Nigel Farage admits to ‘feeling depressed’ after Queen’s death in emotional tribute to late monarch
Nigel Farage has opened up on how the day's events played out
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GB News presenter Nigel Farage has opened up on the thoughts and feelings he experienced after the Queen’s death, a year on from the historic day.
Farage was preparing to present his show on GB News as the moment occurred, and admitted to having his “stiff upper lip” nature challenged.
On the first anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II’s death, leading figures from the Royal Family have been out in force as they commemorate the life of the longest serving monarch.
The King and Queen attended the Scottish church where the late Queen worshipped for a poignant event where private prayers were said and a moment of reflection was observed.
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The former Brexit Party leader said he has vivid recollections of realising “the most respected person in the world” had died.
“When I heard a piece of paper had been run into the House of Commons that day, I knew what had happened”, he said.
“I would regard myself as a stiff upper lip type, I don’t believe in showing emotion too much, but I found it really difficult.
“She had been there our whole lives, she was somebody we respected, admired.
“For me it wasn’t the death of somebody of 96-years-old with an illness, it was the values going with her.
“I was sad about it, but also slightly depressed about it.”
Queen Elizabeth II died at the age of 96 in 2022PAFarage admitted to feeling concerned about the future of the monarchy as the adored head of state passed away.
“I was fearful. Charles and I have had a few fallings out in the past”, he told Patrick Christys.
“I was worried we’d see an increasingly politicised monarchy, but we haven’t, he has done a good job.
“A year on, is the monarchy in a weaker position? I don’t think it is.
“I’m pleased to see that my fears have been unfounded.”
Queen Elizabeth died peacefully at her Balmoral home aged 96 on September 8 last year, after serving as sovereign for 70 years, and was mourned by her family and friends and remembered by the nation.
The King and Queen were joined at Crathie Kirk, close to Balmoral Castle in Scotland, by the late Queen’s niece and nephew, Lady Sarah Chatto and the Earl of Snowdon, who were close to their aunt, with Lady Sarah seeing the monarch often.
The Rev Kenneth Mackenzie, minister of Crathie Kirk, who officiated at the event, said: “It was a simple reflective time, a time where we were able to give thanks for the life of the late Queen and recognise the poignancy of this day for that family and this community, as well as the nation and Commonwealth.
“I think that those of us that did get to see the Queen in different situations, but particularly up here, felt it today, were reminded of the loss.
“But we were also glad, just as the family were able to gather here last year, some members of the family were able to be here.
“And wherever they might be, in their own homes or wherever, I’m glad that people will have the opportunity to reflect and give some thanks for the life of the Queen.”