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Queen Elizabeth II at Balmoral Castle, Scotland, September 6, 2022 (pool photo: Jane Barlow)
The passing of Queen Elizabeth II today (September 8, 2022) was an immediate outpouring of love and respect from the entertainment world. Britain’s longest-reigning monarch celebrated her platinum jubilee, marking 70 years of service, in a series of public events from 2-5 June, but her failing health forced her to Only a few of them were able to attend.The Queen turned 96 on April 21st.
The first statement of her death was the royal family’s Official website“The Queen passed away peacefully this afternoon in Balmoral.
“The King and Queen will remain in Balmoral tonight and return to London tomorrow.”
In his tribute, Mick Jagger said, “I remember her as a beautiful young woman…to the nation’s most beloved grandmother..”
Ozzy Osbourne said, “I would say the idea of England without Queen Elizabeth II is devastating.” “He was an inspiring figure who led the country with grace, courtesy and genuine caring warmth.”
As Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling put it, “Most Britons have never known another monarch. She was the thread that wound all our lives.
Statement from His Majesty the King: pic.twitter.com/AnBiyZCher
— Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) September 8, 2022
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has been there all my life. When she was a child, she remembers watching the highlights of her wedding on TV. I remember her as a beautiful young lady to her nation’s beloved grandmother and my heartfelt condolences to the royal family. pic.twitter.com/3JLILZDKwK
— Mick Jagger (@MickJagger) September 8, 2022
I join my country in mourning the loss of our great Queen.With all my heart I say the idea of England without Queen Elizabeth II is catastrophic pic.twitter.com/JZYXGRz2hb
— Ozzy Osbourne (@OzzyOsbourne) September 8, 2022
To God, we to God, we to God, she never failed to serve her country. She is a loyal and unforgettable queen.#queen elizabeth pic.twitter.com/SNgWVvJnfH
—Yusuf/Cat Stevens (@YusufCatStevens) September 8, 2022
God bless Queen Elizabeth II
rest in peace
Long live the kingPaul McCartney pic.twitter.com/fK9wXqkAsa
— Paul McCartney (@PaulMcCartney) September 8, 2022
The Beatles’ social media accounts paid tribute
Highlights of the four-day celebration in June include: Platinum Party at the Palace On June 4th, top music stars such as Brian May, Diana Ross, Rod Stewart, Duran Duran and Alicia Keys performed in front of Buckingham Palace, the royal residence of London. (Elton John, who was out of the country on his farewell tour, provided a pre-recorded performance.) The event attracted the BBC’s largest audience of the year at 13.4 million viewers.
And since the 2002 Golden Jubilee…
Rod Stewart, whose brother Don died two days ago at the age of 94, said, “Like Don, the Queen has been a great uniter throughout my life.” increase. My heartfelt condolences to the Royal Family. God save the king. ”
A double rainbow twinkled among the crowd gathered outside Buckingham Palace. When the news of Queen Elizabeth II’s death broke, after a hush, people chanted “God Save the Queen” in an uproar. https://t.co/XgIbaYjsEL pic.twitter.com/g0Q3ZDsNuv
— The New York Times (@nytimes) September 8, 2022
Sir Tom Jones wrote: She demonstrated her resilience during her difficult times, her dedication was impeccable and her commitment to her duties unmatched. ”
— Elton John (@eltonofficial) September 8, 2022
From one of the most iconic British brands…
Ma’am, thank you for everything.
— Paddington (@paddingtonbear) September 8, 2022
The Premier League is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Our thoughts and condolences are with all those around the world mourning the loss of the Royal Family and Her Majesty the Queen. pic.twitter.com/UlaLXEOdke
— Premier League (@premierleague) September 8, 2022
Few Britons knew any other monarch, so she was a thread wrapped around our entire lives. Became a symbol. She got her rest. # Queen
— JK Rowling (@jk_rowling) September 8, 2022
For seventy years she served with the utmost grace, honor and dignity. Rest in peace Queen Elizabeth. pic.twitter.com/DQr8gkqtzy
— Carole King (@Carole_King) September 8, 2022
A wonderful lady with a great sense of humor. She’s been a queen since I was her ten years old. pic.twitter.com/Gtr8yK40WR
— Eric Idle (@EricIdle) September 8, 2022
Serenity = Reality = Inner Peace and Strength
👑God bless His Majesty 👑
❤️🙏☀️ 💕X pic.twitter.com/iIeKp9hKY6— Ronnie Wood (@ronniewood) September 8, 2022
Rob Halford of Judas Priest wrote: learn from 💔
— Duran Duran (@duranduran) September 8, 2022
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