Hours after it was announced that LaFlamme would be joining CityNews as a special correspondent covering the death of Queen Elizabeth II in Britain, she has already released her first video covering the historic moment. Mourning Her Majesty @CityNewsTO pic.twitter.com/5BVis2Q7x1 — Lisa LaFlamme (@LisaLaFlamme_) September 9, Speaking to the camera with her iconic gray locks in front of a crowd at the Queen’s official residence in London, LaFlamme announced her return. “Hello everyone, I’m here at Buckingham Palace where you can see the thousands of people who are forced to be here, bringing flowers, putting them at the gates,” he says. She quickly recounts her last visit to the Palace in June, marking Elizabeth’s 70 years on the throne. “The last time I was here, of course, the Queen was on that balcony as millions of people filled them all to celebrate her Platinum Jubilee.” Concluding the 55-second clip, LaFlamme officially announces her new gig to the public and for the first time on camera. “I’m here to cover this as a special post for CityNews, and I’m truly honored to be able to reflect on the legacy of this remarkable woman I’ve admired all my life.” Posted less than half an hour ago, the video has been viewed over 10k times and growing by the second. Comments on her video show positive feedback, welcoming LaFlamme back to the news. “So wonderful to see you on TV again on this sad occasion of Queen Elizabeth’s passing. But you have the compassion and professionalism to do this better,” read one.
