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The Queen included clip of first televised broadcast in 1957 in this year's speech
Fans suggested monarch saw Claire Foy create historic speech in The Crown
One commented: 'Nice of the Queen to reference Claire Foy like that'

By Emily Chan For Mailonline

Published: 13:02 EST, 27 December 2017 | Updated: 16:53 EST, 27 December 2017

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The Queen's first ever televised Christmas message features in series two of Netflix series The Crown.

And now, royal fans believe the 91-year-old monarch referenced the popular drama in her annual speech this year - suggesting that she really has watched the programme.

Follow this year's address, social media users questioned whether the Queen included a clip of her first televised broadcast because she'd seen actress Claire Foy re-create the historic moment on TV.

One wrote 'Do you think the queen put that wee clip in cause she watched it on #thecrown'?

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Royal fans believe the Queen may have referenced Netflix drama The Crown in this year's Christmas speech

A clip of the monarch's first televised Christmas Day broadcast in 1957 was shown during her address to the nation

Another commented: 'Nice of the Queen to reference Claire Foy like that #TheCrown #QueensSpeech'.

At the start of this year's address, the Queen said: 'Sixty years ago today, a young woman spoke about the speed of technological change as she presented the first television broadcast of its kind. She described the moment as a landmark.'

A clip of the monarch's first televised Christmas Day broadcast in 1957 was then shown, in which she said: 'Television has made it possible for many of you to see me in your homes on Christmas Day.

'My own family often gather round to watch television as they are at this moment, and that is how I imagine you now.'

The historic moment was re-created by actress Claire Foy in season two of The Crown (pictured)

Social media users questioned whether the Queen decided to include the clip after seeing it being re-created on the drama

Moving back to the present day, the Queen joked: 'Six decades on, the presenter has 'evolved' somewhat, as has the technology she described.'

The question of whether the monarch has watched The Crown is under debate, after it was suggested that Prince Edward and the Countess of Wessex encouraged her to watch series one of the Netflix drama.

A source told the Express at the time: 'Edward and Sophie love The Crown. It has been a longstanding arrangement that they drive to Windsor at the weekend to join the Queen for an informal supper while watching TV or a film.

One fan of the programme wrote on Twitter: 'Queen's speech or The Crown Season 2?'

Others said they were watching the Queen's speech for the first time because of the show

'They have a Netflix account and urged her to watch it with them. Happily, she really liked it, although obviously there were some depictions of events that she found too heavily dramatised.'

Responding to the rumours, actress Claire Foy has previously said: 'I will believe it when I see it is all I'll say.'

Meanwhile, Prince Philip is not believed to have watched the drama, having reportedly told a dinner guest 'Don't be ridiculous' after being asked whether he'd seen it.

Netflix drama The Crown is based on the Queen's reign and stars Claire Foy (right) as the monarch and Matt Smith (left) as Prince Philip

The question of whether the Queen and Philip have seen the programme is under debate, after the Duke of Edinburgh dismissed the suggestion he'd watched it as 'ridiculous'

The Queen's speech in full

Sixty years ago today, a young woman spoke about the speed of technological change as she presented the first television broadcast of its kind. She described the moment as a landmark.

Six decades on, the presenter has 'evolved' somewhat, as has the technology she described. Back then, who could have imagined that people would one day be watching this on laptops and mobile phones – as some of you are today. But I'm also struck by something that hasn't changed. That, whatever the technology, many of you will be watching this at home.

We think of our homes as places of warmth, familiarity and love; of shared stories and memories, which is perhaps why at this time of year so many return to where they grew up. There is a timeless simplicity to the pull of home.

For many, the idea of 'home' reaches beyond a physical building – to a home town or city. This Christmas, I think of London and Manchester, whose powerful identities shone through over the past twelve months in the face of appalling attacks. In Manchester, those targeted included children who had gone to see their favourite singer. A few days after the bombing, I had the privilege of meeting some of the young survivors and their parents.

I describe that hospital visit as a 'privilege' because the patients I met were an example to us all, showing extraordinary bravery and resilience. Indeed, many of those who survived the attack came together just days later for a benefit concert. It was a powerful reclaiming of the ground, and of the city those young people call home.

We expect our homes to be a place of safety – 'sanctuary' even – which makes it all the more shocking when the comfort they provide is shattered. A few weeks ago, The Prince of Wales visited the Caribbean in the aftermath of hurricanes that destroyed entire communities. And here in London, who can forget the sheer awfulness of the Grenfell Tower fire?

Our thoughts and prayers are with all those who died and those who lost so much; and we are indebted to members of the emergency services who risked their own lives, this past year, saving others. Many of them, of course, will not be at home today because they are working, to protect us.

Reflecting on these events makes me grateful for the blessings of home and family, and in particular for 70 years of marriage. I don't know that anyone had invented the term platinum' for a 70th wedding anniversary when I was born. You weren't expected to be around that long. Even Prince Philip has decided it's time to slow down a little – having, as he economically put it, 'done his bit'. But I know his support and unique sense of humour will remain as strong as ever, as we enjoy spending time this Christmas with our family and look forward to welcoming new members into it next year.

In 2018 I will open my home to a different type of family: the leaders of the fifty-two nations of the Commonwealth, as they gather in the UK for a summit. The Commonwealth has an inspiring way of bringing people together, be it through the Commonwealth Games – which begin in a few months' time on Australia's Gold Coast – or through bodies like the Commonwealth Youth Orchestra & Choir: a reminder of how truly vibrant this international family is.

Today we celebrate Christmas, which itself is sometimes described as a festival of the home. Families travel long distances to be together. Volunteers and charities, as well as many churches, arrange meals for the homeless and those who would otherwise be alone on Christmas Day. We remember the birth of Jesus Christ whose only sanctuary was a stable in Bethlehem. He knew rejection, hardship and persecution; and yet it is Jesus Christ's generous love and example which has inspired me through good times and bad.

Whatever your own experiences this year; wherever and however you are watching, I wish you a peaceful and very happy Christmas.