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Apple Honors the Life of Queen Elizabeth II With Homepage Tribute

Apple today updated its homepage to honor Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away at Balmoral Castle earlier today. The company's website features a photograph of Queen Elizabeth taken by Dorothy Wilding in 1952.

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Queen Elizabeth II was 96 years old, and her reign lasted for over 70 years, marking the longest reign of any British monarch. Her son, Charles, is her successor and is now King Charles III. In a statement, Charles III said that the Queen's death will be "deeply felt throughout the country, the Realms and the Commonwealth, and by countless people around the world."

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Kylo83 Avatar
48 months ago
Being British I feel like I’ve lost a family member, she is an inspiration to us all. She is now back with her husband, it’s really hit me hard and I feel like the world has lost a true hero, RIP your majesty x
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TheYayAreaLiving 🎗️ Avatar
48 months ago
God Bless and RIP! 🪦

What an honor. It is a very sad day today not just for the people in the U.K. but the whole world.
Score: 47 Votes (Like | Disagree)
widestload Avatar
48 months ago
A remarkable person and such a constant figure in our lives.
Score: 44 Votes (Like | Disagree)
48 months ago
Rest in peace.
Score: 43 Votes (Like | Disagree)
MrGimper Avatar
48 months ago
It’s been a v odd day for us in the UK. There are many people, myself included, feeling very “mortal” right now because our Queen seemed invincible. May she rest in peace, it’s gonna be a tough time. Absolute legend of a lady.
Score: 40 Votes (Like | Disagree)
48 months ago
A big loss for our nation. Being born in the 80’s she’s been around my whole life. Always a comforting thought knowing she was around. RIP
Score: 35 Votes (Like | Disagree)