His 44 years of service make him the longest-serving staff member.

Paul had the distinction of being Elizabeth’s favorite courtier (viaThe Telegraph).

During thedays leading up to the queen’s death, he constructed puzzles with her and provided companionship.

Queen Elizabeth smiling

Magazine, Paul was also a “constant presence” during the pandemic lockdown.

The page bravely led the intruder away from the sleeping monarch by offering him whiskey, per Daily Mail.

Paul also played a recognizable role in the James Bond sketch that was produced for the 2012 London Olympics.