Prince William has released an official statement following the news of the Queen's death. Read here...
September 10, 2022 - 16:35 BST Sharnaz Shahid Prince William has touched upon their heartache following the news of the Queen's death.In a statement, William - who will now be known as the Prince of Wales - said: "On Thursday, the world lost an extraordinary leader, whose commitment to the country, the Realms and the Commonwealth was absolute. So much will be said in the days ahead about the meaning of her historic reign."I, however, have lost a grandmother.
"My grandmother famously said that grief was the price we pay for love. All of the sadness we will feel in the coming weeks will be testament to the love we felt for our extraordinary Queen. I will honour her memory by supporting my father, The King, in every way I can."The day before, King Charles announced their new titles in his historic address to the nation, saying how proud he was to bestow the title on his eldest son and heir.
The King said:"As my heir, William now assumes the Scottish titles which have meant so much to me. He succeeds me as Duke of Cornwall and takes on the responsibilities for the Duchy of Cornwall which I have undertaken for more than five decades."Today, I am proud to create him Prince of Wales, Tywysog Cymru, the country whose title I have been so greatly privileged to bear during so much of my life and duty.
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