Queen Elizabeth II‘s impact was felt and respected by people around the world, and many of the planet’s most esteemed leaders and non-British dignitaries attended the Queen’s funeral events on Monday to honor Her Majesty‘s life and legacy.
Over 2,000 guests gathered at Westminster Abbey for the state funeral, including royalty from at least 15 countries, as well as at least nine of the world’s political leaders and six former British prime ministers. United States President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden were among the world leaders to attend the London funeral, as well as New Zealand’s Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
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While many of the world’s politicians made the trip to England to honor Queen Elizabeth, royalty from nearly every continent also arrived in a show of reverence for all the Queen accomplished during her 70-year servitude to the crown. From King Letsie III of Lesotho and Prince Albert of Monaco to Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan, the non-British royal turnout for Queen Elizabeth’s state funeral is a true testament to the lives she touched around the world with the impact of her reign.
Read on for the full rundown of global dignitaries who attended Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral events on Monday, Sept. 19.
Belgium: Queen Mathilde & King Philippe
Queen Mathilde and King Philippe of Belgium were photographed upon arrival for the Queen’s funeral, both looking somber.
Bhutan: King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck & Queen Jetsun Pema
King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema of Bhutan also made the trip to London to pay their respects to Queen Elizabeth II.
Brunei: Prince Abdul Mateen
Prince Abdul Mateen of Brunei arrived at Westminster Abbey with Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah ahead of the Queen’s state funeral.
Denmark & Greece: Queen Margrethe II & Crown Prince Pavlos
Queen Margrethe II of Denmark and Pavlos, Crown Prince of Greece were seen walking together to the committal service at St. George’s Chapel, which took place following the state funeral at Westminster Abbey.
Japan: Emperor Naruhito & Empress Masako
Japan’s Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako arrived at Westminster Abbey ahead of King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema of Bhutan.
Jordan: Princess Haya bint Al Hussein
Princess Haya bint Al Hussein, daughter of King Hussein of Jordan, attended the committal service for Queen Elizabeth with a few guests.
Lesotho: King Letsie III
King Letsie III of Lesotho arrived in London to attend Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral as well.
Liechtenstein: Hereditary Prince Alois & Princess Sophie
Liechtenstein’s Hereditary Prince Alois and Princess Sophie were among the many royal arrivals ahead of the Queen’s state funeral.
Luxembourg: Grand Duchess Maria Teresa & Grand Duke Henri
Grand Duchess Maria Teresa and Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg joined the procession of funeral attendees at Westminster Abbey.
Malaysia: His Majesty Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah & Her Majesty Raja Permaisuri Agong Tunku Hajah Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah
Malaysia’s dignitaries, His Majesty Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah and Her Majesty Raja Permaisuri Agong Tunku Hajah Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah, arrived for Queen Elizabeth II’s state funeral in London on Monday.
Monaco: Prince Albert & Princess Charlene
Monaco’s Prince Albert and Princess Charlene arrived arm in arm at Westminster Abbey on Monday.
Netherlands: King Willem-Alexander, Queen Máxima, & Princess Beatrix
The Netherlands’ King Willem-Alexander attended the state funeral service for Queen Elizabeth alongside his wife, Queen Máxima, and his mother, Princess Beatrix.
Romania: Prince Radu & Princess Margareta
Romania’s Prince Radu and Princess Margareta were photographed as they arrived at St. George’s Chapel inside Windsor Castle.
Spain: King Felipe VI & Queen Letizia
Among the world’s royalty were Spain’s King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia, who arrived to pay their respects to the late British Queen.
Sweden: King Carl XVI Gustaf & Queen Silvia
Sweden’s King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia were also among the global royals to honor Queen Elizabeth II’s life and reign at Monday’s state funeral.
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