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Prince Harry Shares How Queen Elizabeth Felt About Him Stepping Down As Senior Royal
NBC3 weeks agoPrince Harry opens up about Queen Elizabeth II. On Monday's episode of ABC's "Good Morning America," Harry shared with Michael Strahan about his memoir "Spare," and revealed her feelings about him stepping away from royal duties. "My grandmother and I had a very good relationship. It was never a surprise to anybody, least of all her. She knew what was going on. She knew how hard it was. She never said to me that she was angry. I think she was sad that it had gotten to that point," Harry said.
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- 04:00Prince Harry Shares How Queen Elizabeth Felt About Him Stepping Down As Senior RoyalNBCPrince Harry opens up about Queen Elizabeth II. On Monday's episode of ABC's "Good Morning America," Harry shared with Michael Strahan about his memoir "Spare," and revealed her feelings about him stepping away from royal duties. "My grandmother and I had a very good relationship. It was never a surprise to anybody, least of all her. She knew what was going on. She knew how hard it was. She never said to me that she was angry. I think she was sad that it had gotten to that point," Harry said.3 weeks ago
- 02:14Prince Harry Claims He Wasn't Invited On Royals' Flight To Scotland On Day Queen Elizabeth DiedNBCPrince Harry claims he was not included when his family made travel plans to get to Scotland on the day Queen Elizabeth died. In his interview with Anderson Cooper on Sunday's episode of "60 Minutes," the Duke of Sussex spoke about Sept. 8, the day the palace announced that the Queen was under medical supervision at her Scottish estate and her doctors were "concerned for Her Majesty's health." Harry was in London at the time the news broke and told Anderson that he attempted to coordinate travel plans to Scotland with Prince William, but that he “was not invited” on the family’s flight.3 weeks ago
- 06:50The Year 2022: The world reacts to the loss of Queen Elizabeth IIABC News VideosJust a few short weeks after celebrating her 70th year on the throne, the world mourned the loss of the longest-serving British monarch in history, Queen Elizabeth II.1 month ago
- 09:00Royal family's first Christmas without Queen Elizabeth IICBS News VideosThe British royal family marked their first Christmas since Queen Elizabeth II passed away in September. CBS News' Roxana Saberi reports on King Charles' Christmas message and the absence of Prince Harry and Megan, and then Nigel Fletcher, a political historian at King's College London, joins CBS News to discuss how the royal family traditions are adapting.1 month ago
- 00:34Royal family celebrates first Christmas without Queen ElizabethNBCThe royal family is celebrating the holiday for the first time without Queen Elizabeth II. King Charles will deliver his first Christmas address as king and become the second British monarch to deliver a televised Christmas message since his mother.1 month ago
- 01:57Christmas will feel different without Queen Elizabeth: KateReuters VideosSTORY: The carol service took place last week and was broadcast on Saturday (December 24). King Charles, accompanied by Queen Consort Camilla, joined his son Prince William, Kate and other members of the family at the service in the abbey, where late Queen Elizabeth's funeral was held in September. Kate, who is William's wife and became Princess of Wales after Charles ascended to the throne, hosted the event and dedicated it to Queen Elizabeth and "all those who are sadly no longer with us." "So, whilst Christmas will feel very different this year, we can still remember the memories and traditions we shared," Kate said in an introduction to the service. Queen Elizabeth died on Sept. 8 aged 96, after 70 years on the throne. "Her Majesty held Christmas close to her heart, as a time that brought people together and reminded us of the importance of faith, friendship and family, and to show empathy and compassion," she said. The family presented a united front at the service on Dec. 15 – the same day that the final episodes of Prince Harry and his wife Meghan's Netflix documentary series were released. Harry, who stepped down from royal duties in 2020, piled fresh criticism on his family in the series, including accusing his older brother William of screaming at him during a summit to discuss his future.1 month ago
