Months before the demise of Queen Elizabeth in September 2022, it was her son, King Charles, who convinced her to brave her ill health for a last public appearance.
An insider shared, "The Queen's decision to travel to London was made merely three hours prior to the balcony appearance." The royal source further added, "She was not in her best health, but a persuasive conversation with the Prince of Wales made her reconsider. Charles emphasized the public's eagerness to see her, which eventually won her over."
Witnessing the throng of supporters waiting to catch a glimpse of her evidently moved the royal matriarch.
Since the Queen's passing, numerous details have emerged about her final years. As per our sources, the Queen's health had been deteriorating, particularly after the death of her husband, Prince Philip, in April 2021.
As the insider disclosed, "In the twilight of her life, especially post the loss of her spouse, the Queen endured significant pain. Her condition worsened in the final months. By the time of the Platinum Jubilee, her vision and hearing had severely deteriorated, and she often experienced confusion."
The Queen had confined herself to her Windsor Castle apartments, making her Jubilee balcony appearance an extraordinary feat.
Royal correspondent Robert Jobson shed further light on the Queen's monumental effort to join the Jubilee celebration despite her declining mobility.
He penned, "Following her insistence, a meticulous plan was orchestrated to ensure her need for a wheelchair remained concealed." He explained how the Queen, enduring considerable discomfort, was discreetly wheeled to the Windsor helicopter pad.
Jobson further detailed the process: "Once at the palace, she was wheeled right to the brink of the balcony doors, after which she was aided to stand-with the support of a walking stick-to join Charles, Camilla, William, and his family."
Jobson poignantly concluded, "After a spectacular firework display, the Queen's delight was evident in her smile. This was her final salute to her subjects."
These revelations were brought to light in an exclusive conversation with the Daily Mail.
