Best daytime TV ever

Whilst The Guardian gritted its teeth as the Diamond Jubilee was celebrated by vast crowds, I think everyone else had a good time as the monarchy reaffirmed its position in society and the Queen became ever more an enduring icon.  Astonishing to think where they were in 1997 when the tabloids despicably shifted the blame from themselves on to the royal family in the wake of Diana’s death (the value of wearing seatbelts).  The royals for their part seem to have forgiven the BBC for Martin Bashir’s interview with Diana in 1995, awarding it the lion’s share of the coverage of the events.  ITV tried to squeeze in on the act for the carriage procession to Buckingham Palace today but it was a little pathetic, like it was pushing its nose up against the BBC window.  There was even a toe-curling moment as Gemma Samuels lost her place in the intercession prayers – you could hear a pin drop in St Paul’s Cathedral.  The past three days have been great on the TV (it was warmer with better views).