Insidde Queen Elizabeth’s final days
Queen Elizabeth’s death on September 8, 2022, at the age of 96, left the world in mourning. Though not everyone supported the monarchy, the late Queen was beloved by many. She had reigned for over 70 years and passed away peacefully at Balmoral Castle, surrounded by family.
Her funeral was held at Westminster Abbey, followed by a procession through London and Windsor, culminating at St. George’s Chapel, where she was laid to rest in the King George VI Memorial Chapel next to her husband, Prince Philip. The cost of her funeral and lying-in-state was approximately $200 million.
The cause of her death was officially recorded as “old age,” though there were rumors she suffered from bone cancer, which could explain her mobility issues and fatigue in her final years. A close friend of the Queen revealed that in her final months, she endured significant pain, and her sight and hearing deteriorated. Despite these challenges, she made a last public appearance during the Platinum Jubilee, requiring considerable effort.
Prince Harry shared emotional memories of his last moments with his grandmother, where he said goodbye in private before her passing.
