“Duty, sex and sorrow.” The cast describe Victoria Series 2 ahead of its royal return. Tonight 9.05pm, ITV. | ITV Studios Drama

Prince Albert's troubled past fueled his determination for a virtuous marriage with Victoria. Their passion and morality delighted the nation. Victoria found joy in Albert and the pleasures of marriage. Have you ever seen a couple like this? #royalty #marriage #history #love #Victoria #Albert | Real Royalty

She was a queen. He was her peace. 👑❤️ When Queen Victoria met Prince Albert, it wasn’t politics — it was love that shaped an empire. Together, they built the Victorian Era — an age of innovation, beauty, and devotion. But when Albert died young, Victoria never recovered. She wore black for forty years and was buried beside him — her wedding veil in her coffin. A love that crowned an empire… and outlived the throne. 🎥 Watch the full story — Victoria & Albert: The Love That Changed the Crown #S

Queen Victoria fell in love and decided to marry Prince Albert after only four days. But as queen, she had to propose to him, a second son in Germany. On October 15, 1839, she summoned Albert and declared she would be happy if he consented to her wish. Have you ever defied expectations? #QueenVictoria #RoyalProposal #PrinceAlbert #History #LoveStory | Real Royalty