Rod Stewart, Mick Jagger, Paul McCartney and more musical greats pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth
09.09.2022 - 11:23
/ msn.com
Sirs Rod Stewart, Mick Jagger and Paul McCartney are among the greats of the music world to pay tribute to the late Queen Elizabeth. The British monarch passed away on Thursday (08. 09.
22) afternoon at the age of the 96, sparking an outpouring of grief around the world, and a number of the UK's legendary performers have taken to their social media accounts to reflect on her death. 'Maggie May' singer Rod, 77, admitted it has been a "devastating" few days because he is also mourning the loss of his brother. He tweeted: "It has been a devastating 48 hours.
My brother Don passed on Tuesday at 94 and today Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II at 96. "Like Don, the Queen has been a presence all through my life as a great unifier. A shining star that will never fade in our hearts and souls.
What a privilege it was to perform for her. "My deepest sympathies to the Royal Family. "God save the King.
" Mick, 79, reflected on how the queen has been a constant presence throughout his life. He posted: "For my whole life Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II has always been there. In my childhood I can recall watching her wedding highlights on TV.
I remember her as a beautiful young lady, to the much beloved grandmother of the nation. My deepest sympathies are with the Royal family. " And a separate message from his band the Rolling Stones read: "The Rolling Stones extend their deepest sympathy to the Royal family on the death of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, who was a constant presence in their lives as in countless others.
" Like Rod, Beatles legend Paul, 80, also pledged his support for the new King Charles in his post. He tweeted: “God bless Queen Elizabeth II. May she rest in peace.