Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's longest-reigning monarch and head of state for 69 years, passed away at the age of 96 at Balmoral in Scotland. According to the statement of the Buckingham Palace: "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."
After doctors expressed fresh concern, Prince Charles and Prince William went to Scotland today and were present by the Queen's side. Today, ten days of national mourning will begin, while the royal households will observe the mourning for 30 days.
The sad news came 517 days after the death of the Queen's late husband, the Duke of Edinburgh, who passed away at the age of 99 in April 2021. The couple were married for over 73 years and shared four children, Prince Charles, Princess Anne, Prince Andrew and Prince Edward. The Queen also leaves behind 8 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
A Most Beloved Queen … May she rest in peace.
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May she rest in peace.
ReplyDeleteThank you for everything 🙏🥀❤️
ReplyDeleteSo so sad, wonderful woman
ReplyDeleteSad news. But given her age, her passing is not surprising or tragic. Several people commented on how frail the queen looked in the photos with Liz Truss, and I myself thought that the contrast between this tall young woman and this old frail lady was striking. I also thought that this would likely be the last PM that the queen will welcome into office, but I didn´t want to spell it out, so I refrained from commenting.
ReplyDeleteEnd of an era, not only for the UK. And what a legacy she built during her almost century-long lifetime.
Yes, I had the same thoughts regarding the meeting with the new PM.
DeleteYou know its coming but it's still a shock. Very sad day. May you rest in peace, lovely lady.
They just announced on my news that the new King has decided on "King Charles III" for his official name. Long live the King.
Europa
What an incredible Legacy Queen Elizabeth II you did us proud indeed. Service to people right to the very end. Resilience - Never complained or explained, duty to her people for 70 years. There will never be another like you!
ReplyDeletePerfect words. Rest in peace Your Majesty. Your legacy lives on.
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Agreed, well said. She lived an unparalleled life and is the definition of inspiration. She will be missed but her legacy will allow us to celebrate her today and into the ages.
DeleteWhat a wonderful portrait in black and white. A true queen and a real lady!
ReplyDeleteI will miss her, can't quite find the words to describe the strange feeling about a world without 'the queen'.
May she rest in peace. And long live the king.
While life will end one day, our memories and thoughts will live through eternity. Rest in peace, dear majesty!
ReplyDeleteRest in peace. Thank you for your service Your Majesty.
ReplyDeleteShe will finally be reunite with her love ones, Prince Phillip, her parents and sister Margareth; she will be miss but we know she is in a better place. Rest in peace your Majesty.
ReplyDeleteWhat much sadness we watched as a family I'm Cape Town South Africa the developments unfold today. She was much loved and a woman of grace and integrity. She made her speech on her 21st birthday in my beloved city of Cape Town where she pledged her life to service. And she served her people until the end. May her dear souls rest in peace.
ReplyDeleteI'm under shock. Such sad news.
ReplyDeleteWhat a loss. I'm deeply saddened. Queen Elizabeth was an icon, and her death marks the end of an era.
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts and prayers are with her family.
To quote Paddington: 'Thank you Ma'am, for everything.'
Yes, along with Rosalyn and Paddington, may I say thank you to a remarkable Queen. She gave so much and now she merits a peaceful rest. My condolences to her family and may they find peace during this
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Rest in peace, your Majesty. We are grateful for your love, dedication and commitment to your country and the Commonwealth. Long live King Charles III.
ReplyDeleteSuch a sad day. Rest in peace, your Majesty. You will be missed. Goodnight, Ma'am and thanks for everything <3
ReplyDeleteI really cry. Watching german TV program about the queen all evening.
I watched the clips of her stunt with James Bond at the olympic games and the wonderful clip with Paddington Bear.
We knew, the day will come, but we all thought and hoped this day will be far, far away.
Now she's reunited with her beloved Philip <3
Deepest condolences to all her family and loved ones.
Rest in peace QEII and God bless the King
ReplyDeleteSo sad news! May this wonderful and impressive Lady rest in peace!
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ReplyDeleteIf the monarchy continues as thought, most people in the world will never see a Queen Regnant again.
Can't imagine.
Of course, speaking from the British monarchy.
