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Inside The Queen’s 90th birthday extravaganza

Her majesty's 90th birthday celebration was a star-studded affair to remember.
Queen Elizabeth II

On May 15th, members of the royal family flooded into Windsor to help honour Britain’s longest-reigning monarch, Queen Elizabeth II, at a special gala marking her 90th birthday.

The woman of the hour (or rather, year!) arrived at the event with her husband, the Duke of Edinburgh at her side, in a horse drawn carriage (as any queen should) donning a sea green dress with lace overlay and matching jacket by Angela Kelly.

Of course, all of the royals were present to celebrate, including daughter, Princess Anne, and her grandsons Harry and William, who was accompanied by wife Catherine.

The star-studded affair was a colourful display which featured 900 horses from around the globe, as well as 1,500 performers who came together in beautiful synchronisation to tell the eventful life of the beloved royal.

To mark the special occasion, Buckingham Palace even released some never before seen snaps of the 90-year-old, so look out for those as you click through the gallery and check out the night’s best moments!

Click through the gallery to check out all the highlights from the night!

The Queen was greeted by Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall as she arrived at the grounds of Windsor Castle.

Her majesty makes her way into the arena, greeting guests and friends along the way. Watch The Queen arrive in the next slide!

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Queen Elizabeth II arrives at her 90th birthday celebration

The 90-year-old was greeted by son Prince Charle, who sweetly kissed her hand.

The monarch clapped along as the Royal Cavalry of Oman performed their rendition of Happy Birthday to You.

Duchess Catherine was all smiles beside her Grandmother-in-law, as was Prince Philip and granddaughter Princesses Beatrice.

The mother of George, two, and Charlotte, one, donned a white Dolce & Gabbana dress under a red Zara jacket. Her handsome husband wore a dapper suit with red trimming.

Australia’s own Kylie Minogue was a guest of the Queen.

The singer performed for the royals, as actress Helen Mirren addressed the crowd.

Brothers William and Harry were on their best behaviour for the grandmother’s big night.

Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex and Lady Louise Windsor ride out as a tribute to the longest reigning monarch.

The marriage of Queen Elizabeth II and her husband Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, flashed across the screen.

To mark the occasion, Buckingham Palace released never-before-seen photos of the Queen from moments in her childhood. Here she is pictured in an aviary with a bird.

And here, the fresh-faced royal poses with Princess Margaret and her father, King George VI.

The royal was snapped moments before diving into a pool with her father, King George VI.

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