Paul McCartney has paid tribute to The Queen following her death.
Queen Elizabeth II died today, Friday September 8, at Balmoral surrounded by her family after Buckingham Palace confirmed doctors were concerned for her health. In a statement, the Palace said: "The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon. The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow. "
On Thursday Buckingham Palace released a statement stating concern for the Queen’s health. It read: “Following further evaluation this morning, The Queen’s doctors are concerned for Her Majesty’s health and have recommended she remain under medical supervision. The Queen remains comfortable and at Balmoral.”
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Prominent members of the Royal Family, including Prince Charles and Prince William, rushed to Balmoral following the statement to be by the Queen’s bedside. The Queen has battled several health issues over the past year and missed two days of her Platinum Jubilee celebrations because of “discomfort” and mobility issues.
Paul McCartney has now paid tribute to The Queen. In a statement on Twitter the Beatle said: "God bless Queen Elizabeth II. May she rest in peace. Long live The King." Alongside the tweet he also shared a black and white image of Her Majesty.
The 80-year-old met the late Monarch on numerous occasions, including at the Walker Art gallery during her Golden Jubilee visit in 2012. In 1997 he was also knighted by Queen Elizabeth II.
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