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BBC's coverage of Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral and has received an outpouring of support from viewers and fellow journalists.The BBC presenter has taken to Twitter to respond to messages while calling his colleagues an "army of the best talent".Huw, the broadcaster who broke the news of Her Majesty’s passing to millions of BBC viewers, shortly after 6.30pm on Thursday, September 8, has been an almost constant presence on screen after her death.He posted four behind-the-scenes pictures from the BBC's coverage along with a snap of Westminster Abbey with a rainbow.He captioned the pictures in view of his 174,000 Twitter followers: "Behind the camera - an army of the best talent in broadcasting."My thanks to them and to all of you for the kind messages. Diolch."Many social media users rushed to the comments to compliment the broadcaster for his exceptional work.Lawa2209 said: "Huw, you’ve been brilliant the last 11 days.

Media across the world has praised the state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, with some even referring to it as the “greatest funeral ever.” Taking place on 19 September and broadcasted all over the globe, it’s estimated that the send off for Britain’s longest reigning monarch was seen by around 4 billion people. If these estimates are proved correct, it will smash records as the most-watched TV event ever, overtaking a huge number of other royal events, including the funeral of Diana, Princess of Wales.

BBC viewers have urged for the broadcaster to be ‘protected’ after praising coverage of the Queen’s funeral today. Huw Edwards led coverage today, with Kirsty Young, Fergal Keane, David Dimbleby, and Sophie Raworth were also on the bill to cover the historic event alongside him. The monumental event, which is expected to become the most watched global broadcast in history with an approximate 4.

VANESSA Feltz broke down in tears on live TV as she discussed the poignant details of the Queen's funeral. The veteran broadcaster became emotional while interviewing Royal commenter Emily Andrews and broadcaster Richard Tice during her TalkTV show.

BBC Breakfast star Dan Walker has said that he "held breath" as coffin bearers carried Queen Elizabeth II at her state funeral today.He also praised former co-star Huw Edwards who "played a blinder" throughout his coverage of the historical occasion. Today (September 19) the United Kingdom - and the entire world - bid a final farewell to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II following her passing on September 8.READ NEXT: India Willoughby claims Royal Family should have 'full power' as she slams MPsWith a huge state funeral taking place in Westminster Abbey, the event was attended by dignitaries from around the world - as well as members of the general public, and of course the Royal Family.

Following the Queen’s funeral at Westminster Abbey on 19 September, her coffin travelled in the State Hearse to Windsor where she will be laid to rest. Ahead of her burial alongside Prince Philip at St George’s Chapel, there was a committal service for Her late Majesty in Windsor.The Queen’s coffin travelled from London to Windsor and along the way, it drove past the statues of her parents, King George VI and Elizabeth, the Queen Mother.The coffin procession went past the bronze statues, which are situated between The Mall and Carlton Gardens, in moving scenes and during the time, Sky Royal Events Commentator Alastair Bruce's powerful words left many viewers at home in tears. "The Queen passes her two proud parents, watching from the side of the Mall," he said.

state funeral for Queen Elizabeth II gets underway, viewers have taken to social media urging U.S. anchors to cut down on excessive commentary. Most of the complaints began during the procession transferring the Queen’s coffin from Westminster Hall, where it has been lying in state since Wednesday, to Westminster Abbey, where the funeral is taking place. The procession, which began around 10.45 a.m. in London (5.45 a.m. EST) was led by military personnel and included the Queen’s children King Charles III, Princess Anne, Prince Andrew, Prince Edward and her grandchildren Prince William, Prince Harry and Peter Phillips, who followed the gun carriage bearing her coffin.

Huw Edwards is one of the BBC's most recognisable faces and he's often chosen to front coverage of national and international events, particularly those related to the Royal Family. The 61 year old announced the death of Queen Elizabeth II on BBC News on 8 September, and he's also been selected to lead the coverage of Her Majesty's State Funeral. Huw joined the BBC as a trainee back in 1984 and his broadcasting career has continued to go from strength to strength ever since.

Piers Morgan, 57, has made his way over to Buckingham Palace to say farewell to the Queen.The presenter paid tribute to the late ruler, as he branded Queen Elizabeth II our “greatest ever monarch”. It comes as Queen Elizabeth II will be laid to rest alongside her late husband during a private burial this evening after her state funeral at Westminster Abbey. Piers himself will be providing coverage of the Queen’s funeral for Fox News alongside Martha McCallum and Ainsley Earhardt. The TalkTV presenter shared a snap of himself looking sombre in front of Buckingham palace wearing a black suit. Alongside the photo, he wrote: "Early start at the Palace. “Going to be a long, historic and incredibly moving day as we say goodbye to our greatest ever Monarch. #QueenFuneral."Mourners took to the comments to share their thoughts and wish Piers well. @Kaleidoscopec17 wrote: “Today, they bury her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II after 70 years of self sacrificing service, to the world.

