Hollywood mourns Queen Elizabeth II after monarch’s death at 96: 'She leaves an incomparable legacy'
foxnews.comAfter the tragic news broke that Queen Elizabeth II had died Thursday at the age of 96, celebrities swiftly took to social media and issued statements to honor Britain's longest-reigning monarch.
Tributes poured in from actors, musicians, athletes, authors, television personalities and other luminaries as they reacted to the death of the beloved sovereign, who passed away peacefully while surrounded by members of the royal family at Balmoral Castle.
Elton John, Daniel Craig and Dame Helen Mirren were among the first notable names to pay homage as they mourned the loss of Queen Elizabeth.
Celebrities took to social media and issued statements to honor Queen Elizabeth II, who died Thursday at the age of 96 (Photo by Matt Cardy) John, a longtime friend of the late queen, wrote, "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." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Elton John (@eltonjohn) "I, like so many, was deeply saddened by the news today and my thoughts are with The Royal Family, those she loved and all those who loved her.
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