Queen Elizabeth II's Life Celebrated Across the World as Mourners Gather to Pay Tribute

After news broke of Queen Elizabeth II's death at the age of 96 on Sept. 8, mourners from all over the world have gathered to honor the longest-reigning British monarch. See the touching photos.

By Kisha Forde Sep 09, 2022 2:45 AMTags
Watch: Prominent Figures Pay Tribute to Queen Elizabeth II

Mourners have gathered from all over the globe to honor the legacy of Queen Elizabeth II.
 
The British monarch has died at the age of 96, as confirmed by a statement shared by the royal family on social media Sept. 8. "The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon," their statement read. In reference to King Charles III and Queen Consort Camilla, the statement went on to state that "the King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow."

News of Her Majesty's passing comes hours after Buckingham Palace confirmed in a statement that doctors were "concerned" with the Queen's health and recommended she "remain under medical supervision." Following the development, royal family members including Prince Harry, Prince William and Prince Andrew traveled to Scotland to be the Queen's side.

Before her death, Queen Elizabeth II made history as the longest-serving monarch in British history, marking 70 years on the throne with a Platinum Jubilee in June.

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Queen Elizabeth II's Life in Pictures

Read on for a touching look at those who have gathered to pay tribute to the Queen:

Buckingham Palace
London
Hillsborough Castle, Northern Ireland
New York
Tel Aviv
SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles
Yankees Stadium, New York
Toronto
British Embassy, Berlin
British Consul Generals Residence, Los Angeles
Queen Victoria Memorial, Buckingham Palace
Windsor Castle, England
London Stadium
Sandringham
Washington, DC
Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace

This story was originally published on Sept. 8, 2022, at 1:14 p.m. PT.

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