Jenna Bush Hager Explains Why She Believes Queen Elizabeth's Death Was a 'Surprise' to Royal Family

the queen’s death on Sept. 8.On Thursday, however, the Royal Collection Trust announced that the castle’s grounds had reopened to visitors — but their usual ticket prices would not be waived for visitors wanting to pay their respects to the late monarch.

Jenna Bush Hager has become one of the most beloved members of the Today Show family for her candid nature and bubbly personality.MORE: Jenna Bush Hager wears figure-hugging dress and strappy heels for late night television appearanceHowever, she found fame long before that when she became the country's first daughter after her father, George W.

Millions around the world have paid their respects following the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, as Britain’s longest reigning monarch was officially laid to rest earlier this month. It marked a significant milestone in British history, with magazines and newspapers worldwide covering the emotional mourning period.

The world is getting ready to say goodbye to Queen Elizabeth.

Jenna Bush Hager believes Queen Elizabeth's passing came as a shock to the royal family. The 40-year-old author - who is the daughter of former US President George W Bush - was preparing to interview Queen Consort Camilla in Scotland when news filtered through of the queen's poor health, and Jenna believes that it took the royals by surprise. Recalling having dinner with King Charles while his wife was delayed on a flight, Jenna shared: "It was a lovely meal … We had a wonderful evening filled with conversation that felt joyful … so I think this was sort of a surprise.

death of Queen Elizabeth II — and viewers are blasting the choice on Twitter.Oliver, 45, opened the HBO show — which took home two 2022 Emmys at Monday night’s awards ceremony — with a joke about the President of Chile, and then said: “But obviously, we need to start with the UK, which is clearly still reeling from the shocking death of a 96-year-old woman from natural causes.”The British comedian went on to joke about the bizarre group of people who paid tribute to the Queen.“It is a big moment which for some reason absolutely everyone felt that they had to weigh in on from Crazy Frog, which tweeted out ‘RIP the Queen’ [and a] candle emoji…to Dominos UK which posted, ‘Everyone at Domino’s joins the nation and the world in mourning the death of Queen Elizabeth II. Our thoughts and condolences are with the Royal Family.’”“Which I guess is nice although if the world is mourning they should maybe tell the US Domino’s account whose most recent tweet as of this taping is ‘if ur reading this it means u need pizza like to confirm.’” Oliver continued.

K.J. Yossman U.K. viewers have taken to Twitter to lambast Comcast-owned network Sky for apparently cutting two jokes related to Queen Elizabeth II in the local broadcast of “Last Week Tonight With John Oliver.” In HBO’s broadcast, which aired on Sunday night in the U.S., Oliver opens with a joke about the President of Chile before saying: “But obviously, we need to start with the U.K., which is clearly still reeling from the shocking death of a 96-year-old woman from natural causes,” which is followed by laughter. Oliver continues: “It is a big moment which for some reason absolutely everyone felt that they had to weigh in on from [Swedish CGI dance music act] Crazy Frog, which tweeted out ‘RIP the Queen’ [and a] candle emoji – a tweet that’s impossible to read without mentally adding [Crazy Frog’s dance music] – to Dominos U.K. which posted, ‘Everyone at Domino’s joins the nation and the world in mourning the death of Queen Elizabeth II. Our thoughts and condolences are with the Royal Family.’”

Sharing their grief. Fans of the British royal family have been encouraged to send written condolences in the wake of Queen Elizabeth II‘s death.

Behind every great ruler is a great dog, and Queen Elizabeth II knew that better than anyone. 

King Charles III has paid tribute to his mother Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in his first address to the nation following her death on Thursday 8 September. Pledging his duty to a life of service as the head of the British monarch in a televised speech, Charles, 73, said: "Throughout her life, Her Majesty The Queen – my beloved Mother – was an inspiration and example to me and to all my family, and we owe her the most heartfelt debt any family can owe to their mother.” The King paid tribute to his family members, including sons William and Harry and their wives, Kate and Meghan.The King credited his son and heir, William, Prince of Wales adding: “With Catherine beside him, our new Prince and Princess of Wales will, I know, continue to inspire and lead our national conversations, helping to bring the marginal to the centre ground where vital help can be given.” He wished to “express my love for Harry and Meghan as they continue to build their lives overseas”.The King ended his address by saying: “To my darling Mama, as you begin your last great journey to join my dear late Papa, I want simply to say this: thank you.Thank you for your love and devotion to our family and to the family of nations you have served so diligently all these years.

paid his respects to Queen Elizabeth Thursday, months after the duo participated in a heartwarming skit for the late monarch’s Platinum Jubilee in June.Paddington and Elizabeth warmed the hearts of all in a hilarious afternoon-tea sketch where they bonded over their love of marmalade sandwiches.“Thank you Ma’am, for everything,” tweeted the bear.The sketch, which kick-started the festival on June 4, shows Paddington and Elizabeth sitting down to a nice cup of tea before the bear guzzles down nearly all of the beverage before serving the monarch only a few drops. Paddington then offers Elizabeth a marmalade sandwich he had stored in his hat “just in case.” “So do I,” she replies, taking out a sandwich from her iconic handbag.

An emotional visit. Prince Harry touched down in London one day after the death of his grandmother Queen Elizabeth II.

The Bank of England has reassured consumers that current bank notes featuring a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II will continue to be legal tender. However, a further announcement regarding notes, most-likely featuring King Charles III, will be made once the period of mourning has been observed following the Queen's death.

Tributes have poured in from across Perth and Kinross after Buckingham Palace announced the passing of HM Queen Elizabeth II.

Queen Elizabeth's death has brought an end to a record-breaking reign. The 96-year-old monarch passed away at her Balmoral estate on Thursday (08. 09.

The death of Britain's longest-serving monarch has instantly triggered changes that are likely to take getting used to as the Queen has been a permanent and unfaltering figure in the lives of generations. Queen Elizabeth II died, aged 96, on Thursday afternoon (September 8).