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According to the British "Independent" report, at the 2022 Emmy Awards ceremony held on the 12th local time in the United States, The British screenwriter Jesse Armstrong of the film and television drama "Battle of Succession" said in his speech, "We got a little more votes than Prince Charles", which caused some viewers to be dissatisfied. On social media, armstrong was shouted, "Never set foot on British soil again".
According to reports, "Battle of Succession" revolves around the power struggle of the roy family of international media giants, winning three awards at the 2022 Emmy Awards, namely Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series (winner Matthew McFaedden), Best Screenplay in a Drama Series, and Best Drama Series. According to The Independent, Armstrong made the remarks when he received the award for Best Drama Series in the Drama category.
He said on stage: "It's a big week about 'succession', the UK has a new king and so are we (with the awards)." Obviously, we got a little more vote than Prince Charles. The Independent said Armstrong's words made some of the audience at the awards venue uncomfortable, and Brian Cox, an actor for "Battle of Succession", who was also on the stage, reminded him to "maintain monarchism" . After being interrupted, Armstrong continued: "I'm not saying that our status is more legitimate than his, we'll leave the issue to others." ”
According to reports, Elizabeth II died on September 8 local time at the age of 96, and Charles III, 73, automatically succeeded to the throne. In Charles III's first speech, he committed to serving Britain for life.
Armstrong's remarks have also sparked controversy on social media such as Twitter, with some netizens holding negative views. Someone commented: "Well, this sentence – 10% is political, 10% is humorous, and 80% is embarrassing - overturned."
Others slammed: "They'd better stay in California and never set foot on British soil again." Long live the King. ”
Someone else said, "I'm sorry to hear that, I loved Battle of Succession." ”
Someone simply told Armstrong to "shut up."
On the other hand, there are also some netizens who support Armstrong's claim. Someone asked, "Isn't he right?" How there are so many people in the comments bar who look offended. ”
Someone applauded him: "To be fair, even if it's a joke, he speaks to the minds of many silent people in Britain who would prefer an elected head of state, a head of state who pays taxes like the rest of us." ”