Yahoo Finance Jubliee – live: Duchess of Cambridge and her children bake cakes for street party
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have shared photos of their three children - Prince George, eight, Princess Charlotte, seven, and Prince Louis, four - baking cakes for jubilee street party goers in Cardiff.
Kate Middleton helped her children ice cakes ahead of the party, which is set to be one of thousands taking place up and down the country as a part of the Big Jubilee Lunch. Ten million people across the UK are expected to partake in parties, BBQs and other community festivites to celebrate the Queen’s platinum jubilee.
Also, music stars and 10,000 volunteers will perform in the Platinum Jubilee Pageant to celebrate the monarch’s 70-year reign, bringing four days of historic festivities to a close.
Over 10,000 people from across the Commonwealth will come together to help tell the story of the Queen’s time as the monarch and the changing face of British society.
Yesterday, Prince Charles paid a moving, personal tribute to the Queen at the Platinum Party at the Palace and thanked her for being there for the nation in good times and bad for 70 years.
The future king was joined by his wife Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall and addressed the Queen, who remains head of state at the age of 96 despite her mobility problems, saying: “You pledged to serve your whole life - you continue to deliver.”
Amongst this weekend’s celebrations, the Queen did not attend the Epsom Derby and platinum jubilee thanksgiving service at St Paul’s Cathedral on Friday, after experiencing “discomfort” following a busy first day of festivities on Thursday.
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What’s happening for the platinum jubilee today?
07:45 , Furvah Shah
To conclude the festivities of this historic weekend, a Platinum Jubilee Pageant organised by Buckingham Palace and the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) will take place today to celebrate Queen Elizabeth’s 70-year reign.
Thousands of performers from across the UK and the Commonwealth will come together tell the story of the Queen’s time as monarch and the changing face of British society.
It will be broadcast live on the BBC from 1pm and on large screens around The Mall in London, Edinburgh’s Princes Street Gardens and in Bute Park in Cardiff.
Also, over 60,000 people have registered to host a Big Jubilee Lunch with 10 million people across the UK expected to be joining in on street parties, BBQs and other community celebrations.
George, Charlotte and Louis bake cakes for jubilee street party
10:05 , Furvah Shah
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have shared photos of their three children - Prince George, eight, Princess Charlotte, seven, and Prince Louis, four - baking cakes for street party goers in Cardiff.
Kate Middleton helped her children ice cakes ahead of the street party in the Welsh capital - one of many taking place up and down the country as a part of the Queen’s platinum jubilee celebrations.
Baking cakes for the local community in Cardiff to enjoy at a Platinum Jubilee street party taking place today! 🎉
We hope you like them! 🧁 pic.twitter.com/lK9QkaGugB— The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (@KensingtonRoyal) June 5, 2022
The post is captioned: “Baking cakes for the local community in Cardiff to enjoy at a Platinum Jubilee street party taking place today! We hope you like them!”
Over ten million people across the UK are expected to take part in the Big Jubilee Lunch which is set to involve street parties, BBQs and other community celebrations.
Best tributes made to the Queen at Palace party
09:45 , Furvah Shah
At the Platinum Party at the Palace last night, celebrities, politicians and members of the royal family shared tributes to the Queen in celebration of her 70 years of service as monarch.
James Bond actor Daniel Craig thanked the Queen for her unwavering grace and said he “would follow her anywhere.”
Michelle Obama, the former First Lady, said: “I feel deeply honoured to have spent time with you over the years.”
Actress Dame Julie Andrews thanked the Queen for “dedicating herself” to the country and the Commonwealth.
Sports star Sir Mo Farah thanked the monarch for her services to “our country and our people” and and Emma Raducanu said Her Majesty has “remained calm at all times.”
Prince William took to the stage to address the climate crisis. He said: “Today, in 2022 - as The Queen celebrates her Platinum Jubilee - the pressing need to protect and restore our planet has never been more urgent.
“But like her, I am an optimist. Decades for making the case for taking better care of our world, has meant that environmental issues are now at the top of the global agenda,” he continued.
“It’s my firm hope that my grandmother’s words are as true in 70 years’ time as they are tonight that as nations we come together in common cause, because then there is always room for hope.”
Prince Charles, accompanied by Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, addressed the Queen as “Her Majesty” and “mummy”.
He said: “You laugh and cry with us and, most importantly, you have been there for us.”
Best moments from Party at the Palace performances
09:10 , Furvah Shah
The star-studded Platinum Party at the Palace saw famous faces from across the world come together to celebrate the Queen’s jubilee.
From the greats such as Diana Ross, Rod Stewart and Queen to fresh faces like Mabel and Ms Banks - performers brought out all the stops for their performances.
The performances were well received by members of the royal family in the audience, with Prince William, Kate Middleton and children - George and Charlotte - waving union jack flags and singing along.
What happened on Friday for platinum jubilee celebrations?
08:30 , Furvah Shah
On Friday evening, the BBC’s Platinum Party at the Palace took place which saw stars such as Diana Ross, Queen with Adam Lambert and Duran Duran perform outside of Buckingham Palace.
Prince Charles took to the stage to pay a moving tribute to the Queen, who he addressed as “mummy”, and thank her for her 70 years of service as monarch.
Prince William also praised the Queen on-stage for her resilience and dedication to the climate crisis.
The Epsom Derby also took place yesterday, which the Queen did not attend after experiencing “discomfort” following Thursday’s busy day of celebrations.
Princess Anne and other royals such as Zara Tindall were in attendance at the Derby.
07:30 , Furvah Shah
Good morning and welcome to day four of The Independent’s live coverage of Queen Elizabeth’s platinum jubilee celebrations!
Saturday 4 June 2022 23:09 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
We hope you enjoyed today’s Platinum Jubilee coverage! We will back tomorrow for the final day of this weekend’s celebrations.
Diana Ross closes the show
Saturday 4 June 2022 22:30 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
Dianna Ross closes the show with her best hits as the crowd dance along to Ain’t No Mountain High Enough.
#PlatinumJubilee Diana Ross .. thank you pure class #partyatthepalace
— Lisa ❤️ Jane 🏴🇬🇧🇯🇲🇮🇱 🙏🏽 (@tmorrowspromise) June 4, 2022
Even after all these years, Diana Ross is pure gold. #partyatthepalace #Queen Elizabeth II
— Neil Anderson (@neilanderson27) June 4, 2022
Prince William praises Queen’s optimism as he urges action to protect climate
Saturday 4 June 2022 22:26 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
The Duke of Cambridge hailed the Platinum Jubilee concert as full of “optimism and joy” as he praised the Queen for her “hope” in the future of the planet.
Prince William paid tribute to the positive outlook of his grandmother during a segment of the Platinum Party at the Palace dedicated to the environment and featuring Sir David Attenborough.
He echoed the Queen’s words from her speech to the Cop26 UN Climate Change summit, when she said working together in a “common cause” always gave rise to hope.
Read more here:
Prince William praises Queen’s optimism as he urges action to protect climate
‘You have been there for us’: Charles pays tribute to ‘mummy’ the Queen
Saturday 4 June 2022 22:23 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
Prince Charles has delivered a touching speech for his mother’s 70 years of service to the country.
Standing alongside the Duchess of Cornwall, Charles asked the crowd to cheer loudly enough for the Queen to hear 20 miles away in Windsor.
