Who played the Queen Mother in Seasons 1 and 2 of The Crown?

Victoria Hamilton played Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother in seasons 1 and 2 of The Crown. Her performance covers the Queen Mother's life during the early years of Elizabeth II's reign.

The Queen Mother was the widow of King George VI and the mother of Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Margaret. In the series' opening seasons, Hamilton portrays her as an important figure in the royal household, balancing family loyalty, tradition, and the demands placed on the new monarch.

The role changed hands as the timeline advanced. Marion Bailey played the Queen Mother in seasons 3 and 4, while Marcia Warren portrayed her in seasons 5 and 6. This is why viewers may remember another actor in the same role. Hamilton is also known for television, film, and stage work beyond The Crown.