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Queen Elizabeth II Passes Away, Royal Family Undergoes Changes
Queen Elizabeth II, the beloved monarch of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth realms, passed away at Balmoral on Thursday, leaving a nation in mourning.
Her death has triggered a series of changes within the British royal family, particularly in terms of official titles and roles.
Prince Charles, who has served as the Prince of Wales for over six decades, immediately assumed the role of king upon the Queen’s passing on September 8.
He is now known as King Charles III, the new ruler of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth realms.
As is customary, Camilla Parker Bowles, the wife of the monarch, will now be styled as Queen Consort.
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However, this was not always the expected outcome for her.
There were speculations that she might take on the title of Princess Consort instead.
Queen Elizabeth II, however, made her wish known earlier this year, ensuring that Camilla would be recognized as Queen Consort.
With the ascension of Queen Elizabeth II’s heir, the line of succession has shifted.
Prince William, who was previously second in line to the British throne, is now next in line to become king.
Along with his wife, Kate Middleton, he has also received new royal titles following the Queen’s passing.
Their official Twitter and Instagram accounts were updated to include the Dukedom of Cornwall.
They are now officially known as the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall and Cambridge.
It is expected that they will eventually inherit the titles of Prince and Princess of Wales.
However, it should be noted that Prince William will not automatically become the Prince of Wales.
This title will have to be conferred upon him by his father, King Charles III.
The current king himself became the Prince of Wales in 1958, although his investiture did not occur until 1969.
Prince William and Kate Middleton’s three children, who are now second, third, and fourth in line to the British throne, are also set to receive new royal titles.
According to royal expert Marlene Koenig, they will become the Prince and Princess of Cornwall and Cambridge.
Once their father becomes the Prince of Wales, their names and titles will align accordingly.
As for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, it is believed that no immediate changes will be made to their names and titles.
The focus remains on the mourning period and preparations for the Queen’s state funeral, which is scheduled to take place on Monday, September 19.
Throughout Britain, floral tributes have been left in honor of the late Queen.
Hillsborough Castle, a royal residence in Northern Ireland, has become a focal point for mourners, with a temporary closure to the public for the reading of King Charles III’s accession proclamation, accompanied by a 21-gun salute.
Tributes have also been placed at the British Embassy in Dublin, where Ambassador Paul Johnston expressed gratitude for the condolences received.
The Irish government, including President Michael D Higgins, Taoiseach Micheal Martin, and Foreign Affairs Minister Simon Coveney, visited the embassy to pay their respects and sign a book of condolence.
The embassy will remain open next week for members of the public wishing to express their sympathies.
The passing of Queen Elizabeth II marks the end of an era and a significant transition for the British royal family.
As the nation mourns, it prepares to bid farewell to its beloved monarch and embrace the new reign of King Charles III.
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