Queen Elizabeth updates: State funeral ends 11 days of ceremonies

Queen Elizabeth was buried with her husband, Prince Philip.

Britain's Queen Elizabeth II "died peacefully" on Thursday, Sept. 8, at Balmoral Castle, the British royal family's estate in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, according to a statement from Buckingham Palace. She was 96.

Elizabeth was Britain's longest-reigning monarch. She ascended to the throne in 1952 and, in June, celebrated her Platinum Jubilee, marking 70 years as queen.

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Sep 18, 2022, 8:09 PM EDT

Royal family releases new photo of Queen Elizabeth II ahead of funeral

The royal family has released a new photo of Queen Elizabeth II ahead of her funeral on Monday.

PHOTO: A new portrait of Queen Elizabeth II was released in advance of her Majesty's State Funeral, Sept. 18, 2022.  Queen Elizabeth poses for a portrait in celebration of her Platinum Jubilee in 2022.
A new portrait of Queen Elizabeth II was released in advance of her Majesty's State Funeral, Sept. 18, 2022. Queen Elizabeth poses for a portrait in celebration of her Platinum Jubilee in 2022.
The Royal Family via Twitter

"The photo was taken to mark Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee -- the first British Monarch to reach this milestone," the royal family wrote on Twitter. "Tomorrow, millions will come together to commemorate her remarkable life."

Sep 18, 2022, 7:25 PM EDT

Prince George, Princess Charlotte to walk behind Queen Elizabeth II's coffin, attend funeral

The order of service has been released for Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral Monday, including who will walk in the procession behind the queen's coffin.

According to the order, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are expected to walk behind their parents, William, Prince of Wales, and Catherine, Princess of Wales, respectively.

Sep 18, 2022, 5:41 PM EDT

King Charles thanks his people for their support

"Over the last ten days, my wife and I have been so deeply touched by the many messages of condolence and support we have received from this country and across the world," King Charles said in the written message issued by Buckingham Palace on Sunday.

King Charles III holds a vigil beside the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II as it lies in state in Westminster Hall, Sept. 16, 2022, in London.
Yui Mok/Pool via AP

"In London, Edinburgh, Hillsborough and Cardiff we were moved beyond measure by everyone who took the trouble to come and pay their respects to the lifelong service of my dear mother, The late Queen," he said. "As we all prepare to say our last farewell, I wanted simply to take this opportunity to say thank you to all those countless people who have been such a support and comfort to my Family and myself in this time of grief."

-ABC News' Zoe Magee

Sep 18, 2022, 3:16 PM EDT

Here's what Biden and first lady wrote in queen's condolence books

The White House shared two images showing what President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden wrote in the condolence books for Queen Elizabeth II.

In the handwritten notes the Bidens expressed their fondness for the queen and praised her commitment to service.

“Queen Elizabeth was admired around the world for her unswerving commitment to service," President Biden wrote. "She hosted everything with dignity and respect. Jill and I were honored to have met with her and feel her warmth. Our hearts go out to the Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom.”

In a separate condolence book, Jill Biden, wrote, “Queen Elizabeth II lived her life for the people she served with wisdom and grace. We will never forget her warmth, kindness, and the conversations we shared. May God grant her eternal rest."

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