Her majesty the queen

Royal expert Katie Nicholl told GB News Breakfast with Eamonn Holmes and Isabel Webster: 'I can tell you exclusively that they were invited at the end of August.'

One of the monarch's ornaments had a special meaning

“‘On the occasion of my 95th birthday today, I received many messages of good wishes, which I very much appreciate. My family and I would like to thank you all for the support and kindness shown to us in recent days.’ The Queen on her 95th Birthday https://t.co/tt64f5Lw33”

RICHARD KAY: As dresser, personal assistant and confidante, the Liverpool docker's daughter occupied an intriguing role in the late Queen's life.

Queen Elizabeth reportedly revealed the worst day of her entire life. Here's what she said.

The Duchess paid her respects

Not quite the usual kind of thing that I post but these are Canadian postcards so I guess it counts. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II Queen by the Grace of God of the United kingdom, Canada, and her Other Realms and Territories, Queen Head of the Commonwealth, Defender of the Faith. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II Queen by the Grace of God of the United kingdom, Canada, and her Other Realms and Territories, Queen Head of the Commonwealth, Defender of the Faith.

The Queen and Prince Philip are the last to leave Sandringham, where they spend Christmas with the family

The royal, 93 , is reportedly discussing bringing in the 1937 Regency Act in two years, which allows the monarch to hand over power if it is felt they are unable to perform their duties.

In recognition of Prince Philip's passing, here are some highlights from this near-centenarian's amazingly colorful life.