This timeline details the final years of Queen Elizabeth II's life and her eventual passing.
Prince Philip's Retirement
August 2017
Prince Philip officially retired from public life, though he continued to make occasional appearances.
Reduction of Duties
2020s
Elizabeth began to reduce her official engagements, passing more duties to Prince Charles and other senior members of the royal family.
Death
September 8, 2022
Queen Elizabeth II passed away peacefully at Balmoral Castle in Scotland at the age of 96, with her immediate family by her side.
Funeral and State Mourning
September 12-19, 2022
Her coffin was carried in processions and lay in state at St Giles' Cathedral and Westminster Hall before her funeral, which was attended by dignitaries from around the world.
