Dominic West, star of “The Crown,” claims that he only resembles King Charles “from behind.”

Actor Dominic West discusses his transformation into King Charles in a Netflix interview. According to West, the only angle from which he resembles Charles “is from behind because the hair is just amazing.” The actor continued, saying that after playing the now King, he feels “such great sympathy” for him. Morning Brew is read by more than 3 million people; you should too! Thank you for registering! Actor Dominic West of “The Crown” acknowledges in a recently leaked Netflix interview that he only resembles King Charles III “from behind.” How Dominic West Became Prince Charles is a video that features West talking openly about his Season 5 role.

In the upcoming season of the popular Netflix series, West is slated to play the then-Prince. Prince Charles was formerly portrayed by actor Josh O’Connor in seasons 3 and 4.

The actor in the Netflix video admitted: “I was almost in despair, you know, how was I going to achieve the physique of this guy.” He added: “The only time I really look like Charles is from behind, because the hair is just beautiful.”

Because of how different he and King Charles seem from one another, West told Entertainment Weekly in October 2022 said he almost declined the part. According to West’s account to EW, “I said, “You’ve got the wrong guy, I don’t look anything like him.”

He acknowledged that O’Connor left some rather big shoes to fill for the post in the same interview. He told Entertainment Weekly, “I was quite aware of Josh’s tremendous performance and his amazing achievement and thought it was a bit of a hiding to nothing to try to match that.”

West discussed his feelings for King Charles III and that time in his life in his interview with Netflix. He added, “I feel such profound compassion with Charles because he doesn’t get much appreciation, especially when he’s standing next to Diana.”

Prince Charles and Princess Diana’s turbulent marriage and divorce will take center stage in season 5 of “The Crown.”

Actress Elizabeth Debicki also discussed her transformation into Princess Diana