
Inside King Charles’ “new era” monarchy as unseen royal moments, media strategy and surprising traditions revealed
Published: March 21, 2026
Duration: 9:14
A new book from royal photographer Chris Jackson offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at how the monarchy is evolving under King Charles the Third. Jackson, who has spent more than two decades documenting the Royal Family, says “we have entered a new era,” pointing to a more modern and flexible approach compared to the reign of Queen Elizabeth.
He highlights subtle but telling changes — including a coronation balcony photo taken from behind the King and Queen, a perspective that “would never have been allowed” before — as evidence of a shift in how the institution presents itself.
That evolution is...
He highlights subtle but telling changes — including a coronation balcony photo taken from behind the King and Queen, a perspective that “would never have been allowed” before — as evidence of a shift in how the institution presents itself.
That evolution is...