Elizabeth II/Quotes

Elizabeth II (Elizabeth Alexandra Mary; 21 April 1926 – 8 September 2022) was Queen of the United Kingdom and of 14 other sovereign countries from 6 February 1952 until her death. Her reign of 70 years and seven months was the longest of any British monarch.
== Quotes about Elizabeth II ==
=== Upon her passing ===
==== Heads of State and Government ====
===== Current =====
* "The death of my beloved Mother, Her Majesty the Queen, is a moment of the greatest sadness for me and all members of my family. We mourn profoundly the passing of a cherished Sovereign and a much-loved Mother. I know her loss will be deeply felt throughout the country, the Realms and the Commonwealth, and by countless people around the world. During this period of mourning and change, my family and I will be comforted and sustained by our knowledge of the respect and deep affection in which The Queen was so widely held."
** King Charles III of the United Kingdom, 8 September 2022, TwitterA statement from His Majesty The King: - The Royal Family @RoyalFamily - 8 September 2022 - Twitter - Retrieved 8 September 2022Read the first full statement from King Charles III following the death of his mother - Adam Frisk - 8 September 2022 - CTV News - Retrieved 8 September 2022
* "In the difficult days ahead, we will come together with our friends from across the United Kingdom, the Commonwealth and the world to celebrate her extraordinary lifetime of service. It is a day of great loss but Queen Elizabeth II leaves a great legacy. God save the King."
**Prime Minister Liz Truss, 8 September 2022, TwitterIn the difficult days ahead, we will come together with our friends from across the United Kingdom, the Commonwealth and the world to celebrate her extraordinary lifetime of service. It is a day of great loss but Queen Elizabeth II leaves a great legacy. God save the King. - Liz Truss @trussliz - 8 September 2022 - Twitter - Retrieved 8 September 2022
*"It was with the heaviest of hearts that we learned of the passing of Canada’s longest-reigning Sovereign, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. She was a constant presence in our lives – and her service to Canadians will forever remain an important part of our country’s history. As we look back at her life and her reign that spanned so many decades, Canadians will always remember and cherish Her Majesty’s wisdom, compassion, and warmth. Our thoughts are with the members of the Royal Family during this most difficult time."
** Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, 8 September 2022, TwitterIt was with the heaviest of hearts that we learned of the passing of Canada’s longest-reigning Sovereign, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. She was a constant presence in our lives – and her service to Canadians will forever remain an important part of our country’s history. - Justin Trudeau @JustinTrudeau - 8 September 2022 - Twitter - Retrieved 8 September 2022As we look back at her life and her reign that spanned so many decades, Canadians will always remember and cherish Her Majesty’s wisdom, compassion, and warmth. Our thoughts are with the members of the Royal Family during this most difficult time. - Justin Trudeau @JustinTrudeau - 8 September 2022 - Twitter - Retrieved 8 September 2022
*"With the passing of Queen Elizabeth the Second, an historic reign and a long life devoted to duty, family, faith and service has come to an end. The Government and the people of Australia offer our deepest condolences to the Royal Family, who are grieving for a beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother- the person whom for so long was their greatest inner strength. Australian hearts go out to the people of the United Kingdom who mourn today, knowing they will feel they have lost part of what makes their nation whole. There is comfort to be found in Her Majesty's own words: 'Grief is the price we pay for love.' This is a loss we will all feel, for few have known a world without Queen Elizabeth II. In her seven remarkable decades on the throne, Her Majesty was a rare and reassuring constant amidst rapid change. Through the noise and tumult of the years, she embodied and exhibited a timeless decency and an enduring calm. From the moment the young princess became Queen, shouldering the mighty weight of the institution into which she was born, Her Majesty made dedication to duty and service above self the hallmark of her reign. She celebrated her good times, she stood with us in the bad. Happy and glorious but steadfast too. In particular, we recall the sympathy and personal kindness she extended to Australians afflicted by tragedy and disaster. Throughout it all, she was a monarch who let her humanity show, performing her duty with fidelity, integrity and humour. In this, she was supported for so long and so lovingly by the late Prince Philip, her "strength and stay" for 73 years. From her famous first trip to Australia, the only reigning sovereign to ever visit, it was clear Her Majesty held a special place in her heart for Australia. Fifteen more tours before cheering crowds in every part of our country confirmed the special place she held in ours. As monarch for more than half the life of our Federation, the relationship between Australia and Britain matured and evolved throughout Her Majesty's reign. The Queen greeted each and every change with understanding, good grace and an abiding faith in the Australian people's good judgement. This was the deft and diplomatic way she bound the diversity of the modern Commonwealth, nations around the world will mourn her passing. Today marks the end of an era, the close of the second Elizabethan age. This time of mourning will pass but the deep respect and warm regard in which Australians always held Her Majesty will never fade. May she rest in eternal peace."
**Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, 8 September 2022, TwitterThe Prime Minister's statement on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Second. - Anthony Albanese @AlboMP - 8 September 2022 - Twitter - Retrieved 8 September 2022
*"Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will be remembered as a stalwart of our times. She provided inspiring leadership to her nation and people. She personified dignity and decency in public life. Pained by her demise. My thoughts are with her family and people of UK in this sad hour."
**Prime Minister Narendra Modi, 8 September 2022, TwitterHer Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will be remembered as a stalwart of our times. She provided inspiring leadership to her nation and people. She personified dignity and decency in public life. Pained by her demise. My thoughts are with her family and people of UK in this sad hour. - Narendra Modi @narendramodi - 8 September 2022 - Twitter - Retrieved 8 September 2022
*"It was with great sadness we learned of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. She was an extraordinary personality. We will always keep fond memories of this great Lady who, throughout her reign, showed dignity, courage and devotion. Each of our encounters will remain etched in our memories forever. The United Kingdom has lost an exceptional monarch who left a deep mark on history. We extend our deepest condolences to the Royal Family and the British people. Rest in peace, Your Majesty, with your beloved husband."
**King Philippe and Queen Mathilde of Belgium, 8 September 2022, TwitterMessage by King Philippe and Queen Mathilde on the passing of Queen Elizabeth II: - Belgian Royal Palace @MonarchyBie - 8 September 2022 - Twitter - Retrieved 8 September 2022
*"Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II embodied the British nation’s continuity and unity for over 70 years. I remember her as a friend of France, a kind-hearted queen who has left a lasting impression on her country and her century."
**President Emmanuel Macron, 8 September 2022, TwitterHer Majesty Queen Elizabeth II embodied the British nation’s continuity and unity for over 70 years. I remember her as a friend of France, a kind-hearted queen who has left a lasting impression on her country and her century. - Emmanuel Macron @EmmanuelMacron - 8 September 2022 - Twitter - Retrieved 9 September 2022
*"It is with deep sadness that we learned of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. On behalf of the people, we extend sincere condolences to the Royal Family, the entire United Kingdom and the Commonwealth over this irreparable loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you."
**President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, 8 September 2022, TwitterIt is with deep sadness that we learned of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. On behalf of the people, we extend sincere condolences to the 
@RoyalFamily, the entire United Kingdom and the Commonwealth over this irreparable loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. - Володимир Зеленський @ZelenskyyUA - 8 September 2022 - Twitter - Retrieved 9 September 2022
===== Former =====
* "This is our country's saddest day. In the hearts of every one of us there is an ache at the passing of our Queen, a deep and personal sense of loss - far more intense, perhaps, than we expected. In these first grim moments since the news, I know that millions and millions of people have been pausing whatever they have been doing, to think about Queen Elizabeth. about the bright and shining light that has finally gone out. She seemed so timeless and so wonderful that I am afraid we had come to believe, like children, that she would just go on and on. Wave after wave of grief is rolling across the world, from Balmoral - where our thoughts are all with the Royal Family - and breaking far beyond this country and throughout that great Commonwealth of nations that she so cherished and which cherished her in return. As is so natural with human beings, it is only when we face the reality of our loss that we truly understand what has gone. It is only really now that we grasp how much she meant for us, how much she did for us, how much she loved us. As we think of the void she leaves, we understand the vital role she played, selflessly and calmly embodying the continuity and unity of our country. We think of her deep wisdom, and historic understanding, and her seemingly inexhaustible but understated sense of duty. Relentless through her diary must have felt, she never once let it show, and so tens of thousands of events - great and small - she brought her smile and her warmth and her gentle humour - and for an unrivalled 70 years she spread that magic around her Kingdom. This is our country's saddest day because she had a unique and simple power to make us happy. That is why we loved her. That is why we grieve for Elizabeth the Great, the longest serving and in many ways the finest monarch in our history. It was one of her best achievements that she not only modernised the constitutional monarchy, but produced an heir to the throne who will amply do justice to her legacy, and whose own sense of duty is in the best traditions of his mother and his country. Though our voices may still be choked with sadness we can say with confidence the words heard in this country not heard for more than seven decades. God Save the King."
