The death of Queen Elizabeth II: September 8, 2022

By Aditi Sangal, Rob Picheta, Adrienne Vogt, Ed Upright, Lauren Said-Moorhouse, Elise Hammond, Maureen Chowdhury and Melissa Macaya, CNN

Updated 12:27 p.m. ET, October 7, 2022
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12:30 a.m. ET, September 9, 2022

Our live coverage of the death of Britain's Queen Elizabeth II has moved here.

11:00 p.m. ET, September 8, 2022

Analysis: A republic that loved a Queen

From CNN's Stephen Collinson, Caitlin Hu and Shelby Rose

Ons Jabeur of Tunisia and Caroline Garcia of France stand on court for a moment of silence for Queen Elizabeth prior to their Women’s Singles Semifinal match of the 2022 US Open in New York on September 08, 2022.
Ons Jabeur of Tunisia and Caroline Garcia of France stand on court for a moment of silence for Queen Elizabeth prior to their Women’s Singles Semifinal match of the 2022 US Open in New York on September 08, 2022. (Julian Finney/Getty Images)

America turned its eyes to the old country on Thursday, after the death of Queen Elizabeth II. When news of her sudden decline broke, television networks broke into programing -- almost as if a US President had died. In New York, the US Open tennis tournament and the United Nations held moments of silence to honor her passing. In Washington, flags on official buildings were lowered to half-staff.  

During a reign that lasted seven decades, the Queen and the royal family conjured fascination, affection and even some jealousy in a nation that broke away from the throne almost 250 years ago. 

She met 13 US Presidents, starting with a visit to Washington to see Harry Truman before she became Queen. (Her first official head-of-state meeting with a US commander-in-chief was with Dwight Eisenhower). President Joe Biden, who stopped by the British embassy in Washington on Thursday to sign a book of condolences, was the last President to hold official talks with the Queen.

In a statement, Biden sent "our deepest condolences to the Royal Family, who are not only mourning their Queen, but their dear mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Her legacy will loom large in the pages of British history, and in the story of our world."

And amid the official rituals of remembrance, there were some smaller, but poignant gestures. In Santa Monica, California, patrons showed up at "Ye Olde King's Head" a restaurant and gift shop, to buy memorabilia and share memories of the Queen.

10:56 p.m. ET, September 8, 2022

Taiwan's President says Queen "set an example" for global leadership and service

From CNN's Tara Subramaniam

Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen extended her condolences to the royal family, the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth in a tweet.

"Taiwan remembers and celebrates her life of leadership and service, which set an example for people around the world," Tsai tweeted.

10:54 p.m. ET, September 8, 2022

South Korea's President says Queen Elizabeth II left legacy of dignity

From CNN's Tara Subramaniam

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol tweeted his "deepest condolences to the people of the United Kingdom for the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II."

"She had a strong belief in the cause of human freedom and left great legacies of dignity," Yoon wrote.

"Her kind heart and good deed will remain in our memories."

10:20 p.m. ET, September 8, 2022

Queen Elizabeth II "personified dignity and decency": Indian Prime Minister

From CNN's Tara Subramaniam

Queen Elizabeth II and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Buckingham Palace in London on November 13, 2015.
Queen Elizabeth II and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Buckingham Palace in London on November 13, 2015. (Dominic Lipinski/WPA Pool/Getty Images)

"Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will be remembered as a stalwart of our times," Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in a tweet Friday morning.

"She provided inspiring leadership to her nation and people. She personified dignity and decency in public life," Modi wrote.

In a separate tweet Modi reflected on his meetings with the Queen during his visits to the United Kingdom.

"During one of the meetings she showed me the handkerchief Mahatma Gandhi gifted her on her wedding," he wrote. "I will always cherish that gesture."

10:20 p.m. ET, September 8, 2022

Singapore's Prime Minister says Queen Elizabeth II was "the very heart and soul of the United Kingdom"

From CNN's Tara Subramaniam

Singapore's Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong with Queen Elizabeth in Singapore on March 17, 2006.
Singapore's Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong with Queen Elizabeth in Singapore on March 17, 2006. (Chew Seng Kim/Getty Images)

Singapore's Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong expressed his sadness over the death of Queen Elizabeth II in a post on his Facebook page.

Her Majesty was the very heart and soul of the United Kingdom," Lee Hsien Loong wrote.

"Her Majesty’s reign saw one of the longest periods of peace and prosperity in the history of the United Kingdom. Throughout her life, she steadfastly served the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth. She performed her duties with devotion, grace, and humility. Her contributions to the United Kingdom, the Commonwealth, and indeed to the world will be recorded in history, and she will always be remembered fondly as a great world leader.

"Her Majesty also left a significant mark on Singapore’s history and our longstanding close relations with the United Kingdom," he continued.

Lee extended his condolences to King Charles III, all members of The Royal Family, British Prime Minister Liz Truss, and the British people.

He also shared a photo with Her Majesty, noting that they met on several occasions, most recently in 2018 during the Commonwealth heads of government meeting in London.

10:20 p.m. ET, September 8, 2022

King of Saudi Arabia says Queen Elizabeth II "was a model of leadership that will be immortalized in history"

From CNN's Mohammed Tawfeeq

Queen Elizabeth poses for a photo at the Buckingham Palace in London on December 25, 2018 in London, United Kingdom.
Queen Elizabeth poses for a photo at the Buckingham Palace in London on December 25, 2018 in London, United Kingdom. (John Stillwell/WPA Pool/Getty Images)

Saudi Arabia's King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud has received the news of the death of Queen Elizabeth II " with great sadness," according to Saudi state-run Al-Ekhbariya Television.

"Queen Elizabeth was a model of leadership that will be immortalized in history, and we remember with appreciation the efforts of the deceased in strengthening the relations of friendship and cooperation between our two friendly countries," he said.

10:20 p.m. ET, September 8, 2022

Saudi Crown Prince says Queen Elizabeth II "was an example of wisdom, love, and peace"

From CNN's Mohammed Tawfeeq

Queen Elizabeth greets Mohammed bin Salman, the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, at Buckingham Palace in London on March 7, 2018.
Queen Elizabeth greets Mohammed bin Salman, the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, at Buckingham Palace in London on March 7, 2018. (Dominic Lipinski/WPA Pool/Getty Images)

Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is "saddened by the news of the death of Queen Elizabeth II," saying she "devoted her life serving her country," according to Saudi state-run Al-Ekhbariya Television.

 "Queen Elizabeth was an example of wisdom, love and peace," Salman said as cited by Al-Ekhbariya.

10:21 p.m. ET, September 8, 2022

Websites of the British Monarchy, Prince of Wales back up for condolence messages

From CNN's AnneClaire Stapleton

(from www.Royal.uk)
(from www.Royal.uk)

The websites of the British Monarchy and Prince of Wales has now returned to the homepage, in black and white, with profiles of The King and Queen Consort — as well as a link to send messages of condolence. 

Harry and Meghan's Archewell remains as a blacked-out landing page, with messages in memory of the Queen.

Earlier today: All three websites became blacked-out landing page, with messages in memory of the Queen. A message at the bottom of the main royal's website said: "The official website of the Royal Family is temporarily unavailable while appropriate changes are made."