Princess Charlotte Cries at Queen Elizabeth II's Funeral: See the Heartbreaking Moment
Princess Charlotte showed that no matter how privileged you may be, losing your beloved great-grandmother is heartbreaking.
Prince William and Kate Middleton's only daughter, 7, and Prince George remained remarkably and impeccably composed during Queen Elizabeth II's funeral services on Monday, Sept. 19, but Charlotte grew emotional at one moment following the monarch's state funeral.
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Kate Middleton, Princess Charlotte, Prince George, Queen Consort Camilla, and Meghan Markle after Queen Elizabeth II's State Funeral on Sept. 19, 2022, in London
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In photos, the young princess can be seen sobbing as her mother, Duchess Kate, comforts her as she stands with 9-year-old George, Queen Consort Camilla and Meghan Markle.
The tears came as the Queen's casket was moved from a gun carriage into a hearse.
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Princess Charlotte appears to cry after Queen Elizabeth II's State Funeral on Sept. 19, 2022, in London.
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At another point during the procession, cameras caught Princess Charlotte as the young royal shared a sweet smile with Duchess Meghan while Camilla appeared frustrated.
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The Queen's funeral procession was the first in which Charlotte and her big brother have ever participated.
The long-reigning monarch died on Sept. 8, 2022, at 96 years old.
A private funeral at St. George's Chapel in Windsor Castle followed the state funeral.
Next, find out King Charles III's sweet final tribute to the Queen.
