'Frail’ Queen leaves royal fans emotional in photos of latest engagement
Royal fans have expressed their upset over how 'frail' the Queen looks during her most recent appearance
- (opens in new tab)
- (opens in new tab)
- (opens in new tab)
- Sign up to our newsletter Newsletter

The Queen has sparked concern among royal fans who got 'emotional' over how 'frail' Her Majesty looks during one of her most recent royal engagements.
- The Queen's 'frailty' has sparked upset among royal fans as she carries out light duties.
- Her Majesty, who celebrates her 70th year on the throne, awarded the George Cross to the NHS at Windsor Castle but some fans pointed out how 'frail' she looks.
- This Royal news (opens in new tab) comes after Princess Eugenie’s adorable baby August confession as she honours her ‘grannie’ the Queen (opens in new tab) .
The Queen (opens in new tab) took part in a special engagement to honour the NHS with the George Cross but some fans were left upset by how 'frail' Her Majesty appears.
Queen Elizabeth II marked her 96th birthday (opens in new tab) earlier this year but in recent months she has been forced to on royal duties at a slower pace - which means she's had to pull out of some historical engagements like Royal Ascot (opens in new tab), in order to rest at home.
But as Her Majesty carried out light duties this week, presenting the NHS with the prestigious George Cross, some fans expressed their concerns over the Monarch's ageing appearance.
One fan tweeted, "The queen is looking very frail ….!!"
Another put, "Sad to see the queen frail and getting old."
And a third worried fan added, "I did have a few tears watching The Queen today she is so small & frail and I fear the worst will happen sooner than we thought.”
I did have a few tears watching The Queen today she is so small & frail and I fear the worst will happen sooner than we thought. 😢🙏July 12, 2022
Her Majesty was accompanied by Prince Charles who is next in line to the throne in the royal line of succession (opens in new tab).
The Queen's previous public engagement was a visit to Scotland with Prince Charles, Prince of Wales, known as the Duke of Rothesay while in Scotland, when they attended the Royal Company of Archers Reddendo Parade in the gardens of the Palace of Holyroodhouse on June 30, 2022 in Edinburgh.
But fans latest remarks come just weeks after she was last seen, highlighting how quickly the Queen appears to be ageing.
The Queen first sparked health concerns back in October last year when she was kept overnight in hospital.
Since then she contracted Covid-19 and admitted that it left her feeling 'exhausted' and Buckingham Palace confirmed that Her Majesty was suffering from episodic mobility issues which forced her to pull out of a major ceremony.
Her Majesty is expected to go on her annual summer break to Balmoral soon to take a well earned rest.
Selina is a Senior Entertainment Writer with more than 15 years of experience in newspapers and magazines. She currently looks after all things Entertainment for Goodto.com, Woman&Home, and My Imperfect Life. Before joining Future Publishing, Selina graduated from the University of Sheffield in 2006 with a degree in Journalism. She is fully NCTJ and NCE qualified and has 100wpm shorthand. When she's not interviewing celebrities you can find her exploring new countryside walking routes, catching up with friends over good food, or making memories.
-
-
Bill's restaurants brings back Kids Eat Free this Easter holiday
Restaurant chain Bill's is allowing kids to eat free at its venues from 3rd-14th April - here's how to take advantage of the offer.
By Ellie Hutchings • Published
-
Are Zach and Kaity still together? The Bachelor season 27 update
Find out if Zach and Kaity are still together as season 27 draws to a close and the couple give an update on their relationship.
By Ellie Hutchings • Published
-
Kate Middleton and Prince William 'don't want' to follow in the Queen's footsteps for this 'modest' reason
Why the Wales family aren't expected to ever move into Windsor Castle
By Selina Maycock • Published
-
Actress Helen Mirren set to honour the late Queen with 'special tribute' at 2023 BAFTA Awards
Prince William and Kate Middleton will attend the ceremony for the first time since 2020
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse • Published
-
King Charles' heartbreaking nod to the Queen and Prince Philip in new Coronation logo
King Charles III's Coronation logo is very symbolic as we look at all you need to know
By Selina Maycock • Published
-
Kate Middleton pays tribute to the Queen with sentimental earrings handcrafted by emerging Black female designer, Malaika Carr
The earrings were modelled after one of the Queen’s favourite London locations
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse • Published
-
King Charles to miss out on this huge royal honour the Queen held for more than 30 years
King Charles won't be given a special royal honour that his mother had
By Selina Maycock • Published
-
Meghan Markle's 'broken promise' to the Queen revealed by royal author
The Duchess of Sussex is said to have made a 'promise' to the Queen during her very first meeting but later broke it, a new book claims.
By Selina Maycock • Published
-
Kate Middleton shares a never-before-seen picture of the young Queen at Christmas
The photo shows the late Queen in the middle of a production on Christmas Day
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse • Published
-
King Charles gives poignant nod to the Queen in first Christmas speech
In the first glimpse of King Charles' Christmas speech, an image shows him recording standing in St George’s Chapel, Windsor.
By Naomi Bartram • Published