Heir to throne Charles, told how the Queen had laughed and cried along with the country through the decades, as he hailed her “lifetime of selfless service”.
The future king, who was joined by his wife the Duchess of Cornwall, said, addressing the absent monarch, who remains head of state at the age of 96 despite her mobility problems: “You pledged to serve your whole life - you continue to deliver.”
Charles pays tribute to ‘mummy’ the Queen in jubilee concert speech
Prince Charles gives touching speech for his mother
Saturday 4 June 2022 22:12 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
Prince Charles delivers a speech at the party draws to a close.
He said: “You are the head of state, and you are also the mother.
“My papa would have enjoyed the show and joined us wholeheartedly in celebrating all your continue to do for your country and your people.
“Looking back, you will think of red boxes filled with gvvenemt papers at the end of the day.
“How things have changed, we think of all you who have done to make the commonwealth such an important cause of good. And there was still time for fun amidst the work.
“But I know what really gets my mother up in the morning. It’s all of you, ladies and gentlemen.
“All of you watching at home, represented tonight in this great audience.
“Your Majesty, you have been with us in our difficult times, and you bring us together to celebrate moments of pride, joy and happiness.
“You have met us and talked with us, you have laughed with us and cried with us. And most importantly, you have been there with us for these 70 years.”
Duran and Duran and Alicia Keys perform at tonight’s party at the Palace
Saturday 4 June 2022 22:00 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
Prince William makes moving speech about the planet
Saturday 4 June 2022 21:53 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
Prince William makes an impassioned speech about the environment as he also honours his grandmother’s service.
“Our planet has become more fragile. Today, in 2022, as the Queen celebrates her Platinum Jubilee, the pressing need to protect and restore our planet has never been more urgent. But like her, I am an optimist.
“More and more businesses and politicians are answering the call, and perhaps, most inspiringly, the cause is being spearheaded by a united generation across the world.
“Congratutlations to all of them. They won’t accept the status-quo, they wont accept that change is too difficult to deliver.”
Sir David Attenborough pays tribute to Queen and natural world
Saturday 4 June 2022 21:45 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
“Today the natural world everywhere is changing and in retreat because of what we are doing to it,” Sir David said.
“But there is hope.
“We can if we wish begin to restore the natural planet.
“And the Queen and her family have been a crucial part in working for the conservbation of our green planet.”
Alicia Keys devotes her song to the Queen
Saturday 4 June 2022 21:43 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
Alicia Keys sings ‘Girl on Fire’ in honour of the Queen and her 70 years of service to the country.
The awesome Alicia Keys 👇 pic.twitter.com/UMmVmH75Fm
— Camilla Tominey (@CamillaTominey) June 4, 2022
Dame Julie Andrews makes touching tribute to Her Majesty
Saturday 4 June 2022 21:36 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
Dame Julie Andrews makes a touching tribute to the Majesty as she thanks her for Her service.
“You were so young when you ascended the throne,” the Sound of Music star said.
Dame Julie joined other actors and sporting legends Mo Farah and Emma Radacanu in honouring the Queen. e
Tom Daley and Jessica Ennis-Hill speak of their Olympic pride
Saturday 4 June 2022 21:33 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
Athletes Tom Daley and Jessica Ennis-Hill told of their pride at representing the UK at the Olympics.
Diver Daley said: “When we see that flag going up the flagpole, we know that the whole country helped send us victorious.”
Ennis-Hill said it was a “priceless” feeling to have made the Queen feel proud.
It came after rapper and actor Doc Brown told of the country’s sporting achievements.
Jubilee concert: George Ezra censors song lyric about dying during celebration of Queen
Saturday 4 June 2022 21:31 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
George Ezra censored his own song lyric about dying during his performance at the Queen’s platinum jubilee concert.
The musician performed his hit song “Green Green Grass” at the event, which took place outside Buckingham Palace on Saturday (4 June).
However, his fans noticed that the singer omitted the lyrics, in which he sings: “Green green grass, blue blue sky / You better throw a party on the day that I die.”
My colleague Jacob Stolworthy has more:
George Ezra censors own song lyric about dying during Queen’s Jubilee Concert
Twitter blown away by Bocelli
Saturday 4 June 2022 21:27 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
Ok. Andrea Bocelli, with the sun setting, was a bit goosebumpy. #partyatthepalace
— Emma Critchley (@EmmaPresenterVO) June 4, 2022
Andrea Bocelli, just smashed it out of the park there! #partyatthepalace
— Sir Graham (@GBL70) June 4, 2022
Andrea Bocelli ... Quite simply stunning performance 👏🎶 #partyatthepalace #PlatinumPartyatthePalace
— Tumshie (@Tumshie71) June 4, 2022
Andrea Bocelli shows off stunning vocal range
Saturday 4 June 2022 21:24 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
Andrea Bocelli gives an ethereal performance of Nessun Dorma while the sun sets over the Palace at tonight’s Jubilee celebrations.
as dusk falls, the setting is fabulous, the backdrop of the palace, the sunset, the lights, Queen Victoria......
to the rest of the World
Beat that!!!!!!!!!!!!!#BestofBritish#partyatthepalace
🇬🇧👑🇬🇧👑🇬🇧👑🇬🇧👑🇬🇧👑🇬🇧👑🇬🇧👑🇬🇧👑— 🇬🇧#GodSaveTheQueen🇬🇧 (@DawnieR2) June 4, 2022
Prince George smiles as crowd sing Sweet Caroline
Saturday 4 June 2022 21:20 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
Duke and Duchess sing along to Sweet Caroline
Saturday 4 June 2022 21:19 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and their children could be seen singing along to Sir Rod Stewart’s performance of Sweet Caroline.
William and his son George sang the song from the royal box, as did Kate.
Welcomed to the stage as a “rock legend”, Sir Rod urged the crowd to join in as he performed.
He also sang Baby Jane.
George Ezra drops problematic lyric for Queen’s party
Saturday 4 June 2022 21:17 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
English singer and songwriter George Ezra performed songs Green Green Grass and Shotgun.
However, he appeared to drop the lyrics “on the day that I die” during the first performance.
The Duke of Cambridge was seen turning around and laughing in the royal box.
Ezra told the crowd it was “an honour” to play for them.
Rod Stewart sings Sweet Caroline
Saturday 4 June 2022 21:15 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
Rod Stewart invites the crowd to sing along as he belts out Sweet Caroline.
Rod doing Sweet Caroline is peak jubilee flag waving isn’t it? #partyatthepalace
— Ash Bradley (@AshWillBradley) June 4, 2022
Eurovision star takes the stage
Saturday 4 June 2022 21:06 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
Eurovision star Sam Ryder performed his song Space Man as the crowd waved their hands in the air while flames and smoke were let off from the stage.
The Prince of Wales and the Princess Royal could be seen applauding, smiling and chatting after it ended.
Royals enjoy the Party at the Palace
Saturday 4 June 2022 21:04 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
Here are some more photos of the Royal Family enjoying tonight’s celebrations.
Lee Mack makes ad-libbed Boris Johnson Partygate joke during Jubilee concert
Saturday 4 June 2022 21:04 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
Jubilee concert: Lee Mack makes ad-libbed Boris Johnson Partygate joke during BBC ceremony
Saturday 4 June 2022 21:00 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
Lee Mack made a joke at the expense of Boris Johnson and the Conservative Party during the Queen’s platinum jubilee concert
The comedian graced the stage after Queen + Adam Lambert finished their opening performance.