** Prime Minister Boris Johnson, 8 September 2022, TwitterStatement on the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II (1/3) - Boris Johnson @BorisJohnson - 8 September 2022 - Twitter - Retrieved 8 September 2022Statement on the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II (2/3) - Boris Johnson @BorisJohnson - 8 September 2022 - Twitter - Retrieved 8 September 2022Statement on the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II (3/3) - Boris Johnson @BorisJohnson - 8 September 2022 - Twitter - Retrieved 8 September 2022
*"Melania and I are deeply saddened to learn of the loss of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Together with our family and fellow Americans, we send our sincere condolences to the Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom during this time of great sorrow and grief. Queen Elizabeth’s historic and remarkable reign left a tremendous legacy of peace and prosperity for Great Britain. Her leadership and enduring diplomacy secured and advanced alliances with the United States and countries around the world. However, she will always be remembered for her faithfulness to her country and her unwavering devotion to her fellow countrymen and women. Melania and I will always cherish our time together with the Queen, and never forget Her Majesty’s generous friendship, great wisdom, and wonderful sense of humor. What a grand and beautiful lady she was—there was nobody like her! Our thoughts and prayers will remain with the great people of the United Kingdom as you honor her most meaningful life and exceptional service to the people. May God bless the Queen, may she reign forever in our hearts, and may God hold her and Prince Philip in abiding care."
**President Donald Trump, 8 September 2022, Truth SocialFormer President Donald Trump has released a statement about the passing of Queen Elizabeth II:⁣ Newsmax @Newsmax - 8 September 2022 - Twitter - Retrieved 8 September 2022
==== Other Politicians ====
* "Queen Elizabeth II was a constant in the lives of Canadians. She was selfless in her service to others and defined the Greatest Generation with grace and humility. Canada and the world are better for her reign. We will miss her."
**Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland, 8 September 2022, TwitterQueen Elizabeth II was a constant in the lives of Canadians. She was selfless in her service to others and defined the Greatest Generation with grace and humility. Canada and the world are better for her reign. We will miss her. - Chrystia Freeland @cafreeland - 8 September 2022 - Twitter - Retrieved 9 September 2022
*"Queen Elizabeth II lived a life of history and duty. She was also a mother, grandmother and great grandmother. My thoughts today are for her family who have lost a pillar of strength in their lives."
** Leader of the New Democratic Party Jagmeet Singh, 8 September 2022, TwitterQueen Elizabeth II lived a life of history and duty. She was also a mother, grandmother and great grandmother. My thoughts today are for her family who have lost a pillar of strength in their lives. - Jagmeet Singh @theJagmeetSingh - 8 September 2022 - Twitter - Retrieved 8 September 2022
*"Today we grieve the loss of our longest reigning monarch, Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. It's a sad moment in Canadian history, particularly for a whole generation of Canadians who fought side by side with Britain during the Second World War. Her Majesty's reign aligned with with a significant span of Canada's young history. Her devotion, duty, and service were beyond remarkable: they now stand as the example the world will envy to emulate. Her Majesty played a pivotal role in the evolution of Canada's constitutional democracy, signing Canada's Constitution Act, and enshrining our Charter of rights and freedoms. Sincere condolences and respect to our Royal Family, and His Majesty the King."
**Jean Charest, 8 September 2022, TwitterToday we grieve the loss of our longest reigning monarch, Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. It's a sad moment in Canadian history, particularly for a whole generation of Canadians who fought side by side with Britain during the Second World War. Her Majesty's reign aligned with with a significant span of Canada's young history. Her devotion, duty, and service were beyond remarkable: they now stand as the example the world will envy to emulate. Her Majesty played a pivotal role in the evolution of Canada's constitutional democracy, signing Canada's Constitution Act, and enshrining our Charter of rights and freedoms. Sincere condolences and respect to our Royal Family, and His Majesty the King. - Jean Charest @JeanCharest_ - 8 September 2022 - Twitter - Retrieved 8 September 2022
*"It is with great sadness that I learned of the passing of Canada’s Head of State, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. My thoughts and prayers are with the members of the Royal Family as they grieve this very great loss. God Save the King."
**Pierre Poilievre, 8 September 2022, TwitterIt is with great sadness that I learned of the passing of Canada’s Head of State, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. My thoughts and prayers are with the members of the Royal Family as they grieve this very great loss. God Save the King. - Pierre Poilievre @PierrePoilievre - 8 September 2022 - Twitter - Retrieved 8 September 2022
*"The Anishinabek Nation extends condolences to its Treaty partners in the United Kingdom on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Our thoughts go out to the Commonwealth and we offer heartfelt sympathies to the Royal Family during their time of grief and mourning."
**Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Reg Niganobe, 8 September 2022, TwitterA statement from Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Reg Niganobe on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II: - Anishinabek Nation @AnishNation - 8 September 2022 - Twitter - Retrieved 9 September 2022
==== Celebrities ====
* "RIP Queen Elizabeth. I am not a fan of monarchy but she made it modern and relevant to Britain and was a woman of unparalleled class and dignity."
** Ed the Sock, 8 September 2022, TwitterRIP #QueenElizabeth. I am not a fan or monarchy but she made it modern and relevant to Britain and was a woman of unparalleled class and dignity. - Ed the Sock @EdtheSock - 8 September 2022 - Twitter - Retrieved 8 September 2022
*"Queen Elizabeth II has been Canada’s Head of State for as long as I have been alive. Her profile on coins, bills & stamps has gone from youthful young woman to elderly matron. And here we are today… I’m not fond of the royal family, but feel quite tender about Elizabeth herself. God speed. May she rest in peace."
**Jean Yoon, 8 September 2022, TwitterQueen Elizabeth II has been Canada’s Head of State for as long as I have been alive. Her profile on coins, bills & stamps has gone from youthful young woman to elderly matron. And here we are today… 
I’m not fond of the royal family, but feel quite tender about Elizabeth herself - Jean Yoon @jean_yoon - 8 September 2022 - Twitter - Retrieved 8 September 2022God speed. May she rest in peace. - Jean Yoon @jean_yoon - 8 September 2022 - Twitter - Retrieved 8 September 2022
*"'After assuming the throne at the age of 25, Elizabeth reigned for an astonishing 70 years.' An extraordinary life. An extraordinary leader."
**Mark Hamill, 8 September 2022, Twitter"After assuming the throne at the age of 25, Elizabeth reigned for an astonishing 70 years." An extraordinary life. An extraordinary leader. - Mark Hamill @MarkHamill - 8 September 2022 - Twitter - Retrieved 8 September 2022
*"I’m really enjoying unfollowing all the people who seem to be delighting in a woman’s death and her family’s and nation’s pain. This isn’t the time to prove how far left you are."
**Rachel Vindman, 8 September 2022, TwitterI’m really enjoying unfollowing all the people who seem to be delighting in a woman’s death and her family’s and nation’s pain. This isn’t the time to prove how far left you are. - Rachel Vindman @natsechobbyist - 8 September 2022 - Twitter - Retrieved 8 September 2022
*"Along with the rest of the nation, I am deeply saddened to hear the news of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth's passing. She was an inspiring presence to be around and led the country through some of our greatest and darkest moments with grace, decency and a genuine caring warmth. Queen Elizabeth has been a huge part of my life from childhood to this day, and I will miss her dearly."
**Elton John, 8 September 2022, TwitterAlong with the rest of the nation, I am deeply saddened to hear the news of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth's passing. She was an inspiring presence to be around and led the country through some of our greatest and darkest moments with grace, decency and a genuine caring warmth. Queen Elizabeth has been a huge part of my life from childhood to this day, and I will miss her dearly. - Elton John @eltonofficial - 8 September 2022 - Twitter - Retrieved 8 September 2022
*"For my whole life Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II has always been there. In my childhood I can recall watching her wedding highlights on TV. I remember her as a beautiful young lady, to the much beloved grandmother of the nation. My deepest sympathies are with the Royal family."
**Mick Jagger, 8 September 2022, TwitterFor my whole life Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II has always been there. In my childhood I can recall watching her wedding highlights on TV. I remember her as a beautiful young lady, to the much beloved grandmother of the nation. My deepest sympathies are with the Royal family. - Mick Jagger @MickJagger - 8 September 2022 - Twitter - Retrieved 8 September 2022
*"Very saddened to learn about the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth."
**William Shatner, 8 September 2022, TwitterVery saddened to learn about the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth. - William Shatner @WilliamShatner - 8 September 2022 - Twitter - Retrieved 8 September 2022
*"I had a quiet weep for the Queen, I am sad for my country and what it has lost."
**Sting, 8 September 2022, TwitterI had a quiet weep for the Queen, I am sad for my country and what it has lost. Sting CBE. - Sting @OfficialSting - 8 September 2022 - Twitter - Retrieved 9 September 2022
== Links ==
* Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom on Wikiquote
== References ==
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