Duration
60 minutes
Series Info
Season 1 Episode 6 of 8
Quick Summary
An exploration of the history of Kensington Palace
About This Program
An exploration of the history of Kensington Palace, which is currently the official London residence of the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester, the Duke and Duchess of Kent, and Prince and Princess Michael of Kent. Kate Williams also tells the tale of Elizabeth I's make-up, which was so poisonous that it would be illegal today, with her foundation made of lead and vinegar, her rouge from lead carbonate, and her lipstick from ground alabaster, with side-effects including digestive problems and respiratory issues
Secrets of the Royal Palaces broadcasts on PBS America (Freeview) at 5:55pm, Saturday, 3 January 2026.
Channel Numbers:
Freeview84
Production Details
Runtime60 mins
DirectorDan Aldridge-Neil
Cast & Crew
DA
Dan Aldridge-NeilDirector
KL
Kim LomaxDirector
LM
Luke McLaughlinDirector
SA
Sarah AgerDirector
MG
Madeleine GerryDirector
LM
Luke McLaughlinProducer
DA
Dan Aldridge-NeilProducer
MG
Madeleine GerryProducer
KL
Kim LomaxProducer
SA
Sarah AgerProducer
SS
Stuart StricksonSeries-producer
KW
Kate WilliamsPresenter
OW
Oliver WrightExecutive-producer
GK
Grace KittoSeries-producer
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