Charles becomes new British monarch

On Sep 8, 2022

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The eldest son of Queen Elizabeth II has assumed the crown after her death

The former Prince Charles is now the King of the United Kingdom following the death of his mother Queen Elizabeth II in Scotland on Thursday.

The long serving heir apparent takes over the monarchy at the age of 73, assuming ownership of her title and role as head of the Commonwealth as well as her land and property. His longtime companion Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, becomes queen consort.

Queen Elizabeth II’s “loss will be deeply felt throughout the country, the Realms and the Commonwealth, and by countless people around the world,” the newly-ascended King wrote in an official statement released by Buckingham Palace on Thursday. “During this period of mourning and change, my family and I will be comforted and sustained by our knowledge of the respect and deep affection in which The Queen was so widely held.”

The prince’s official website redirects audiences to the main Royal Family site, which has been temporarily replaced with a screen memorializing Queen Elizabeth II and hinting at the “appropriate changes” being made to reflect the new leadership.

The eldest of the queen’s four children with her late husband Prince Philip, Charles has reportedly opted to take the name Charles III for his official monarchic title. Next in line for succession is Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge, Charles’ elder son with the late Princess Diana.

As a member of the royal family, Charles is strongly discouraged from meddling in UK politics, and has exercised his influence via philanthropy instead, founding, sponsoring, or donating to hundreds of charities and NGOs. Among his pet causes are environmental “sustainability” and preservation of classic architectural styles.

Queen Elizabeth died at her Scottish residence Balmoral Castle as the longest-serving monarch in British history with 70 years on the throne. She had been placed under “medical supervision” shortly before her death.

Her last official act was to officially appoint Liz Truss as prime minister of the UK.

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