‘Queen Elizabeth was a life well lived’: Charles in his maiden address as King

Queen Elizabeth was a life well lived, said her son and successor Charles in his maiden address as King. He also thanked his “darling mama” for the “love, affection, guidance and example” she showed. King Charles also spoke of the “profound grief” that had gripped the royal family and the nation with her passing away.

The 73-year-old King also used the address to pledge to serve the United Kingdom, its realms and the Commonwealth with loyalty and dedication. Charles also used his address to create his son and heir, Prince William, the Prince of Wales and also Duke of Cornwall – the titles he formerly held.

The broadcast, which followed a minute’s silence at St. Paul’s Cathedral, was recorded in the Blue Drawing Room of Buckingham Palace this afternoon, King Charles III and his wife, Queen Consort Camilla, greeted large crowds gathered outside Buckingham Palace in London before holding his first audience with Prime Minister Liz Truss. Queen Elizabeth II died on Friday at the age of 96.