Throughout her decorated 70-year reign, Queen Elizabeth II met with some of the world’s most remarkable public figures, from US presidents to Nelson Mandela.
But some of the most recognisable faces the Queen had encounters with was A-list celebrities!
As we mourn the Queen, who passed away aged 96 on September 8, let’s take a look back at all movie stars, singers and sporting legends who had the honour of meeting her Majesty through the years.
David Beckham, 2016
The football legend had the honour of meeting the Queen at a function for Young Leaders.
Angelina Jolie, 2014
Meeting in Buckingham Palace, the longest-reigning monarch presented the actress with the Insignia of an Honorary Dame Grand Cross for her campaign to end war zone sexual violence.
Lady Gaga, 2009
Hey Majesty met the eccentric songstress after a Royal Variety Performance in Blackpool, England.
Barbra Streisand, 1975
Queen Elizabeth II met the singer and actress at the film premiere of Funny Lady.
Marilyn Monroe, 1956
The iconic actress and the Queen, who share the same birth year, met at the film premiere of The Battle of the River Plate in London. See footage of their rare encounter in the next slide!
Rare footage of Queen Elizabeth meeting Marilyn Monroe
Kylie Minogue, 2012
Wearing a daring, cut-out dress, the popstar shook hands with the Queen at the Royal Variety Performance in London.
Jennifer Lopez, 2001
The moment our two Queens met! JLo dazzled in an emerald green, Monroe-style dress to meet Queen Elizabeth at the Dominion Theatre in London.
Elizabeth Taylor, 1976
Her Majesty and the legendary actress met wearing similar green hues at a gala dinner in Washington.
Dame Helen Mirren, 2011
The Oscar-winning actress, who won for her portrayal as Her Mejesty in The Queen, met the real life depiction at a reception for the dramatic arts at Buckingham Palace.
Meryl Streep, 1980
A young Meryl met the monarch after a Royal Film Performance of Kramer vs Kramer in Leicester Square.
10 Defining Moments Of Queen Elizabeth II’s life
J.K. Rowling, 2004
The Harry Potter author chatted with Her Majesty during a reception to honour Britain’s Women Achievers at Buckingham Palace.
Miley Cyrus, 2009
A teenaged Miley met the head of the Commonwealth after a Royal Variety Performance.
Elton John, 2012
Dressed in their brightest ensembles, the two Brits shook hands during the Diamond Jubilee Concert in celebration of Her Mejesty’s 60th year in reign.
Halle Berry, 2002
The Catwoman actress extended a gloved hand to the matriarch at the Die Another Day London premiere.
Ellie Goulding, 2011
The pair met at a performing arts reception at The Queen’s home of Buckingham Palace.
.png){kind=avatar}
.jpg)