In a candid revelation, a former royal staff member has shared the unforgettable moment they accidentally swore in front of the late Queen Elizabeth II – and lived to tell the tale.
The ex-employee, who worked closely with the royal family, recounted the incident during a recent interview, describing it as both "hilarious and horrifying."
The Royal Faux Pas
"I was assisting with an event at Buckingham Palace when something went wrong," they explained. "Without thinking, I muttered a loud 'Oh, f***!' – only to realise Her Majesty was standing right behind me."
The Queen, known for her impeccable composure, reportedly paused before responding with perfect dry wit: "I do hope that wasn't directed at me."
The Aftermath
"I wanted the ground to swallow me whole," the staffer admitted. "But to my amazement, she simply smiled and carried on. That was the Queen – always graceful, even when faced with someone's mortifying slip-up."
The incident, while embarrassing at the time, has since become a cherished memory for the former employee, who describes it as proof of the late monarch's legendary sense of humour.
A Rare Glimpse Behind Palace Walls
This amusing anecdote offers a rare glimpse into the human side of royal life, showing that even in the most formal settings, unexpected moments of levity can occur.
The staff member concluded: "It's a story I'll never forget – my accidental swear word and the Queen's brilliant response. It just shows that beneath the crown was a woman with wonderful wit and understanding."