“We are here right outside the gates of Buckingham Palace for the party of a lifetime,” he said, adding: “I’ll tell you what – finally we can say the words ‘party’ and ‘gate’ and it’s a positive.”
My colleague Jacob Stolworthy has more:
Lee Mack makes ad-libbed Boris Johnson joke during Jubilee concert
Jason Donovan sings Any Dream Will Do
Saturday 4 June 2022 20:58 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
Jason Donovan sings Any Dream Will do from Joseph and the Technicolour Dreamcoat for the Queen’s Jubilee party.
OMG it's Jason Donovan!!!!!#partyatthepalace
— Tracey Murray (@traceylmurray2) June 4, 2022
Jubilee concert: The Queen shows off ‘cute’ acting skills with Paddington skit for BBC concert
Saturday 4 June 2022 20:56 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
The Queen’s platinum jubilee concert, titled platinum Party at the Palace, kickstarted in heartwarming fashion.
As musicians including Alicia Keys and Georga Ezra prepared to perform at the BBC event, a pre-recorded segment was shown to viewers in which the Queen herself acted opposite Paddington Bear, voiced by Ben Whishsaw.
In a similar vein to the segment she filmed alongside Daniel Craig’s James Bond for the Olympic opening ceremony in 2012, this clip saw the Queen showcase her acting skills opposite the CGI character.
My colleague Jacob Stolworthy has more:
The Queen shows off ‘cute’ acting skills with Paddington skit for jubilee concert
Lion King steals the show
Saturday 4 June 2022 20:54 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
The cast of the Lion King steal the audience’s hearts as they sing along to the ‘Circle of Life’.
ALW is a proper bell, but that Lion King performance was 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 #PlatinumPartyatthePalace #partyatthepalace
— Craig (@TheNameIsCraig) June 4, 2022
The Lion King musical always gives me goosebumps, so good #partyatthepalace
— Sarah 🌈 (@In_Stars_Hollow) June 4, 2022
Cast of Hamilton and Phantom of the Opera stun crowds
Saturday 4 June 2022 20:50 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
A sensational performance by the cast of Hamilton has been followed by a number from the Phantom of the Opera for the Queen’s Party at the Palace.
A performance from the Lion King cast is to follow.
Andrew Lloyd Webber welcomes a string of musical stars
Saturday 4 June 2022 20:45 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber welcomes onstage a series of musical theatre stars.
He opens the act saying: “Your Majesty, your reign has outrun any theatre in history- an extraordinary achievement.”
British rapper Craig David performs at Queen’s Jubilee concert
Saturday 4 June 2022 20:42 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
“Congratulations to Her Majesty the Queen for her 70 years of service,” he said.
He then performed his songs Ain’t Giving Up, Re-Rewind and Fill Me In.
Rapper and singer Craig David opened his set by congratulating the Queen.
Twitter loves the Queen x Paddington sketch
Saturday 4 June 2022 20:39 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
The Queen has suprised the nation with her acting skills in an adorable sketch Her Majesty did with none other than Paddington.
Twitter has shown their appreciation to the Queen for her dedication to the skit:
The Queen and Paddington Bear tapping out We will rock you on a teacup. Now that’s what I call British. Unashamedly still smiling. #partyatthepalace
— Nick Grubb (@njg330) June 4, 2022
Think the #Queen should get an #Oscar for her role in the short film “Paddington has tea with the Queen. #lovedit #paddington #BuckinghamPalace #tea #PlatinumJubilee #partyatthepalace #PlatinumPartyatthePalace
— Fiona 🏴🇬🇧 (@Fizziona) June 4, 2022
Queen Elizabeth Shows Off ‘Cute’ Acting Skills With Paddington Skit For BBC Concert
Saturday 4 June 2022 20:36 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
Diversity celebrates the best of British pop music
Saturday 4 June 2022 20:34 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
British dance group Diversity take the crowd through 70 years of British pop music.
The crowd dances and sings along to British favourites Spice Girls and One Direction.
#partyatthepalace amazing performances so far x Diversity just smashed it
— Pie face (@Pieface21965722) June 4, 2022
Yes Ashley Banjo and Diversity what an amazing tribute to British music. Well done everyone #partyatthepalace @Diversity_Tweet @AshleyBanjo
— Karen Franklin (@KarenF040383) June 4, 2022
WATCH: Queen Elizabeth plays ‘We will rock you’ on a tea cup with Paddington for Jubilee party
Saturday 4 June 2022 20:26 , Kate Ng
Crowd cheers during the Queen’s sketch with Paddington
Saturday 4 June 2022 20:18 , Kate Ng
The Queen’s surprise sketch with Paddington Bear has gone down a treat with the audience at the Platinum Party at the Palace.
The comedy short sent the crowd into peals of laughter, and plenty of cheers when Her Majesty revealed she, like Paddington, kept a marmalade sandwich on her “for emergencies”.
Watch the reaction below:
The crowd at Buckingham Palace love the skit with the Queen and Paddington Bear #jubilee pic.twitter.com/6LqnlNxn4D
— Karla Adam (@karlaadam) June 4, 2022
Platinum Party at the Palace kicks off with surprise sketch of the Queen and Paddington Bear
Saturday 4 June 2022 20:09 , Kate Ng
The Queen has appeared in a surprise pre-recorded comic sketch with Paddington Bear at the start of the Jubilee concert.
The duffle-coat wearing bear showed the Queen how he ensured he always had his favourite treat on him just in case, lifting up his red hat to reveal his snack.
The Queen responded by revealing “So do I” before opening her bag and declaring “I keep mine in here” to show her very own ready-made supply of the bread and orange preserve staple.
The Queen revealed she shares Paddington’s love of marmalade sandwiches and keeps an emergency stash in her trademark handbag.
The monarch and the famous bear - both much loved British institutions - then tapped out the beat of the We Will Rock You anthem together on china teacups using silver spoons as a unique way of getting the celebrations under way.
Prince of Wales, Duchess of Cornwall, and Duke and Duchess of Cambridge join audience for Platinum Party at the Palace
Saturday 4 June 2022 20:04 , Kate Ng
The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall, and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have now taken their seats in the audience for the Platinum Party at the Palace concert.
Prince William and Kate Middleton are joined by their two oldest children, Prince George and Princess Charlotte.
Also in attendance is the Princess Royal, the Earl and Countess of Wessex, and Princesses Eugenie and Beatrice with their husbands.
Ministers arrive at Buckingham Palace
Saturday 4 June 2022 19:52 , Kate Ng
Following Boris Johnson’s arrival, other ministers and politicians have made their way to Buckingham Palace for the concert.
Many have been seen taking selfies and videos - some more enthusiastically than others.
Boris Johnson arrives at Platinum Party at the Palace
Saturday 4 June 2022 19:37 , Kate Ng
The prime minister and his wife have arrived at Buckingham Palace for tonight’s concert.
It comes after Boris and Carrie Johnson attended the Queen’s Service of Thankgiving at St Paul’s Cathedral on Friday.
The pair were greeted by the sound of boos and cheers from the crowds gathered outside the cathedral.
Who is performing at the Platinum Party at the Palace?