- 04:44Princess Kate Middleton Pays Tribute To Queen Elizabeth Ahead Of Royal Christmas ConcertNBCPrincess Kate Middleton is paying tribute to Queen Elizabeth this holiday season. In a promo video released on the Prince and Princess of Wales' social media pages on Thursday, the 40-year-old royal revealed the "hundreds of inspiring individuals" that were invited to this year's "Royal Carols: Together At Christmas," and they are people who followed the late royal's mission. Buckingham Palace released in a statement earlier this month that the festivities are dedicated to her Majesty.1 month ago
- 01:222022: King Charles III succeeds Queen Elizabeth IIAssociated Press VideosQueen Elizabeth II, the country's longest-reigning monarch and a rock of stability across much of a turbulent century, celebrated 70 years on the throne with a Platinum Jubilee in June, and died on 8 September 2022 at the age of 96. She was succeeded by her son, King Charles III. (Dec. 1)2 months ago
- 03:24Prince William Remembers Queen Elizabeth As He Arrives In Boston With Princess Kate MiddletonNBCPrince William is sharing touching reflections on his late grandmother Queen Elizabeth on the first day of his and Kate Middleton's royal trip to the United States. The Prince and the Princess of Wales touched down in Boston on Wednesday, kicking off their three-day visit to the city. To mark their arrival, William released a statement about their trip and how it tied back to the late Queen.2 months ago
- 07:41Royal insider reflects on Queen Elizabeth’s legacy in new bookABC News VideosAndrew Morton, author of “The Queen: Her Life,” joins ABC News Live to discuss his journey covering the British royal family and the legacy of the late Queen Elizabeth.2 months ago
- 01:46King Charles Plants Tree In Buckingham Palace Garden For Cause In Honor Of Queen ElizabethNBCKing Charles is planting a seed for a greener future. On Friday, the monarch planted a lime tree in the Buckingham Palace Garden for the Queen's Green Canopy, a nationwide initiative launched last year in honor of the late Queen Elizabeth and her Platinum Jubilee. The King planted his tree right after he held a high-profile reception at the palace for world leaders ahead of COP27, the 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference.3 months ago
- 00:52Little Queen Elizabeth trick-or-treats in ChileReuters VideosSTORY: Two-year-old Leonor dressed up like Queen Elizabeth for Halloween She went trick-or-treating with her uncles, dressed as Royal Guards Leonor's grandmother and mother made the costumes for the trio (Elizabeth del Campo, Leonor's grandmother) “Very happy. We’re proud, happy. I’m feeling like a high couture fashion designer. Maybe Buckingham Palace will call me to design clothes for them. We're happy, happy, happy.”3 months ago
- 02:01Prince Harry Will Mention Queen Elizabeth’s Death In Upcoming Memoir ‘Spare’ (Report)NBCNew details are surfacing about Prince Harry’s upcoming bombshell memoir. According to a report from People, the Duke of Sussex will mention Queen Elizabeth’s death in his upcoming book, “Spare.”3 months ago
- 01:29Meghan Markle Breaks Her Silence on Queen Elizabeth II's DeathNBCOne month after the late monarch's death, Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle reflects on the special time she spent with Queen Elizabeth II.3 months ago
- 02:49Meghan Markle Reflects On Relationship With Queen Elizabeth: 'I Feel Deep Gratitude'NBCMeghan Markle is remembering Queen Elizabeth. The Duchess of Sussex recently spoke with Variety and opened up about the passing of the late monarch and grandmother to her husband, Prince Harry. "In terms of female leadership, she is the most shining example of what that looks like. I feel deep gratitude to have been able to spend time with her and get to know her," she said. Meghan added she is grateful to have been apart of the monarch's life, but her death was tough for her husband.3 months ago
- 01:07Meghan Markle opens up in new interview on the death of Queen Elizabeth, her family and returning to actingYahoo EntertainmentIn a new interview with Variety, Meghan Markle talked about grieving Queen Elizabeth, her average workday and whether or not she'll return to Hollywood.3 months ago
- 03:01Ed Sheeran Remembers Queen Elizabeth And How She Inspired Him To Play MusicNBCEd Sheeran is remembering the late Queen Elizabeth. When the 31-year-old "Bad Habits" singer stopped by "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" on Thursday, he was shown a picture of the very first time he ever met the royal in 2012 and explained what the moment was like. Ed also went on to reveal a moment that involved the monarch inspired him to get into music. "Basically, the day that I picked up the guitar was the day the Golden Jubilee was on television," he shared.3 months ago
