“Discovering Queen Elizabeth’s Playful Nature: Insights by Samantha Cohen”

Samantha Cohen, a former assistant to Queen Elizabeth, claims that the late monarch, who died in September 2022 at the age of 96, was well-known for her lighthearted and laid-back personality. Samantha provided fascinating insights into the Queen’s personality over her 17-year tenure as press secretary and then assistant private secretary.

An Empress with a Dry Afro

Samantha characterised Queen Elizabeth as having “no ego,” being totally at ease in her own skin, and being surprisingly happy when official engagements didn’t go as expected. Samantha recounted incidents such as a cake that failed to cut correctly or a plaque that failed to uncover, which made the Queen laugh since it gave the perfectly planned ceremonies a surprising element.

Accepting Modernity

Queen Elizabeth was a modern tech aficionado despite her traditional role. Samantha disclosed that the Queen was eager to start a YouTube channel dedicated to the royal family. “Fantastic!” was how the Queen exclaimed excitedly when she saw a mock-up of the channel.

Royal Fashion Pioneer

It wasn’t all talk about the Queen’s interest in technology. Samantha noted that she was shocked that the Queen had adopted YouTube before them and that she had received calls from prominent organisations, including the White House and the Vatican.

Individual Relationship

Samantha talked about her happy memories of her time with the Queen, emphasising how often they spoke and how upbeat the Queen was. Samantha was invited to join the royal family on vacations in Balmoral and Sandringham, and she even had her own room at Windsor Castle.

Treasured Moments

Samantha’s trips to Australia in 2002 and 2011 with the Queen were among her most treasured memories. These journeys, replete with unforgettable meetings and events, highlighted the Queen’s lasting influence and allure.

Later Times

Samantha changed to become a private secretary to a couple who were well-known for their demand for privacy in 2018 at the Queen’s request. Despite rumours that she resigned in 2019 over allegations of abuse, Samantha declined to provide any details.

Samantha looked back with nostalgia on her tenure as the late monarch’s assistant private secretary and treasured the happy and rewarding times she had spent working with her.