# King Charles’ ‘darling Mama’ tribute to Queen Elizabeth II

2026-08-12T23:11:57+00:00 | World & Diplomacy | Indian Opinion Desk

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King Charles III addressed the nation on 9 September 2022, the day after Queen Elizabeth II's death, with a personal tribute recorded in the Blue Drawing Room. He described her death as a "last great journey" to join Prince Philip. Calling her "my darling Mama", he thanked her for love and devotion to family and the Commonwealth. The speech ended with a line from Shakespeare's Hamlet: "May flights of angels sing thee to thy rest." The Times of India reports the tribute reflected her 70-year reign and personal significance to him.

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- timesofindia.indiatimes.com <https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/uk/quote-of-the-day-by-king-charles-to-my-darling-mama-as-you-begin-your-last-great-journey-to-join-my-dear-a-tribute-to-queen-elizabeth-on-gratitude-service-and-a-sons-farewell/articleshow/133188765.cms>

Tags: British monarchy, Commonwealth, King Charles III, Queen Elizabeth II, royal tribute, Shakespeare
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