- 00:49New comic book celebrates life of Queen Elizabeth IIReuters VideosSTORY: This new comic book celebrates the life of England’s Queen Elizabeth II The glossy is part of TidalWave Comics 'Tribute' series It tells the story of the queen’s public and private life in 30 pages detailing her coronation at age 25 as well as scandals and other milestones It was released on October 12 in digital and physical formats4 months ago
- 00:49Sarah Ferguson gives an update on Queen Elizabeth’s corgisNBCIn a recent interview with The Telegraph, Sarah Ferguson opened up about inheriting Queen Elizabeth’s beloved corgis, Muick and Sandy. She called it “a big honor” to have them in her home and says they’re getting along fine with her five Norfolk terriers.4 months ago
- 02:33Sarah Ferguson Shares Update On Queen Elizabeth's Corgis: It's 'A Big Honor' To Take Care Of ThemNBCSarah Ferguson is sharing an update on Queen Elizabeth's beloved corgis. After the monarch's passing, news broke that the Duchess of York and her ex-husband Prince Andrew would be taking care of the two dogs, Muick and Sandy. During an appearance at the Henley Literary Festival this week, Sarah said that looking after the pups was "a big honor," per The Telegraph. According to the publication, she also called the corgis "national treasures," adding that they'd "been taught well."4 months ago
- 01:26Queen Elizabeth's Corgis: Sarah Ferguson Provides UpdateNBCAfter Queen Elizabeth II's death, Prince Andrew & ex-wife Sarah Ferguson brought home her two corgis, Muick & Sandy. The Duchess of York provides a royal pupdate!4 months ago
- 02:17Sarah Ferguson Reveals Her Nickname For Queen ElizabethNBCSarah Ferguson is remembering Queen Elizabeth. The Duchess of York has revealed her sentimental nickname for the late royal, per the Telegraph. The outlet reports she called the queen “the boss.”4 months ago
- 03:03Prince William Remembers Queen Elizabeth In First Public Speech Since His Grandmother's DeathNBCPrince William made his first public speech on Tuesday nearly one month after Queen Elizabeth's death. In his United for Wildlife Global Summit speech, William used the platform to fight for animals threatened by poachers, while also remembering his late grandparents. "Our natural world is one of our greatest assets. It is a lesson I learnt from a young age, from my father and grandfather, both committed naturalists in their own right, and also from my much-missed grandmother," he said.4 months ago
- 02:38Meghan Markle & Prince Harry Hold Hands In Intimate Photos Before Queen Elizabeth's DeathNBCMeghan Markle and Prince Harry snuck in some sweet PDA during their trip across the pond. Prior to Queen Elizabeth's death, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex traveled to Manchester, England to make an appearance at the One Young World Summit. Just moments before Meghan took the stage to deliver a keynote speech at the event, photographer Misan Harriman captured the couple holding hands.4 months ago
- 02:21King Charles & Queen Camilla Make First Appearance Since Queen Elizabeth's FuneralNBCKing Charles III and Queen Consort Camilla are back to work. The royal couple stepped out together in Scotland on Monday for the first time since Queen Elizabeth's funeral. Charles sported a traditional kilt, while Camilla dressed in a green coat as they attended a council meeting at the City Chambers to welcome Dunfermline as a new official city in Scotland. The couple walked to the city's Abbey, which is marking its 950th anniversary. Queen Elizabeth attended the Abbey's 900th anniversary.4 months ago
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Elizabeth II (Elizabeth Alexandra Mary; 21 April 1926 – 8 September 2022) was Queen of the United Kingdom and other Commonwealth realms from 6 February 1952 until her death in 2022. She was queen regnant of 32 sovereign states during her lifetime, and was head of state of 15 realms at the time of her death.
Nov 29, 2022 · Elizabeth II, in full Elizabeth Alexandra Mary, officially Elizabeth II, by the Grace of God, of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and of her other realms and territories Queen, Head of the Commonwealth, Defender of the Faith, (born April 21, 1926, London, England—died September 8, 2022, Balmoral Castle, Aberdeenshire, …
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As World War II erupted, Elizabeth was quietly groomed for statehood. While living out the Blitz on London in nearby Windsor Castle, she was privately tutored in matters of constitution by Henry Marten, an eccentric yet respected teacher who reputedly kept a pet raven in his study. She began taking tentative steps into public life in 1940 when, age...
