Britain's longest-reigning Monarch
Britain's Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are among those wishing Britain's Queen Elizabeth a happy birthday.
Britain's longest-reigning Monarch turns 96 today.
William and Kate have posted birthday wishes on Twitter, calling, is "an inspiration to so many across the UK, the Commonwealth and the world."
Wishing Her Majesty The Queen a very happy 96th birthday today!
— The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) April 21, 2022
An inspiration to so many across the UK, the Commonwealth and the world, it’s particularly special to be celebrating in this #PlatinumJubilee year. pic.twitter.com/iWfyorcd8I
The British monarchy's official Twitter account has also marked the day - with a black and white photograph of the then Princess Elizabeth.
Happy Birthday Your Majesty!
— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) April 21, 2022
Today as The Queen turns 96, we’re sharing this photograph of the young Princess Elizabeth aged 2.
Then, in 1928, it was never expected she would be Queen, and this year Her Majesty is celebrating her #PlatinumJubilee - a first in British history. pic.twitter.com/DnwsMU81I3
Barbie has unveiled a limited-edition doll making the British Queen's birthday and Platinum Jubilee.
The doll wears an ivory gown and a tiara, similar to that which the Queen had on her wedding day.
The doll will be part of the Barbie Tribute Collection, which launched last year to celebrate those who have left an outstanding legacy on society.
Britain's Queen Elizabeth is being honored with a Barbie doll in her likeness to mark her Platinum Jubilee this year https://t.co/tlMzolAhTf pic.twitter.com/4T3A9pQ4HQ
— Reuters (@Reuters) April 21, 2022