On September 19th, history was made whenQueen Elizabeth II’s funeraldrew a record-breaking number of viewers.Expressreported that an estimated staggering 4 billion people tuned in to watch Her Majesty be laid to rest, while 2,000 people said goodbye in person.
According to the outlet, roughly 1 million traveled to pay their final respects in person before the funeral took place.
No expense was spared at Queen Elizabeth II’s beloved final homecoming, withBritish taxpayers doling out millionsfor the massivesecurity presenceput in place.
The historic day was one filled with touching moments, including personal notes from King Charles III, Prince William, and Princess Catherine (viaTown & Country).
This loving gesture was reminiscent of the time the queen placed a handwritten note with the words “I love you” on her husband Prince Phillip’s coffin,Todayreported.
Her Majesty’s influence on the modern world, coupled with her ability to form lasting connections with the people she served, will be felt long after she is gone.
With her popularity and the unwavering loyalty she inspired, it’s no surprise that the queen’s funeral shattered multiple records including, notably, the viewership of the moon landing in just one morning.
In 1969, approximately 650 million people watched Neil Armstrong become the first person to walk on the moon (viaThe Washington Post).
