Listen, let's dive into something that's been buzzing in the entertainment world. Netflix's hit series, The Crown, is about to take a major leap forward in time for Season 3. That means Claire Foy, who has been the face of Queen Elizabeth II for the last two seasons, is passing the royal baton to Olivia Colman. But before you start feeling sad, hear me out—this isn’t necessarily a permanent farewell.

Now, Claire, who's only 34, and her co-star Matt Smith, who played Prince Philip, are making it clear: they're not ruling out a return. "Matt and I have told the team... we'll come back if you'll have us," Claire said in an interview with Life & Style. And honestly, who wouldn't want them back? Their chemistry on screen was nothing short of magical.

Even though Claire can't reclaim the role from Olivia, there's still the potential for flashbacks. "I would absolutely return to film flashback scenes," Claire admitted. "It would be a real joy to step back into those shoes." Let’s face it, saying goodbye to the show that brought her a Golden Globe hasn't been easy for Claire. But sometimes stepping back is what allows us to appreciate the journey even more.

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Olivia Colman Steps Into Big Shoes

On the other side of this transition, Olivia Colman is stepping into some pretty large shoes. "She's f–king amazing, and it's a tough act to follow," Olivia gushed about Claire. "They — the people, the grown-ups — put us in touch so I could ask her about it, and she was just wonderful. She's one of the sweetest people ever and she’s brilliant." Olivia went on to explain that watching the first season was pure bliss because she had no idea she'd be following in Claire's footsteps.

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Claire's Farewell Thoughts

Claire has been upfront about knowing her time on the show was limited. "I always knew from the get-go that I was only going to be doing two seasons. I’m just incredibly grateful for the incredible experience of playing that role and making lifelong friends," Claire confessed before Season 2 premiered. Despite the inevitable separation, Claire admitted to Life & Style, "I’m going to miss my friends on the show. It’s been such a huge part of my life." And honestly, who could blame her?

So as we gear up to see Olivia take on The Crown, it's hard not to feel a little nostalgic for Claire. But hey, change is a part of life, and it’s what keeps things fresh and exciting. Here's hoping Olivia does the role justice and maybe, just maybe, we'll see Claire back in those iconic gowns someday.