Julie Andrews, 90, Won't Return for 'Princess Diaries 3'

Julie Andrews has confirmed that she will not reprise her role as Queen Clarisse Renaldi in the upcoming third installment of The Princess Diaries. The 90-year-old actress cited her retirement and the fact that the story now belongs to Anne Hathaway's character, Mia Thermopolis, as reasons for her decision.

The Princess Diaries 3 will be directed by Adele Lim and will see Anne Hathaway reprise her role as Mia Thermopolis, Queen of Genovia. The original Princess Diaries film was released in 2001, followed by The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement in 2004.

Julie Andrews has not acted on screen in years, but has taken various voice roles in movies and television series such as Bridgerton, where she narrates as Lady Whistledown. She has stated that she enjoys this type of work as it allows her to record her lines from home and keep her brain active.

## Why it matters The Princess Diaries franchise has been a beloved and iconic part of many people's childhoods, and the news of Julie Andrews' non-involvement in the third installment may come as a disappointment to fans. However, Andrews' decision to retire from on-screen acting and focus on other projects, such as writing children's books with her daughter Emma Walton Hamilton, is a testament to her dedication to her craft and her desire to explore new creative avenues.

The third installment of The Princess Diaries is currently in development, with Adele Lim at the helm. As the story moves forward, it will be interesting to see how the franchise evolves without Julie Andrews' character, Queen Clarisse Renaldi. Andrews has expressed her enthusiasm for the project and her confidence in the creative team, stating that she thinks the film will flourish without her involvement.

## What happens next As the production of The Princess Diaries 3 moves forward, fans can expect to see Anne Hathaway reprise her role as Mia Thermopolis, Queen of Genovia. With Adele Lim directing, the film is likely to bring a fresh perspective to the franchise, while still maintaining the charm and wit that has made The Princess Diaries a beloved classic. Julie Andrews, meanwhile, will continue to focus on her writing and voice work, leaving behind a legacy as one of the most iconic actresses of our time.