Saturday 4 June 2022 19:16 , Kate Ng
Need a refresher on who’s performing this evening? Look no further than Isobel Lewis’ explainer:
Who is performing at the Platinum Party at the Palace concert for the Jubilee?
Harry and Meghan will not attend jubilee concert at Buckingham Palace with senior royals
Saturday 4 June 2022 19:02 , Kate Ng
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will not attend the BBC’s Platinum Party at the Palace concert on Saturday evening.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have spent the day celebrating their daughter’s first birthday “privately” in Windsor.
Read the full report below:
Harry and Meghan will not attend jubilee concert at Buckingham Palace
All the patriotic outfits worn by members of the public at Buckingham Palace
Saturday 4 June 2022 18:41 , Kate Ng
Royal fans have arrived at Buckingham Palace for tonight’s jubilee concert decked out in their most patriotic gear.
Here are some of the loudest, most patriotic looks to get you into the jubilee spirit ahead of the Platinum Party at the Palace:
What time does the Platinum Jubilee concert start and how can I watch it?
Saturday 4 June 2022 18:15 , Kate Ng
The big Platinum Party at the Palace concert is nearly here.
Tom Murray has all the details on what time it starts and how you can watch it:
How to watch the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Concert
WATCH: Crowd sings ‘Sweet Caroline' in front of Buckingham Palace for Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
Saturday 4 June 2022 18:00 , Kate Ng
The waiting crowd in front of Buckingham Palace have broken into song as they wait for the concert to start.
Watch the video below to hear their rendition of “Sweet Caroline”.
Crowds gather in anticipation for Platinum Party at the Palace
Saturday 4 June 2022 17:48 , Kate Ng
Scores of people are gathered outside Buckingham Palace in anticipation for this evening’s Platinum Party at the Palace concert.
Large queues of people waiting to get into the venue have formed.
A couple who have been waiting several hours ahead of the event, David Hitchins and his wife, traveled to the capital from guildford in Surrey.
Hitchins told the PA news agency: “I was gifted two tickets after I raised £25,000 for the NHS. We’re so excited to be here and I’m very proud of what I’ve achieved.”
American Shane, 32, from Austin, Texas, has also been waiting for the concert. He has lived in London for nearly four-and-a-half years.
He told the PA news agency that being in London over the Queen’s jubilee is a “once-in-a-lifetime” experience.
He said: “Being from America this is something totally different - we would never get this. It feels like a country-wide holiday and to have such a sense of community in such a big place, it’s just incredible to embrace this moment.”
Kate Middleton made surprise visit to children’s hospital in London on Friday
Saturday 4 June 2022 17:31 , Kate Ng
The Duchess of Cambridge made an unexpected visit to a children’s hospital in central London on Friday night to meet those who were not able to celebrate the jubilee.
The Evelina Children’s Hospital wrote on Twitter: “We received a very special surprise last night! Our Patron, HRH The Duchess of Cambridge, dropped in for a private visit to meet our patients, families and staff unable to join in the celebrations this weekend.”
A masked Kate was pictured next to the bed of a young child, who had tubes attached to their face.
We received a very special surprise last night! Our Patron, HRH The Duchess of Cambridge, dropped in for a private visit to meet our patients, families and staff unable to join in the celebrations this weekend.💜🇬🇧👑 (1/2)#PlatinumJubilee #HM70 pic.twitter.com/YVArGGHVRb
— Evelina London (@EvelinaLondon) June 4, 2022
Kate has been a patron of Evelina Children’s Hospital since 2018.
It is part of Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust and treats children with complex and rare conditions from birth into adulthood.
‘Does anybody want one of my ‘stuff the jubilee’ badges?'
Saturday 4 June 2022 17:15 , Kate Ng
Although many are celebrating the jubilee, some - such as The Independent’s managing editor Richard Best - are “gobsmacked by the fact that so many working-class people are still buying into this celebration of an anachronistic institution that, for me, cannot be separated from much of what is shameful about our country’s history”.
Read his op-ed about why he won’t be attending any jubilee street parties here:
Opinion: Does anybody want one of my ‘stuff the jubilee’ badges?
Corgi-mania as more than 70 of Queen’s favourite dog gather at Balmoral
Saturday 4 June 2022 17:00 , Kate Ng
More than 70 corgis have gathered on the lawn at Balmoral Castle as part of celebrations for the Queen’s platinum jubilee.
The dogs, the Queen’s favourite breed, enjoyed a walk in the royal estate with their owners before posing for photos in the grounds.
The event in Aberdeenshire, organised by the Corgi Society of Scotland and the UK Corgi Club, brought together dozens of Cardigan Welsh and Pembroke Welsh corgis.
The Queen has owned more than 30 Corgis and Dorgis - a cross between a corgi and a dachshund - during her reign, most of which have been descended from her first corgi, Susan, who was gifted to her on her 18th birthday in 1944.
Hilary Greensill, a member of the Cardigan Welsh Corgi Association, said there was a “fantastic” atmosphere at the event on Saturday afternoon.
She said: “We have been to Balmoral before and with it being the platinum jubilee year, the estate approached us and suggested we might like to come back in the summer time.
“It is a really nice opportunity to showcase the breeds and how much fun they are and help celebrate the platinum jubilee with dogs the Queen is fond of.”
She added: “It has been fantastic, very very jolly and noisy, lots of barking, and lots of fun.
“We have had the most glorious day and the sun has been shining down and that has made everyone really happy.”
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George Ezra can’t believe he is playing at tonight’s Jubilee concert
Saturday 4 June 2022 16:30 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
George Ezra has tweeted ahead of his performance at the Platinum Party at the Palace on Saturday night.
“Here’s something I never imagined myself saying... I’m playing at Buckingham Palace tonight for the Queen’s Jubilee!!” the musician wrote in a tweet.
Here’s something I never imagined myself saying..I’m playing at Buckingham Palace tonight for the Queen’s Jubilee!! ✨ tune in to Platinum Party at the Palace from 7.30pm on BBC One for a huge evening of music and celebrations x @BBCiPlayer @BBCS_Events #PlatinumPartyatthePalace pic.twitter.com/x7AFUsdl9r
— george E Z R A (@george_ezra) June 4, 2022
Queen watching the derby in ‘comfy clothes’ at Windsor, Zara Tindall says
Saturday 4 June 2022 16:16 , Maryam Zakir-Hussain
The Queen will be watching Epsom Derby Day at home in “comfy clothes”, her granddaughter Zara Tindall has said.
The monarch did not attend the major sporting event on Saturday, opting to view it on television from Windsor Castle, where she has been sent a souvenir race card to follow the action.
Zara arrived at the sold-out racecourse in Surrey alongside husband, former rugby player Mike, just before 1pm as part of a procession, which included her mother the Princess Royal and husband Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence and brother Peter Phillips.
She said: “She will be watching on the TV - she has a few runners today dotted around the country, so she knows exactly what’s going on.
“She’ll just be sat on the sofa watching the TV. She’ll be in her comfy clothes.”
Peter was pictured with his girlfriend, who has been named in numerous reports as Lindsay Wallace, despite it being rare for the girlfriend of a member of the royal family to attend a high-profile event.
Crowds cheered and waved union flags as they made their way in to the course, with Anne seen smiling.
She appeared in the royal box while the national anthem was played by a band.
