Pictures have emerged of Susanna Reid queuing to see Queen Elizabeth II lying in state as the Good Morning Britain host recalled the “majestic and peaceful” experience.
The presenter, 51, was spotted waiting in line to see the late monarch’s coffin inside Westminster Hall alongside thousands of other mourners on Wednesday.
Susanna was joined in the queue by her mother Sue Smith, 81, and a close friend.
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The newsreader looked a far cry from her polished self as she wore her hair in a messy bun.
Linking arms with her mother, Susanna wrapped up for the occasion in a fur-lined long parka coat.
The photos followed Susanna documenting the experience to fans on Twitter.
Praising the “utterly magnificent” and “historic” event, Susanna wrote: “Evening – along with my lovely mum and her very good friend, I have just experienced a moment in history – witnessing the Queen lying in state in Westminster Hall.
“At once majestic and peaceful.
“Once you enter Westminster Hall, it is worth every minute of The Queue. Utterly magnificent. Quiet. Respectful. Historic.”
Offering her tips to others in the queue, Susanna later confirmed she had spent seven hours and 20 minutes waiting to see Her Majesty’s coffin.
She later added: “It is a challenge standing for that long.”
The Queen passed away on Thursday, September 8 at the age of 96.
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She has been succeeded by her first-born son King Charles III, who made history earlier on Friday (September 16) as he touched down in Wales for the first time since becoming King.
Susanna’s visit to Westminster Hall preceded entry to the queue being temporarily paused as the starting point reached capacity.
The government has advised people to not attempt joining the queue until it re-opens.
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