With her father’s health in rapid decline, Elizabeth began accepting more official duties, taking his place at the annual “Trooping the Colour” military parade in 1949. In 1952, while Elizabeth and Philip were on an official trip to Kenya, news came of her father’s death. She was now Queen. The next decade saw the young monarch settle into her role...
The Queen’s 40th year on the throne, 1992, marked her lowest moment as three royal marriages fell apart. Princess Anne and Mark Philips divorced, Charles and Diana separated after claims of infidelities while Sarah Ferguson, Prince Andrew’s wife, was photographed topless with an American financial manager. To cap it all, a huge fire ripped through ...
The Queen’s final years were punctuated by challenges as well as celebrations, however. As the novel coronavirus swept through Britain in 2020, she gave two televised addresses in quick succession, one calling for unity in the face of the pandemic and the other, still amid a national lockdown, to mark the 75th anniversary of VE Day. But while rally...
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Queen Elizabeth II became queen on February 6, 1952, and was crowned on June 2, 1953. She was the mother of Prince Charles, heir to the throne, as well as the grandmother of Princes William and Harry. As the longest-serving monarch in British history, she tried to make her reign more modern and sensitive to a changing public while maintaining tradi...
Queen Elizabeth II was born Princess Elizabeth Alexandra Mary on April 21, 1926, in London, to Prince Albert, Duke of York (later known as King George VI), and Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon. At the time of her birth, most people did not realize Elizabeth would someday become the queen of Great Britain. Elizabeth, nicknamed Lilibet, got to enjoy the first de...
When Elizabeth’s grandfather George V died in 1936, his eldest son (Elizabeth’s uncle) became King Edward VIII. Edward, however, was in love with American divorcée Wallis Simpsonand had to choose between the crown and his heart. In the end, Edward chose Simpson and abdicated the crown. The event changed the course of her life, making her the heir p...
Elizabeth was crowned Queen Elizabeth II on June 2, 1953, in Westminster Abbey, at the age of 25. Elizabeth assumed the responsibilities of the ruling monarch on February 6, 1952, when her father, King George VI, died. For the first time ever, the coronation ceremony was broadcast on television, allowing people from across the globe to witness the ...
Elizabeth married her distant cousin Philip Mountbatten(a surname adopted from his mother's side) on November 20, 1947, at London's Westminster Abbey. Elizabeth first met Philip, son of Prince Andrew of Greece, when she was only 13. She was smitten with him from the start. The two kept in touch over the years and eventually fell in love. They made ...
Elizabeth and Philip wasted no time in producing an heir: Son Charles was born in 1948, the year after their wedding, and daughter Anne arrived in 1950. Elizabeth had two more children—sons Andrew and Edward—in 1960 and 1964, respectively. In 1969, she officially made Charles her successor by granting him the title of Prince of Wales. Hundreds of m...
Charles and Diana gave birth to Elizabeth’s grandsons Prince William, who was created Duke of Cambridge upon his own marriage in 2011, second-in-line to the throne, in 1982, and Prince Harry in 1984. Elizabeth has emerged as a devoted grandmother to William and Harry. Prince William has said that she offered invaluable support and guidance as he an...
Elizabeth II’s father and mother were known as the Duke and Duchess of York. Her father, Prince Albert, Duke of York, was the second son of Queen Mary and King George V. Her mother was Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon. Elizabeth had ties with most of the monarchs in Europe. Her British ancestors include Queen Victoria (ruled 1837 to 1901) and King George ...
Elizabeth's long and mainly peaceful reign was marked by vast changes in her people's lives, in her country's power, how Britain is viewed abroad and how the monarchy is regarded and portrayed. As a constitutional monarch, Elizabeth did not weigh in on political matters, nor did she reveal her political views. However, she confers regularly with he...
Elizabeth had 15 prime ministers placed into power during her reign, with queen and PM having a weekly, confidential meeting. (Elizabeth also met about a quarter of all the U.S. presidents in history, most recently receiving Joe Bidenfor a state visit in June 2021.) She enjoyed a father-figure relationship with the iconic Winston Churchill and was ...
Elizabeth II, in full Elizabeth Alexandra Mary, (born April 21, 1926, London, Eng.—died Sept. 8, 2022, Balmoral Castle, Aberdeenshire, Scot.), Queen of the United Kingdom from 1952 to 2022. She became heir presumptive when her uncle, Edward VIII, abdicated and her father became king as George VI.