Afterwards, Anne could be seen waving and laughing, while thanking those around her for a warm welcome.
The princess was later given a painting of Dunfermline, the Queen’s winner of The Oaks race in 1977, as a gift to the monarch.
Peter, Zara and Mike could be seen on the balcony of the royal box during the second race of the day, though no celebrations took place after filly Bashkirova claimed victory.
Duke and Duchess of Cambridge lead tributes to Lilibet’s first birthday
Saturday 4 June 2022 16:00 , Kate Ng
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have led the royal tributes to Lilibet Mountbatten Windsor on her first birthday.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s daughter turns one on Saturday 4 June, on the third day of platinum jubilee celebrations in honour of the infant’s great grandmother, the Queen, whom she was named after.
Read the birthday wishes here:
Prince William and Kate lead tributes to Lilibet on first birthday
Princess Charlotte playfully attempts to conduct orchestra in Wales
Saturday 4 June 2022 15:45 , Kate Ng
Fans of Princess Charlotte have been delighted by her playful attempt at conducting an orchestra while on a visit to Cardiff Castle in Wales.
Watch the sweet video below:
Princess Charlotte playfully attempts to conduct orchestra in Wales
Princess Eugenie reveals new tattoo at service of thanksgiving
Saturday 4 June 2022 15:39 , Kate Ng
Princess Eugenie has revealed that she has a new tattoo.
The inking came to light in photographs taken at the service of thanksgiving held on Friday at St Paul’s Cathedral as part of the platinum jubilee celebrations.
Olivia Petter reports:
Princess Eugenie reveals new tattoo at service of thanksgiving
Earl and Countess of Wessex visit Northern Ireland for jubilee
Saturday 4 June 2022 15:00 , Kate Ng
The Earl and Countess of Wessex have visited Northern Ireland to celebrate the Queen’s platinum jubilee.
The couple first visited Belfast, where they joined members of the public at a 1950s-themed celebration on Royal Avenue in the city.
They met groups of performers, including the Belfast Busking Band, and heard stories of the city’s diverse communities over the last 70 years, which is explored through fashion, photography, music and dance.
Prince Edward, the youngest child of Queen Elizabeth II, also met older members of the local community, brought together by Age Friendly Belfast to share their memories and experiences.
Meanwhile, Sophie joined in with special platinum jubilee craft activities, making crowns and corgis with school children, before viewing a showcase of fashion through the ages.
The couple also tried a local delicacy, the Belfast Bap, and visited stalls at the retro jubilee market. They also watched a community dance group perform a routine that celebrates the last seven decades.
The royal couple then headed off to their second engagement of the day and travelled to Bangor, Co Down.
On the beachfront of Bangor, which has newly been awarded city status, the Earl and Countess of Wessex joined members of the public to celebrate the Queen’s platinum jubilee at a vintage, seaside funfair.
Having viewed vehicles from the last 70 years, The Earl visited a 1950s pop-up diner, where he had was able to try his hand at pulling a pint of Guinness.
PA
This is the full lineup for Platinum Party at the Palace
Saturday 4 June 2022 14:45 , Kate Ng
The BBC’s Platinum Party at the Palace on Saturday night promises to be a star-studded affair.
The official Twitter account for the royal family has released the full line-up for this evening’s concert:
Tonight the @BBC #PlatinumPartyatthePalace will see famous faces from the world of entertainment brought together to perform for a night of musical tributes to celebrate The Queen's 70-year reign.
Who are you most excited to see perform?#PlatinumJubilee pic.twitter.com/3FWMQnoqFS— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) June 4, 2022
Kate Middleton makes fashion statement in bright red coat at Cardiff Castle
Saturday 4 June 2022 14:30 , Kate Ng
The Duchess of Cambridge has turned heads in yet another brightly coloured ensemble during the platinum jubilee celebrations.
It’s not the first ensemble of the weekend that has delighted royal fans.
Olivia Petter reports on the details of Kate Middleton’s outfit:
Kate Middleton wears bright red coat at Cardiff Castle
Past and present jockeys who rode Queen’s horses dress in her colours
Saturday 4 June 2022 14:12 , Kate Ng
The Queen’s current and former jockeys have worn matching uniforms in Her Majesty’s colours at the Epsom Derby.
The guard of honour, comprised of 40 retired and current jockeys, were set to greet the Queen at the race, but the monarch was unable to attend due to her mobility issues.
The group included Willie Carson, who rode Dunfermline, the Queen’s Oaks winner, in 1977, as well as John Reid, Frankie Dettori, Ryan Moore and Hayley Turner, who were all dressed in the purple and gold silks.
The official Twitter account for the Epsom Downs Racecourse tweeted a video of the jockeys gathered together today and described it as “unreal”.
This is unreal. 🤩
4️⃣0️⃣ jockeys of past and present all wearing Her Majesty, The Queen’s silks. #CazooDerby @PJAOfficial #PlatinumJubilee pic.twitter.com/u2KUM45sax— Epsom Downs Racecourse (@EpsomRacecourse) June 4, 2022
Corgis gather on Elizabeth Line for platinum jubilee
Saturday 4 June 2022 14:00 , Kate Ng
There has been a corgi gathering on the new Elizabeth Line to celebrate the Queen’s platinum jubilee.
Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, tweeted a photograph showing at least eight corgis being held up by their owners on a staircase and said: “Corg’ blimey! We’re Jubilee ready on the Elizabeth line.”
Corg' blimey!
We're Jubilee ready on the Elizabeth line. #DogsofTwitter #PlatinumJubilee pic.twitter.com/iFTzYDbG6E— Sadiq Khan (@SadiqKhan) June 4, 2022
Prince George and Princess Charlotte make appearance in Wales with their parents
Saturday 4 June 2022 13:24 , Kate Ng
Prince William and Kate Middleton and their children, eight-year-old Prince George and seven-year-old Princess Charlotte, have arrived at Cardiff Castle to meet the performers and crew involved in the special Platinum Jubilee Celebration Concert taking place in the castle grounds on Saturday afternoon.
The couple and their children are due to watch rehearsals and meet some of the acts taking part in the celebrations including Welsh singer Bonnie Tyler.
Read the full report below:
Prince George and Princess Charlotte join parents in Wales ahead of Jubilee show
Princess Anne arrives at Epsom Derby
Saturday 4 June 2022 13:15 , Kate Ng
The Princess Royal has arrived for Epsom Derby Day with her family, while the Queen watches the horse racing from home.
It was announced on Friday that the Queen would not attend the major sporting event today, opting instead to view it on television from Windsor Castle, where she has been sent a souvenir race card to follow the action.
Princess Anne, alongside her husband Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence, arrived at the sold-out racecourse in Surrey just before 1pm as part of a procession, which included her children Peter Phillips and Zara Tindall, who was with her husband, former rugby player Mike.
Crowds cheered and waved union flags as they made their way in to the course, with Anne seen smiling.
Jubilee celebrations took place in the Queen’s absence, with 40 jockeys who have ridden for the owner-breeder donning the royal racing silks and forming a guard of honour before the national anthem was sung.
Five of the monarch’s former racehorses were also paraded, and a selection of hats inspired by the seven decades of her reign have been displayed.
