LONDON, Dec. 25 (UPI) -- Tom Hughes is to play Prince Albert to Jenna Coleman's Queen Victoria in ITV's upcoming, eight-part, historical drama Victoria.
Hughes is known for his work in The Game, Dancing on the Edge and Silk. He will make his first appearance on 2016's Victoria in the third episode.
"Albert was described by one contemporary as the handsomest prince in Europe. We are very lucky to have Tom Hughes to play this complex and charismatic character, often called the greatest king we never had," the program's writer and executive producer Daisy Goodwin said in a statement.
"I'm delighted to be part of this project. Victoria and Albert's story is one that not only had a lasting impact on this country's history, but also provides a rich depth of material to create an engaging and powerful series," Hughes added. "An historically informative, political, passionate love story. One that still feels relevant to modern life. Something that Daisy has captured perfectly with her scripts."
