Prince Harry made sure his family knew who his priority was while in the UK for Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral.
09.09.2022 - 20:27 / usmagazine.com
Keeping busy. Ahead of her death, Queen Elizabeth II continued to carry out more public engagements than many of the other British royals combined — even after 70 years on the throne.
The late monarch assumed the role at age 25 in 1952 following the death of her father, King George VI. Elizabeth went on to become the longest-reigning and longest-lived monarch in British history and was the longest-serving female head of state in the world.
Her Majesty, who was married to the late Prince Philip for more than 70 years, shared four children with her husband: King Charles III, Princess Anne, Prince Andrew and Prince Edward.
Charles, who was first in the line of succession before his mother’s passing, was the longest-waiting heir apparent in U.K. history and is also the oldest British monarch to ever take the throne. In 2018, Elizabeth spoke out about her eldest son eventually taking over as the next royal leader.
“It is my sincere wish that the Commonwealth will continue to offer stability and continuity for future generations – and will decide that one day the Prince of Wales will carry on the important work started by my father in 1949,” she said at a government meeting at the time. “By continuing to treasure and reinvigorate our associations and activities, I believe we will secure a safer, more prosperous and sustainable world for those who follow us, a world where the Commonwealth’s generosity of spirit can bring its gentle touch of healing and hope to all.”
Charles, for his part, added: “The modern Commonwealth has a vital role to play in building bridges between our countries, fairer societies within them and a more secure world around them.”
The queen later made headlines in February 2022 when she announced her wish for
Prince Harry made sure his family knew who his priority was while in the UK for Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral.
Queen Elizabeth II's coffin has begun it's final journey to Windsor Castle. The coffin had been Lying-in-State in at Westminster Hall since last Thursday, but was taken in procession from the Palace of Westminster to Westminster Abbey on Monday morning, where Her Majesty's state funeral service took place.Following the funeral, the coffin traveled in procession from Westminster Abbey to Wellington Arch, and then to Windsor. Once there, the coffin was placed inside the State Hearse.
Queen Elizabeth II's grandchildren paid her a touching tribute on Saturday. Prince Harry and Prince William were decked out in their full military uniforms, at the request of their father, King Charles III, alongside their cousins, standing vigil at their grandmother's coffin in Westminster Hall for 15 minutes of silence.
Queen Elizabeth II had access to one of the most impressive, priceless jewelry collections in the world — but she won’t take any of them with her. She will be laid to rest with only her most sentimental items.
The late Queen Elizabeth II’s coffin arrived in London on Tuesday, September 13, five days following her death at age 96.
The late Queen Elizabeth II’s coffin arrived in London on Tuesday, September 13, five days following her death at age 96.
Paying her respects. Princess Anne dipped down in a curtsy as she greeted Queen Elizabeth II‘s coffin on Sunday, September 11.
. Kate Middleton, who is also now the (a title passed down from the new ), was seen driving around during her time of mourning. Much like the rest of the royal family, the new princess was wearing all-black with large, circle sunglasses—probably in an attempt to give her a bit of privacy from the British press during the family's difficult time. The duchess, who did not see the former Queen before her death in Scotland, and instead stayed home with the children she shares with Prince William.
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A loss felt across the country. The U.K. is in mourning after the death of Queen Elizabeth II at age 96 — and the whole nation is coming together to pay tribute.
The Queen’s son Charles, the former Prince of Wales, is now His Majesty King Charles III.
Queen Elizabeth II died peacefully at Balmoral on Thursday afternoon.
As the reign of Queen Elizabeth II comes to an end - the start of the reign of King Charles III begins.
In an official statement, which was shared on social media, the palace confirmed that Her Majesty died on September 8, 2022, UK time.
Queen Elizabeth II, the United Kingdom’s longest-reigning monarch, has died. She was 96.
Sarah Ferguson was spotted frantically making her way back to the UK at Venice airport just hours before the Queen sadly died at Balmoral. The ex-wife of Prince Andrew had been in Italy for the Venice International Film Festival, but when news of the Queen's ill-health broke, she embarked on a return to the UK. Just hours after Sarah was pictured at the Italian airport, the Duke of York and the Wessexes were pictured arriving at Balmoral in a car being driven by Prince William.They had all flown to Aberdeen airport together on an RAF jet.
who has died aged 96.The Queen of the United Kingdom, who succeeded to the throne in 1952 aged 25, passed away today (Thursday, September 8, 2022).In a statement, Buckingham Palace said: “The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon. The King and the Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow.”Prince Charles, now His Majesty The King, said in a statement: “The death of my beloved Mother, Her Majesty The Queen, is a moment of the greatest sadness for me and all members of my family.”The late British monarch knighted many musicians and actors over the decades, including Mick Jagger, Elton John, Paul McCartney, Michael Palin and Anthony Hopkins.A statement from His Majesty The King: pic.twitter.com/AnBiyZCher— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) September 8, 2022Queen Elizabeth II celebrated her Platinum Jubilee this June, and in turn became the second longest-serving monarch in history – second to Louis XIV of France who became king at four years old.
Before the world began mourning the loss of Queen Elizabeth II, who died at 96 years old on Thursday, the monarch's closest royal family members descended upon Balmoral Castle in Scotland to pay their final respects. Newly named King Charles III, who became the reigning monarch following Queen Elizabeth's death, his wife, Camilla, and sister, Princess Anne, arrived at Balmoral early Thursday. Prince William, Prince Andrew, Prince Edward and his wife, Sophie, the Countess of Wessex arrived at the Scotland establishment around 5:00 p.m. local time. Following earlier reports of concern for Her Majesty's health, Buckingham Palace announced Queen Elizabeth's death in a statement following her immediate family's arrival at the castle. Her death was announced around 6:30 p.m.«The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon,» Buckingham Palace revealed. «The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow.»Her Majesty is survived by her children, along with eight grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Queen Elizabeth took the throne at 25 years old, and was officially crowned during a 1953 coronation ceremony at Westminster Abbey.