PA
Will and Kate arrive in Cardiff
Saturday 4 June 2022 13:10 , Furvah Shah
Prince William and Kate Middleton have arrived in Cardiff, Wales ahead of a platinum jubilee concert at Cardiff Castle.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are joined by children Prince George, eight, and Princess Charlotte, seven, and will meet the performers and crew involved in the special performance taking place in the castle grounds on Saturday afternoon.
The couple and their children are set to watch the show’s rehearsals and meet some of the performers, including Welsh singer Bonnie Tyler.
Bonnie was made an MBE last week as a part of the Queen’s Birthday Honours for her services to music.
The visit is one many made by the royal household across the United Kingdom to mark the Queen’s platinum jubilee.
Racegoers arrive at Epsom Derby
Saturday 4 June 2022 12:55 , Furvah Shah
Racegoers have begun to arrive at the Epsom Derby in preparation for the day’s sporting events.
Attendees - many dressed in jubilee-themed clothing - will begin placing their bets on participating horses ahead of the events start time of 5.30pm.
While the Queen pulled out of attending the Derby due to experiening “discomfort” after Thursday’s jubilee celebrations, Princess Anne is thought to make an appearance.
Police have ‘no further concern’ about Trafalgar Square incident
Saturday 4 June 2022 12:30 , Furvah Shah
Police say they have “no further concerns” about an incident in Trafalgar Square this morning, where they carried out a controlled explosion and evacuated members of the public.
The Metropolitan Police say a “suspicious vehicle” was reported to them at around 9.22am and the location was evacuated briefly at around 11.06am.
The square is now being reopened and police told The Independent it was a “false alarm.”
They also confirmed the incident was “not terrorism related” and the vehicle in question has since been removed.
Police attended a report from a member of the public at 09:22hrs of a suspicious vehicle in Trafalgar Square.
This was investigated and after police took action we have no further concern.
This was not terrorism related.— MPS Westminster (@MPSWestminster) June 4, 2022
‘Controlled explosion’ at Trafalgar Square
Saturday 4 June 2022 12:10 , Furvah Shah
Police carried out a controlled explosion in Trafalgar Square, London this morning after a suspicious vehicle had been found in the area.
The public were evacuated from the location ahead of busy jubilee celebrations throughout central London today, but the square is now being reopened.
Police remain on the scene.
A representative from the Metropolitan Police told The Independent it was a “false alarm” and the car has since been removed.
What time does the Platinum Jubilee concert start and how can I watch it?
Saturday 4 June 2022 11:50 , Furvah Shah
As a part of today’s platinum jubilee celebrations, the BBC is holding a Platinum Party At The Palace concert, which will see a range of famous famous perform.
Around 22,000 people are set to attend the event, including 10,000 members of the public who won tickets in the public ballot, which closed on 23 March. Over 7,500 tickets were designated for key workers, members of the armed forces, volunteers and charities.
The concert will include performances from Queen with Adam Lambert, Alicia Keys, Duran Duran, Hans Zimmer and Eurovision runner-up Sam Ryder.
The Platinum Party At The Palace is set to take place outside Buckingham Palace at 7.30pm.
For those who were unable to get tickets, the concert is being broadcast live on BBC One, BBC iPlayer and BBC Radio 2.
Tom Murray has more details.
Police briefly evacuate Trafalgar Square after “incident"
Saturday 4 June 2022 11:35 , Furvah Shah
Police briefly evacuated Trafalgar Square this morning ahead of further jubilee celebrations.
The Metropolitan Police said they were on scene at 11.06am and warned people not to travel to the area.
At 11.16am, they said the “incident” had concluded and the square will “reopen in due course.”
Police remain on scene. The incident has now been concluded and the square will reopen in due course.
— MPS Westminster (@MPSWestminster) June 4, 2022
The details of the incident are not yet known.
Prince Edward and Sophie visiting Belfast, Northern Ireland
Saturday 4 June 2022 11:30 , Furvah Shah
Prince Edward and Sophie, Countess of Wessex are visiting Belfast, Northern Ireland today as a part of ongoing jubilee celebrations.
The Earl and Countess will join members of the public at a 1950s-themed celebration on Royal Avenue in the city and will meet groups of performers, including the Belfast Busking Band.
They are also set to hear stories of the city’s diverse communities over the last 70 years, which will be explored through fashion, photography, music and dance.
Prince Edward will go on to meet older members of the local community, brought together by Age Friendly Belfast to share their memories and experiences, while the Countess will join in with special jubilee craft activities - including making crowns and corgis with school children - before viewing a showcase of fashion through the ages.
The couple will also try a local delicacy, the Belfast Bap, will visit stalls at the Retro Jubilee Market and watch a community dance performance that celebrates the last seven decades.
The royal couple will then travel to their second engagement in the region, thought to be in Bangor, on Saturday afternoon.
Additional reporting by PA
People gather on Mall ahead of Party at the Palace
Saturday 4 June 2022 11:15 , Furvah Shah
People have begun to gather on the Mall leading up to Buckingham Palace, London ahead of this evening’s jubilee concert.
The Party at the Palace will see stars such as Queen with Adam Lambert, Alicia Keys and Duran Duran perform.
Other famous faces such as David Attenborough and Emma Raducanu are also expected to be in attendance.
Buckingham Palace have not confirmed the Queen’s attendance as Her Majesty has already pulled out of today’s Epsom Derby due to experiencing “discomfort” after Thursday’s celebrations.
But, Prince Charles and Prince William will reportedly take the stage to deliver personal messages on behalf of and to the Queen.
Best moments from Friday’s jubilee celebrations
Saturday 4 June 2022 11:00 , Furvah Shah
On Friday, we saw members of the royal family, leading politicians and other famous famous come together at St Paul’s cathedral for a historic service of thanksgiving in celebration of the Queen’s platinum jubilee.
While the Queen herself was not in attendance due to experiencing “discomfort” following Thursday’s busy day of events, she watched the service on television from Windsor Castle.
Meghan Markle returned to the UK after two years, accompanied by husband Prince Harry and other notable attendees of the service included Prince William, Kate Middleton and Prime Minister Boris Johnson.
Thousands attend Sandringham jubilee party
Saturday 4 June 2022 10:45 , Furvah Shah
Thousands of people attended a large jubilee party in the parkland of the royal Sandringham Estate on Friday.
Fans held tea parties, donned jubilee-themed clothing and waved union jacket flags as they were treated to performances by the Military Wives Choir and Welsh opera singer, Katherine Jenkins OBE.
Birthday wishes for Lilibet posted by royal family on Twitter
Saturday 4 June 2022 10:15 , Furvah Shah
Members of the royal family have shared birthday messages for Lilibet, who turns one today.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Prince Charles and Camilla, the Queen and Buckingham Palace all posted well-wishes on Twitter.
Wishing a very happy birthday to Lilibet, turning one today! 🎈
— The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (@KensingtonRoyal) June 4, 2022
Wishing Lilibet a very happy 1st birthday today! 🎂
— The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall (@ClarenceHouse) June 4, 2022
🎈Wishing Lilibet a very Happy 1st Birthday!
— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) June 4, 2022
Lilibet - whose full name is Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor - was born in California, US and she met her great-grandmother, the Queen, for the first time this weekend.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are set to have a quiet celebration for their daughter’s birthday at their former home of Frogmore Cottage, Windsor.
