Basic details:
- Name: Elizabeth II
- Age: 96 (Born April 21, 1926)
- Birthplace: London, England
- Profession: Queen of the United Kingdom and other Commonwealth realms
- Height: 5′ 4″ (1.63 m)
- Education: Homeschooled by private tutors, studied constitutional history and law, history, and languages
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus
- Nationality: British
Net worth: Estimated at $350 million – $500 million
Career
i. Overview:
Queen Elizabeth II became queen on February 6, 1952, following the death of her father, King George VI. She is the longest-reigning monarch in British history and the longest-serving current head of state.
ii. Milestones and achievements:
Among her many milestones, Queen Elizabeth II has celebrated her Silver, Golden, Diamond, and Sapphire Jubilees, marking 25, 50, 60, and 65 years on the throne, respectively.
Personal life
i. Relationships:
Queen Elizabeth II was married to Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, from 1947 until his death in 2021.
ii. Family:
Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip had four children: Charles, Prince of Wales; Princess Anne, The Princess Royal; Prince Andrew, Duke of York; and Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex. She is also a grandmother and great-grandmother.
iii. Controversies:
As a reigning monarch, Queen Elizabeth II has faced various controversies over the years, including the handling of Princess Diana’s death and the recent “Megxit” event with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.
Trivia and lesser-known facts:
- Queen Elizabeth II served in the Auxiliary Territorial Service during World War II.
- She is the first British monarch to have celebrated a Sapphire Jubilee.
- The Queen is an avid fan of horse racing and owns several racehorses.
Social media links:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroyalfamily/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/RoyalFamily
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBritishMonarchy
