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Paddington Bear joins Queen Elizabeth II for tea at Buckingham Palace

Paddington and the queen have more in common than you might think. The two always keep a marmalade sandwich hidden away ... for emergencies.
Queen Elizabeth II shows off a marmalade sandwich in a video with Paddington Bear shown during the Platinum Party At The Palace at Buckingham Palace on June 4.

Sporting his iconic blue duffle coat, Paddington Bear sat down with Queen Elizabeth II for tea at Buckingham Palace as part

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