Edward and Sophie to visit to Northern Ireland
Saturday 4 June 2022 09:40 , Furvah Shah
Prince Edward and wife Sophie, Countess of Wessex will visit Northern Ireland today as a part of ongoing celebrations for the Queen’s platinum jubilee.
They will reportedly meet children in Belfast and Bangor who are taking part in street performances as well as art and craft sessions in the region.
Will and Kate visit Cardiff for jubilee concert
Saturday 4 June 2022 09:21 , Furvah Shah
Prince William and Kate Middleton are due to appear in Cardiff today ahead of a platinum jubilee concert at Cardiff Castle.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will meet with the performers and crew behind the event, which will feature performers such as Bonnie Tyler and will be hosted by Aled Jones and Shan Cothi.
The events organisers have partnered with Shelter Cymru to help raise awareness for homelessness in Wales.
It is a separate event to this evening’s Party at the Palace, which will be broadcasted live by the BBC from Buckingham Palace from 7.30pm. This event will see stars such as Queen with Adam Lambert and Alicia Keys perform.
Prince William and Prince Charles are also expected to take to the stage to deliver personal tributes to the Queen.
Lilibet turns one
Saturday 4 June 2022 08:55 , Furvah Shah
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s daughter, Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor, turns one today.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are expected to spend today in Windsor at their former home of Frogmore Cottage to celebrate Lilibet’s birthday.
The Queen met her great-granddaughter for the first time this weekend, according to reports.
Harry and Meghan moved to the US after stepping down as working members of the royal family in 2020.
This is the Duchess’s first trip to London in two years, while Harry last visited in 2021.
Olivia Petter has the full story.
What happened during Friday’s jubilee celebrations?
Saturday 4 June 2022 08:30 , Furvah Shah
On Friday, members of the Royal Family and leading politicians were joined by 400 key workers and volunteers for a national service of thanksgiving at St Paul’s Cathedral, London.
The Queen did not attend after experiencing “discomfort” following jubilee celebrations on Thursday and instead watched the service on television at Windsor Castle.
She will be doing the same for today’s Epsom Derby.Prince Charles, Prince William, Kate Middleton, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were all in attendance at St Paul’s.
It was Meghan and Harry’s first public appearance in the UK in two years and they were met with cheers from the crowds as they entered the cathedral.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson and wife, Carrie Johnson, were also in attendance and faced boos from the crowds as they arrived.
The Archbishop of York thanked the Queen for “staying the course” in his sermon and praised her for her “staunch constancy and a steadfast consistency, a faithfulness to God, an obedience to a vocation.”
After the service, a reception took place at Guildhall in London, hosted by the Lord Mayor of London. Members of the royal family and senior politicians were in attendance.
Met Office warns thunderstorms and heavy showers could spoil Saturday morning’s jubilee celebrations
Saturday 4 June 2022 08:10 , Furvah Shah
Thunderstorms and heavy rain could dampen platinum jubilee celebrations on Saturday morning.
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning as it predicts heavy rain and possible thunder for parts of England this morning, including London.
They said: “While many places will stay dry, thunderstorms will bring heavy rain and lightning to some places early on Saturday.”
The Epsom Derby will take place from 5.30pm and BBC’s Platinum Party at the Palace concert is set to take place from 7.30pm, featuring performances from the likes of Queen with Adam Lambert and Alicia Keys.
The weather warning is in place until 10am, but the Met Office say there remains a chance of isolated showers and cloud while heavy rain is thought to move up towards the north.
What’s on the schedule for Saturday’s platinum jubilee events?
Saturday 4 June 2022 07:48 , Furvah Shah
Today, The Epsom Derby race takes place from 5.30pm, which the Queen will not be attending.
Buckingham Palace announced the monarch had suffered “some discomfort” during Thursday’s events and will instead watch the race on television from Windsor Castle.
Other members of the royal family are expected to head to the racecourse on Derby Day instead.
From 7.30pm, the BBC’s Platinum Party at the Palace will take place. The open-air concert in front of the Palace will feature stars such as Queen with Adam Lambert, Alicia Keys, Hans Zimmer and Duran Duran.
It will be broadcast live on BBC One, BBC iPlayer and BBC Radio 2.
Duchess wears Queen’s earrings
Saturday 4 June 2022 06:00 , Jane Dalton
The Duchess of Cambridge has again paid homage to another member of the royal family, by wearing a pair of the Queen’s diamond and pearl drop earrings to Friday’s Service of Thanksgiving, a loan from the Queen to the duchess. Meredith Clark reports:
Duchess of Cambridge dons the Queen’s earrings during thanksgiving service
Picnic with footballers and get-togethers staged to thank Queen and communities
Saturday 4 June 2022 04:00 , Jane Dalton
Community events to mark the Queen’s 70 years on the throne will take place across the UK on Sunday, and have the backing of a footballing hero.
Sunday marks the final day of the jubilee festivities - as well as national Thank You Day.
The event, which began in 2021, was set up in appreciation of those who helped people through the Covid-19 pandemic, and this year coincides with the four-day bank holiday weekend for the platinum jubilee.
Millions of people are expected to gather at street parties, host a Big Jubilee Lunch or get together around the county to thank the Queen, but also to thank neighbours, family, friends, communities, the NHS and key workers for their support over the past year.
Thank You Day events include a picnic on the pitch at Wembley Stadium, with ex-England footballer John Barnes participating in a sing-along with The Kingdom Choir, who will perform a rendition of the Thank You Day Jubilee Anthem - Sweet Caroline.
Invited guests will share a meal with famous footballers.
The events have been organised by Together Coalition, which is made up of community groups and businesses that work together on campaigns and projects.
Other events include “the world’s longest lunch” on the Long Walk in Windsor, in which 3,000 people will gather for food across 488 tables, and a performance of popular hit Sea Shanty on the River Thames under Tower Bridge.
Also in London, generations of refugees from the those fleeing the Holocaust to refugees of modern conflicts including Afghanistan, Syrian and Ukraine will share a meal together and with those who helped them along the way.
Future kings will speak at concert
Saturday 4 June 2022 02:01 , Jane Dalton
The Prince of Wales and Duke of Cambridge will take to the stage to pay public tributes to the Queen during the star-studded jubilee concert.
The father and son - both future kings - will speak separately in honour of the monarch towards the end of the BBC’s open-air show, staged in the front of Buckingham Palace on Saturday evening.
Diana Ross, Queen + Adam Lambert, Alicia Keys, Hans Zimmer, George Ezra, and Eurovision 2022 runner-up Sam Ryder are among the celebrity acts preparing to entertain a live crowd of 22,000 people and a television audience of millions.
Clarence House and Kensington Palace announced both Charles and William would address the crowds at the high-profile platinum party at the palace, which falls on the third evening of the four-day jubilee festivities.
It is thought unlikely the Queen will attend the concert but confirmation of any movements will be released on the day.
Street parties around the UK
Saturday 4 June 2022 00:02 , Jane Dalton
Princess Royal visits Edinburgh
Friday 3 June 2022 23:02 , Jane Dalton
The Princess Royal fed penguins and met young Ukrainian refugees on a visit to Edinburgh Zoo.
She and her husband, Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence, are in the Scottish capital as members of the royal family visit the nations of the UK over the long weekend to celebrate the jubilee.