While the rest of the nation continues mourning for Her Majesty, one little boy from Worcester has been left especially devastated by her passing. Jack, 7, has autism, and it was his adoration for The Queen that saw his development and behaviour come on in leaps and bounds. He lives with his older sister Charlotte, 11, welder dad Steven, 38, and care assistant mum Melanie, 37.

Queen Elizabeth II died on September 8 at the age of 96 years old at her beloved Scottish home of Balmoral Castle.The country is now in a national period of mourning as the Royal Family and government prepare the state funeral.King Charles III is overseeing the preparations, alongside Prince William and Prince Harry.It is set to be one of the biggest events in modern British history, with world leaders from across the globe travelling to attend.It will be broadcast live to millions to see across the UK, Commonwealth and the wider world.The Queen’s funeral will be held on Monday, September 19.At 6.30am on the day of the funeral, the Queen’s lying-in-state will end and the public will no longer be able to file past her coffin.Then, at 9am, Big Ben will chime with its bell hammer muffled with a leather pad before the Queen’s funeral cortege will arrive at Westminster Abbey at 11am.The funeral will be held at Westminster Abbey, with the country observing a minute’s silence as the Queen’s coffin arrives around 11am.Queen Elizabeth II is the first monarch to be buried there since King George II in 1760.He now lies in the Hanoverian burial vault under the central aisle of the Lady Chapel beside his queen, Caroline.The Queen’s state funeral is being broadcast on TV for all members of the public to see.It will be televised on BBC One, BBC Two and BBC News, with the channels providing wall-to-wall coverage of the event throughout most the day.Viewers will also be able to see it on BBC iPlayer on TV, online or through the app.Coverage will begin at 8am and last until 5pm with presenters ranging from Huw Edwards, Kirsty Young, Fergal Keane, Sophie Raworth and David Dimbleby.Sky News on the other hand has confirmed its schedule for

Queen’s coffin at Westminster Hall. The actor, 44, took to social media to share his experience of queueing to pay his respects to the late monarch, alongside other celebrities such as actor Tilda Swinton, former footballer David Beckham, former prime minister Theresa May, and the Good Morning Britain host Susanna Reid.

GOGGLEBOX stars broke down in tears tonight as they paid tribute to the Queen following her death. The popular show aired at 9pm, and the show favourites were seen watching the announcement that the Queen had died, and got emotional as they discovered the news. The stars of the show were seen in tears, with Mary being reassured by Giles as the National Anthem was played.

Gogglebox were moved to tears as they reacted to the death of the Queen on Friday's episode (September 16).Her late Majesty passed away aged 96 last Thursday (September8) at her Balmoral estate following a remarkable 70 years on the throne. The Channel 4 show sees its cast of lovable coach-potatoes watch the biggest moments on TV every week, and it didn't shy away from covering the Queen's passing which shook up the globe.READ MORE:Gogglebox stars' hottest snaps - bikini bombshells, tiny shorts and skimpy dressesThe cast watched veteran presenter Huw Edwards break the historic moment on BBC News.Fan-favourite Jenny Newby, who sits alongside her best mate Lee Riley, broke down crying over the monarch and proceeded to sing the national anthem in a moving tribute.After reaching for the tissues, Jenny said: "When she first took over, she said 'Be it a long reign or a short reign' she would reign until the end and that's what she did."Lee affectionately agreed: "She has."Later on, Jenny shared early childhood memory she had of the Queen as photos of Her late Majesty appeared on the screen during the BBC broadcast.Jenny said: "We used to have pictures like that in our school when we was little."Despite her tears, Jenny sung along to the national anthem that played during the BBC montage.Mary Killen, who appears with her husband Giles, welled up too as she said: "There's nobody of that stature in our public life that we can admire.

There were tears on Gogglebox as it returned for the second time since the Queen's death was announced. Queen Elizabeth II died last Thursday, September 8, at Balmoral. She was 96 and recently celebrated 70 years on the throne with her Platinum Jubilee, making her the longest-reigning monarch in British history.

The Queen's funeral will be broadcast around the world at 11am on Monday September 19, as she is laid to rest.

Broadcaster JJ Chalmers has revealed how honoured he felt when the Queen revealed she had watched him perform on Strictly Come Dancing.

A royal expert has said that the Queen "knew she wasn't going to come back from Balmoral” and that her final wish was to pass there. Queen Elizabeth II died aged 96 at her estate in Balmoral, Scotland, on Thursday 8 September, away from her main residence at Buckingham Palace.

The Queen knew she wasn't going to come back from Balmoral and wanted to pass away at the Scottish residence, a royal expert has claimed. Katie Nicholl, Vanity Fair's royal correspondent, believes the monarch wanted to spend her final days at Aberdeenshire estate, as opposed to Buckingham Palace or Windsor Castle.