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The Prince Charles puppet was a recurring caricature latex figure on the British satirical television show Spitting Image. Aired on ITV from 1984 to 1996, the show used exaggerated physical traits and absurd scenarios to mock members of the British royal family. The puppet portrayed the then-Prince of Wales as a bumbling, detached figure with prominently enlarged ears, reflecting public fascination with his mannerisms. It served as a staple of the show's royal sketches throughout the 1980s and 1990s.
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What TV show featured the Spitting Image Prince Charles puppet?
The Prince Charles puppet was a recurring caricature figure on the British satirical television show "Spitting Image." The show used exaggerated latex puppets to mock politicians, celebrities, and members of the British royal family.
When did Spitting Image air on television?
"Spitting Image" aired on ITV from 1984 to 1996. The show was hugely popular in the UK during its run, at times attracting over 15 million viewers per episode.
What were the Spitting Image puppets made of?
The Spitting Image puppets were made from latex rubber, with exaggerated physical features designed by caricaturists including Peter Fluck and Roger Law. Each puppet was hand-sculpted to emphasize distinctive facial traits of its real-life subject.
What channel broadcast Spitting Image?
"Spitting Image" was broadcast on the ITV network in the United Kingdom. A revived version of the show later launched on the streaming platform BritBox in 2020.
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