Friday 3 June 2022 22:00 , Jane Dalton
More images from the thanksgiving service:
The best royal outfits
Friday 3 June 2022 21:06 , Jane Dalton
Meghan Markle earned high praise for her “understated” appearance, arriving at St Paul’s Cathedral in a sleek Dior belted coat. Meanwhile, the Duchess of Cambridge turned heads in a crisp white Alexander McQueen blazer dress.
Here are Saman Javed’s favourite looks of the various royal family members:
The best royal outfits from the Queen’s platinum jubilee weekend
Five servicemen faint
Friday 3 June 2022 20:03 , Jane Dalton
Five members of the military fainted while on duty at the national thanksgiving service.
Personnel from the Royal Air Force, Royal Marines, Household Cavalry and Coldstream Guards collapsed while stationed at St Paul’s Cathedral on Friday morning.
Two members of the military guard of honour - one from the Royal Air Force Regiment and another from the Royal Marines - appeared to lose consciousness within half an hour of each other as they lined the steps up to the Great West Door waiting for the royal family to arrive.
The member of the Royal Air Force fainted and fell flat on his back on the steps before regaining consciousness.
The other man, who was standing closer to the Great West Door, momentarily appeared to lose consciousness approximately 20 minutes later, stumbling on the top steps before regaining his balance and being taken under the columns of the cathedral.
They were able to be escorted on foot away from the steps, despite stretchers being brought out.
It was a very warm and sunny day in London, with temperatures hovering at around 20C at the start of the service.
Prince Harry jokes with Princess Eugenie’s husband
Friday 3 June 2022 19:02 , Jane Dalton
Harry was spotted laughing with Princess Eugenie’s husband, Jack Brooksbank, suggesting a closeness between the two couples.
Earlier this year, his cousin Eugenie became the first member of the royal family to visit the duke and duchess at their home in California.
In another photograph, Harry and her sister Beatrice were seen swapping expressions with other royals – most likely Zara and Mike Tindall – seated across the aisle.
Prince Harry jokes with Princess Eugenie’s husband Jack Brooksbank
'Substantial' booing for Boris Johnson as he arrives for Queen’s Jubilee service
Friday 3 June 2022 18:00 , Joe Middleton
Priti Patel compared to Dolores Umbridge for her shocking pink Jubilee outfit
Friday 3 June 2022 17:30 , Joe Middleton
Home Secretary Priti Patel has turned heads at arriving at St Paul’s Cathedral for the National Thanksgiving Service during the Platinum Jubilee with her shocking pink outfit.
The controversial Tory minister was amongst the politicians at the service, which included Boris Johnson who received a mix of boos and cheers when he arrived at the cathedral with his wife Carrie.
However, Patel almost stole the show with her bright pink dress and hat, which immediately earned her comparisons to Professor Umbridge from Harry Potter.
Greg Evans reports.
Priti Patel compared to Dolores Umbridge for her shocking pink Jubilee outfit
Video: Piers Morgan rants about vegans during Queen’s Jubilee coverage
Friday 3 June 2022 17:00 , Joe Middleton
IYCMI: Queen ‘meets Lilibet for the first time’
Friday 3 June 2022 16:30 , Joe Middleton
The Queen has met her great-granddaughter, Lilibet Mountbatten Windsor, for the first time, according to reports.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are in London this weekend with their two children for the monarch’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations.
According to royal commentator Omid Scobie, co-author of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s biography Finding Freedom, the couple introduced their youngest child to the Queen on Thursday.
Olivia Petter reports.
Queen ‘meets Lilibet for first time’ in Windsor
Queen pulls out of Epsom Derby appearance
Friday 3 June 2022 16:06 , Joe Middleton
The Queen will not attend the Epsom Derby on Saturday as planned, Buckingham Palace has confirmed.
However, the monarch is expected to watch the sporting event on TV from Windsor Castle.
Olivia Petter reports.
Queen pulls out of Epsom Derby appearance
Pictured: Brits celebrate historic platinum jubilee
Friday 3 June 2022 15:58 , Joe Middleton
Prince Harry helps Meghan Markle straighten her dress collar at platinum jubilee celebration
Friday 3 June 2022 15:47 , Joe Middleton
As Prince Harry and Meghan Markle walked hand in hand to the Queen’s platinum jubilee celebration on Friday, the Duke of Sussex took a moment to help his wife with her dress collar.
The couple arrived at St Paul’s Cathedral, along with other members of the royal family, for the Service of Thanksgiving, as part of the four day holiday celebrations in honour of the Queen’s 70 year-reign.
In footage obtained by ABC News, Prince Harry could be seen straightening his tie, while his wife exited their car, outside of the church.
Prince Harry helps Meghan Markle straighten her collar at at jubilee celebration
Queen found Jubilee celebrations ‘very tiring’ but had ‘lovely time’
Friday 3 June 2022 15:37 , Joe Middleton
The Queen had a “lovely” time at Thursday’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations but found the day “very tiring”, the Duchess of Cambridge is said to have told an attendee at a Guildhall reception.
Gill Smallwood from Bolton spoke with Kate on Friday after a service of thanksgiving at the nearby St Paul’s Cathedral.
Ms Smallwood said she had asked Kate how the Queen was doing.
She told PA: “She (Kate) said, ‘yes, she was fine, it was just very tiring yesterday, and she (the Queen) had had a lovely, lovely time’.”
Ms Smallwood, chief executive of domestic violence charity Fortalice, was made an MBE in the New Year honours.
David and Victoria Beckham to host special Jubilee lunch
Friday 3 June 2022 15:17 , Joe Middleton
David and Victoria Beckham will host a special Jubilee lunch for inspirational individuals as part of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations.
The couple will celebrate people who have made incredible contributions to their communities.
The Beckham’s Big Jubilee Lunch will air as part of the Platinum Pageant on BBC One on Sunday June 5.
In a post shared to Instagram on Thursday, David, 47, ?hailed the Queen’s reign as “remarkable”, writing: “Today, we celebrate our Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. 70 years of service and inspirational leadership of our country.
“Let’s come together and commemorate her remarkable reign with a great British party these next few days.”
David was made an OBE by the Queen in 2003 for services to football. Victoria and two of the couple’s sons, Brooklyn and Romeo, as well as David’s grandparents, were in attendance to see him accept the honour.
Victoria was also made an OBE in 2017 for services to the fashion industry.
Those attending the couple’s lunch include MBE recipients, including Judith Harper, who was made an MBE for services to fostering, having fostered more than 100 children.
Also at the lunch will be Saeed Atcha, who was made an MBE for services to young people and the community in 2019. At 22-years-old, Atcha was the youngest recipient on the 2019 Honours list.
Platinum Jubilee: Harry and William sit on opposite sides of cathedral at service of thanksgiving
Friday 3 June 2022 15:07 , Joe Middleton
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex sat on the opposite side of the cathedral to the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge at the special Service of Thanksgiving held in honour of the Queen’s platinum jubilee.
On Friday, members of the royal family gathered at St Paul’s Cathedral for the service while the Queen, who pulled out due to experiencing “discomfort” at yesterday’s proceedings, watched on TV from Windsor.
While Prince William and Kate were seated on the right hand side of the cathedral in the front row, Harry and Meghan were seated on the left hand side in the second row.
Olivia Petter reports.
Harry and William sit on opposite sides of cathedral at service of thanksgiving
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