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ReplyDeleteA sad day for the UK and the World. She has served her Country for 70 years. She is the end of a great Generation. For her it was always Duty first Self second. Now she will be with the love of her life, Prince Philip , for ever. Yes she was a GRAND LADY. May she RIP. I thought I never say this. The Queen is death, long live the King. My prayers are with the Royal Family on this sad day. css
ReplyDeleteRest In Peace Queen Elizabeth. What a legacy she leaves behind.
ReplyDeleteGod save the King!
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A very sad day. Queen Elizabeth can never replaced. Many people will forever have a void in their heart. This Lady was simply
ReplyDeleteRIP, Your Majesty. We knew this day would come eventually but I cannot believe how sad I feel at the Queen's death. She was such a wonderful example of service and humility. I am so lucky to have been in London for the Jubilee this year and to be there when she appeared on the balcony for the last time. Thoughts and prayers are with the family, of course, as they have lost their mother, grandmother, great grandmother. don't think I am an overly emotional person but I am crying as I type this. Thank you, your Majesty.
ReplyDeleteSad day, and at the same time, I feel grateful that she left this world without the pain of a long illness. She had a long healthy life.A woman that has dedicated her life to service, and always honored her country and commanded respect even from the most atrocious leaders of the world. RIP.
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Despite the fact all knew the end was nearing the loss of Queen Elizabeth is still painful and shocking. Simply put, she was remarkable. RIP, Your Majesty--know people all over the world loved you and will miss you. I hope that rainbow that glowed above Windsor Castle means she had joyfully reuntied with her beloved Prince Philip.
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The Queen: one of a kind, a dignified woman, duty bound her entire life, even up until 2 days before her passing. God Bless her, she has moved onto a well deserved rest with Philip alongside her, and those that she loved who passed before her. jj
ReplyDeleteMy deepest condolences to Royal family.
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Queen Elizabeth was one of a kind, unique. Her devotion to duty, incredible service 70 years unfailing. Ma,am thank you for your service, you will be missed. Gods speed with you. RIP x
ReplyDeleteGod save the King
ReplyDeleteSuch sad news a wonderful lady who gave it her all she never complained Mary
ReplyDeleteRest in peace, your Majesty
ReplyDeleteRest in peace, your Majesty. Thank you for everything.
ReplyDeleteVery sad news...
ReplyDeleteBritish royal family without Elizabeth II seem unthinkable. She was good example of Duty first, neverless she was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother. With her passing she left big void. I hope she didn't feel pain or fear when she passed away. Rest in peace, Your Majesty. Thank you for the legacy and inspiration.
Kaarin
With us all as Queen from the beginning of our lives if you’re under 70. All over the world people loved, admired and respected her whatever their politics. The sheer number of people she meant something to globally is staggering. The number she met in person, however fleeting, is also inestimable. See the genuine feelings of loss expressed by world leaders and ordinary folk alike. I have that void in my heart and wonder what comes next. Elle
ReplyDeleteThe world has suffered a major loss over these sad hours.
ReplyDeleteMy most heartfelt condolences to the British Royal Family.
The country, the Commonwealth and indeed all the world are in deep mourning on the death of a highly remarkable Lady and Queen.
Her sense of loyalty, endurance, duty and lifelong service will shine forever.
May you rest in peace, Your Majesty.
Thank you.
Very sad but her legacy is unparalleled.
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Qu'elle repose en paix ; il faut souhaiter que l'héritage qu'elle a laissé perdure !
ReplyDeleteAs an American, I am truly saddened by her passing. She was a shining of example of what public service should be and sadly is not anymore.
ReplyDeleteMay the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face;
the rains fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of His hand.
I don't know if anyone here knows this, but the new king is named after his godfather the Norwegian King Haakon or as QE and the family called him uncle Charles. We learn something new all the time. The Queen will be missed. My thoughts go to her her family and her people ❤️
ReplyDeleteThe end of an Ara, which lasted 70 years. She was a great Queen. She now is with her beloved Philip for eternity RIP YM.
ReplyDeleteA most remarkable life, a life of service and dedication! The outpouring of respect and thanks in UK is overwhelming. May she rest in peace and what a grand lady. Love seeing her youth and vitality and beauty in the clips now being shown in memory. T.lewis
ReplyDeleteI am very saddened by the death of Queen Elizabeth.
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