Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch, has died. She was 96
The 96-year-old monarch died in her Scotland residence
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Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II waves to the crowds with Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, at right, as they arrive by carriage on the first day of the Royal Ascot horse race meeting in Ascot, England, in 2013. The queen’s overall health is a concern to her doctors in 2022, according to reports. Alastair Grant, Associated Press
“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,” Buckingham Palace said in a statement, per CBS News.
Earlier on Thursday, Prince Harry, Megan Markle and other members of the royal family traveled to Balmoral Castle, Scotland, to be by Queen Elizabeth’s side as her health reportedly deteriorated.
The monarch canceled her Privy Council meeting on Wednesday and was told by doctors to rest instead.
Was Queen Elizabeth II sick?
“Following further evaluation this morning, the Queen’s doctors are concerned for Her Majesty’s health and have recommended she remain under medical supervision,” Buckingham Palace said in a statement Thursday, adding that the queen is “comfortable.”
According to CNN, the 96-year-old monarch has had to reduce her commitments this year as she struggled with mobility.
Back in 2003, the queen’s torn cartilage in her left knee was removed, with a similar surgery performed on the right knee as well. But in the last few years, Queen Elizabeth has had other health issues.
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She sprained her back in May 2021. Meanwhile, in February this year, the queen contracted COVID-19 and suffered mild symptoms.
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FILE - Britain's Queen Elizabeth II walks past staff and patients at the Mildmay HIV Centre in Kampala, Uganda, on the first day of her state visit to Uganda, Nov. 22, 2007. Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch and a rock of stability across much of a turbulent century, has died. She was 96. Buckingham Palace made the announcement in a statement on Thursday Sept. 8, 2022 (Jon Hrusa/Pool Photo via AP, File) | Jon Hrusa/Pool Photo via AP, File
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FILE - In this Nov. 20, 1972 file photo, Britain's Queen Elizabeth II, centre left and Prince Philip, centre, are seated with their children, from left, Prince Charles, Prince Edward, Prince Andrew and Princess Anne, at Buckingham Palace, in London, on the occasion of the royal couple's silver wedding anniversary. Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch and a rock of stability across much of a turbulent century, has died. She was 96. Buckingham Palace made the announcement in a statement on Thursday Sept. 8, 2022. (AP Photo, File) | AP
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FILE - In this Tuesday, July 10, 2018 file photo, members of the royal family gather on the balcony of Buckingham Palace, with from left, Prince Charles, Camilla the Duchess of Cornwall, Prince Andrew, Queen Elizabeth II, Meghan the Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry, Prince William and Kate the Duchess of Cambridge, as they watch a flypast of Royal Air Force aircraft pass over Buckingham Palace in London. Prince Charles has been preparing for the crown his entire life. Now, that moment has finally arrived. Charles, the oldest person to ever assume the British throne, became king on Thursday Sept. 8, 2022, following the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham, File) | AP Photo/Matt Dunham, File
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FILE - In this May 12, 1937 file photo, Britain's Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret appear on the balcony of Buckingham Palace, on the day of the coronation of their father, King George VI, in London. Queen Elizabeth is at left. Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch and a rock of stability across much of a turbulent century, has died. She was 96. Buckingham Palace made the announcement in a statement on Thursday Sept. 8, 2022. (AP Photo, File) | AP Photo, File
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FILE - In this Tuesday, June 28, 2005 file photo, Britain's Queen Elizabeth II smiles aboard HMS Endurance during a visit to review the fleet, Tuesday June 28, 2005 off Portsmouth, England. Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch and a rock of stability across much of a turbulent century, has died. She was 96. Buckingham Palace made the announcement in a statement on Thursday Sept. 8, 2022. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth, File) | AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth, File
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FILE - In this Oct. 13, 1940 file photo, Britain's Princess Elizabeth, right and Princess Margaret make their first radio broadcast, in London. Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch and a symbol of stability across much of a turbulent century, has died on Thursday, Sept, 8, 2022. She was 96. (AP Photo, File) | AP Photo, File
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FILE - In this file photo dated May 1977, U.S. President Jimmy Carter, right, and Britain's Queen Elizabeth II are photographed with French President Valery Giscard d'Estaing, at Buckingham Palace in London. Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch and a rock of stability across much of a turbulent century, has died. She was 96. Buckingham Palace made the announcement in a statement on Thursday Sept. 8, 2022. (Pool Photo via AP, File) | Pool Photo via AP, File
