prime minister Boris Johnson spilled how he 'failed' to prevent 'Megxit' in 2020, including having a private phone call with Prince Harry to dissuade wayward Duke.
The Crown's 'New Approach': Prince William and Kate Middleton Want an 'Openness' Style of Monarchy Focused on the 'Human Condition'
Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales, are said to want a more 'open' and 'accessible' British royal family when they take the reins.
Prince Harry Soars Solo: Duke 'Knows He's Better on His Own' as Royal Rebel and Meghan Markle 'Avoid' Professional Appearances Together
Harry, Duke of Sussex, reportedly 'knows' he is a jollier person when 'on his own' without 'succubus' Meghan Markle.
Royal Wings of Sorrow: Prince William's Pilot Plans for Prince George Serve as a 'Sad Reminder' of Prince Harry's Distant Relationship with His Nephew
Harry, Duke of Sussex, is reportedly 'sad' that he will not see Prince George grow up and take up his passion of piloting.
Denmark's Queen Mary Sizzles in Brazil — But Has King Frederik Been Left Out in the Cold?
Denmark's Queen Mary is representing her nation on a four-day Brazilian tour, and causing a fashion sensation all without King Frederik by her side.
Penthouse Dreams, Shaky 'Foundation': Meghan Markle's American Riviera Orchard Brand Called Out for Glossy Facade With No Substance
Meghan Markle's American Rivera Orchard was criticized by a royal expert for lacking substance with no 'foundation.'
Late Queen Elizabeth Would Have Been 'Disappointed' With 'Megxit' Plan as Prince Harry 'Disrespected Her Wishes'
Queen Elizabeth II's instructions for 2020's 'Megxit,' which Prince Harry reportedly ignored, would have 'disappointed' Her late Majesty.
Regal and Relatable: Queen Camilla's Grandkids 'Utterly Adore' King Charles and Have the Sweetest Nickname for Monarch
King Charles III is called 'Grandpa Wales' by his royal grandchildren, but his step-grandkids prefer to call His Majesty by a more peculiar nickname.
Denmark's Queen Mary Hits Up Sunny Brazil During Solo Trip Abroad — But Where's King Frederik?
Queen Mary of Denmark decided to take a tour of Brazil for fun in the sun, but left King Frederik X behind.
Prince William's Voice for Victory: Future King Got Hoarse Cheering on Aston Villa to 'Historic Win' Over Bayern Munich 42 Years After Last Epic Showdown
William, Prince of Wales, let it all out during an enthusiastic screaming session for Aston Villa's 'historic' win against Bayern Munich.
Kate Middleton's Wild Pub Confession About Prince William's Engagement — And the Family Reactions She Never Saw Coming
Before she became a royal, Kate Middleton decided to tell her siblings about her engagement to Prince William in a local pub.
Camilla Is the 'Backbone' of the British Throne: Queen Blocked King Charles' Hopes for Reconciliation With Prince Harry During Recent London Trip
Queen Camilla is reportedly starting to 'add some backbone to the throne' by blocking King Charles' hopes to reconcile with Prince Harry during the rebel Duke's recent trip.
Meghan Markle Gives 2 'Non-Negotiable' Demands to End Rift With Prince William and Kate Middleton — But Will They Bow to 'Duchess Difficult?'
Meghan Markle reportedly has two demands that must be met before she would consider ending her feud with Prince William and Kate, Princess of Wales.
From Palace to Purpose: Prince Harry 'Does Not Want His Royal Life Back' — But Is Ready to 'Recover His Reputation'
Harry, Duke of Sussex, reportedly has no interest in being a working senior royal again, but is interested in pursuing one aspect of his former life.
'In Awe of What She Does': James Middleton Says Sister Kate Is the 'Same Person I Grew Up With'
James Middleton spoke about his elder sister, Catherine, Princess of Wales, and her extraordinary public life.
The Bracelet That Broke Princess Diana's Heart: Prince Charles' Betrothed Saw 'Camilla Signs' Just Weeks Before Royal Wedding
Diana, Princess of Wales, once found a bracelet weeks before her wedding to then-Prince Charles that he had wrapped and ready to send to his mistress, Camilla Parker-Bowles.
Time to Mend Fences? Prince Harry Advised to 'Go and See' Kate Middleton and End 'Pathetic Royal Warfare' Once and for All
Prince Harry and Kate, Princess of Wales, are rumored to have spoken recently, which has some analysts advising the Duke to 'go and see' his sister-in-law to end the family rift.
David Beckham's New Royal Teammate: Prince William Leaves Meghan Markle and Prince Harry 'Upset' as Future King Bonds With Sports Star
David Beckham's meeting with Prince William on Tuesday, October 1, is said to have left Prince Harry and Meghan Markle 'upset,' since both are 'on the outs' with the sports star.