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FILE - In this Oct. 9, 1982 file photo, Britain's Queen Elizabeth II, centre and her husband Prince Philip react, as they drive through the crowd of athletes and officials during the Closing Ceremony of the 12th Commonwealth Games, in the Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Sports Centre, in Brisbane, Australia. Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch and a rock of stability across much of a turbulent century, has died. She was 96. Buckingham Palace made the announcement in a statement on Thursday Sept. 8, 2022. (Pool Photo via AP, File) | Pool Photo via AP, File
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FILE - In this April 12, 2006 file photo Britain's Prince Harry, second from right, grins and his grandmother Queen Elizabeth II smiles, as she inspects the Sovereign's Parade at the Royal Military Academy in Sandhurst, England. Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch and a rock of stability across much of a turbulent century, has died. She was 96. Buckingham Palace made the announcement in a statement on Thursday Sept. 8, 2022.(AP Photo/Dylan Martinez, pool) | AP Photo/Dylan Martinez, pool
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FILE - In this Nov. 23, 1947 file photo, royal newly-weds Britain's Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip pose for a photo in the grounds of Broadlands, in Romsey, England, during their honeymoon. Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch and a rock of stability across much of a turbulent century, has died. She was 96. Buckingham Palace made the announcement in a statement on Thursday Sept. 8, 2022. (AP Photo, File) | AP Photo, File
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FILE - In this April 1966 file photo Britain's Queen Elizabeth II is seen during the State Opening of Parliament, London, England. Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch and a rock of stability across much of a turbulent century, has died. She was 96. Buckingham Palace made the announcement in a statement on Thursday Sept. 8, 2022. (AP Photo, File) | AP Photo, File
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FILE - Britain's Prince Charles, Britain's Queen Elizabeth II and Prince William stand on the balcony at Buckingham Palace during the Diamond Jubilee celebrations in central London, June 5, 2012. Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch and a rock of stability across much of a turbulent century, has died. She was 96. Buckingham Palace made the announcement in a statement on Thursday Sept. 8, 2022 (AP Photo/Stefan Wermuth, Pool, File) | AP Photo/Stefan Wermuth, Pool, File
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FILE - In this Aug. 1951 file photo, Britain's Queen Elizabeth II, then Princess Elizabeth, stands with her husband Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, and their children Prince Charles and Princess Anne at Clarence House, the royal couple's London residence. Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch and a rock of stability across much of a turbulent century, has died. She was 96. Buckingham Palace made the announcement in a statement on Thursday Sept. 8, 2022. (AP Photo/Eddie Worth, File) | AP Photo/Eddie Worth, File
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FILE This June 15, 1960 file photo shows Queen Elizabeth II, riding out from Buckingham Palace, London to take the salute at the ceremony of Trooping the Colour, followed by Prince Philip and with him is the Duke of Gloucester, the Queen's uncle. Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch and a rock of stability across much of a turbulent century, has died. She was 96. Buckingham Palace made the announcement in a statement on Thursday Sept. 8, 2022. (AP Photo, File) | AP Photo, File
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FILE - Britain's Prince Charles, Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Louis, Kate, Duchess of Cambridge, Princess Charlotte, from left, stand on the balcony of Buckingham Palace, London, Thursday June 2, 2022, on the first of four days of celebrations to mark the Platinum Jubilee. Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch and a rock of stability across much of a turbulent century, has died. She was 96. Buckingham Palace made the announcement in a statement on Thursday Sept. 8, 2022. (AP Photo/Alastair Grant, File) | AP Photo/Alastair Grant, File
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FILE - In this Nov. 20, 1947 file photo, Britain's Princess Elizabeth and her husband the Duke of Edinburgh wave to the crowds on their wedding day, from the balcony of Buckingham Palace in London. Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch and a rock of stability across much of a turbulent century, has died. She was 96. Buckingham Palace made the announcement in a statement on Thursday Sept. 8, 2022.(AP Photo/File) | AP Photo/File
Who succeeds Queen Elizabeth II?
Upon Queen Elizabeth’s passing, Prince Charles, 73, will become king and his wife Camilla, formerly the Duchess of Cornwall, will be the Queen Consort, according to USA Today.
“It is my sincere wish that, when that time comes, Camilla will be known as Queen Consort as she continues her own loyal service,” said Queen Elizabeth on the eve of the 70th anniversary since she came into power, per the report.
Next in line after Charles is Prince William, 40, his older son, followed by William and Kate’s children:
Prince George of Cambridge.
Princess Charlotte of Cambridge.
Prince Louis of Cambridge.
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