Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla wave on the Buckingham Palace balcony following their coronation ceremony in London, Britain May 6, 2023. REUTERS/Matthew Childs(REUTERS)
King Charles' Coronation Highlights: Britain's Charles III ends his seven-decade wait to be crowned King on May 6 in a gilded ceremony. Charles, who legally became King after Queen Elizabeth II’s death in September 2022, formally received St. Edward’s Crown during a religion-infused ceremony in Westminster Abbey.
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak called the Coronation a “moment of extraordinary national pride” that will be celebrated across the Commonwealth and beyond. “This is not just a spectacle,” Sunak said. “It’s a proud expression of our history, culture, and traditions, a vivid demonstration of the modern character of our country, and a cherished ritual through which a new era is born.”
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06 May 2023, 07:04 PM IST
Senior Royals on the balcony
In addition to the King and Queen, the Prince and Princess of Wales, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, Prince Louis, Princess Anne, and Prince Edward, were also present. Additionally, a few of Camilla's grandchildren were in attendance.
06 May 2023, 07:02 PM IST
Royals appear on the balcony
06 May 2023, 07:01 PM IST
Photo: People run towards Buckingham Palace
People run towards the Buckingham Palace balcony from Trafalgar Square following the coronation ceremony of Britain's King Charles III and Queen Camilla in London on May 6, 2023. (Photo by PIROSCHKA VAN DE WOUW / POOL / AFP)
06 May 2023, 06:49 PM IST
King, Queen expected to acknowledge crowd shortly
Shortly, it is anticipated that the King and the Queen will wave to the vast crowds waiting to catch a glimpse of them and witness the flyover, which has been reduced in size due to the damp weather, as previously reported.
06 May 2023, 06:32 PM IST
Katy Perry seen leaving Abbey
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 06: Katy Perry departs the Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla on May 06, 2023 in London, England. The Coronation of Charles III and his wife, Camilla, as King and Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, and the other Commonwealth realms takes place at Westminster Abbey today. Charles acceded to the throne on 8 September 2022, upon the death of his mother, Elizabeth II. Gareth Cattermole/Pool via REUTERS
06 May 2023, 06:20 PM IST
Royal fans sing national anthem
People sing the national anthem on the day of Britain's King Charles' coronation at Buckingham Palace in London, Britain May 6, 2023. REUTERS/Hannah McKay TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY
06 May 2023, 06:12 PM IST
King, Queen expected to appear on balcony
The King and the Queen have returned to Buckingham Palace. Following the coronation of Edward VII in 1902, it has been a tradition for the new monarch to acknowledge the cheering crowds on The Mall from the balcony of Buckingham Palace.
06 May 2023, 05:45 PM IST
Photo: King leaves Abbey
06 May 2023, 05:40 PM IST
King leaves Abbey; Coronation Procession starts
The order has been issued to start the Coronation Procession. As many as 4,000 members of the UK armed forces are now in formation, marching in unison.
06 May 2023, 05:38 PM IST
Coronation Procession to start shortly
As King Charles III exits Westminster Abbey, the bells chime to mark the occasion. The Coronation Procession is set to start shortly.
06 May 2023, 05:28 PM IST
Gold State Coach
As the ceremony nears its end, the Gold State Coach arrives at Westminster Abbey. The coach was first used by King William IV in 1831 and has been an integral part of every coronation since then.
FILE - The Gold State Coach (AP Photo/Andreea Alexandru, File)
06 May 2023, 05:26 PM IST
Photo: Queen Camilla
TOPSHOT - Britain's Camilla walks wearing a modified version of Queen Mary's Crown during the Coronation Ceremony inside Westminster Abbey in central London, on May 6, 2023.. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. (Photo by Richard POHLE / POOL / AFP)
06 May 2023, 05:15 PM IST
Photo: WIlliam kisses King
Britain's Prince William, Prince of Wales kisses his father, Britain's King Charles III, wearing St Edward's Crown, during the King's Coronation Ceremony inside Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Yui Mok / POOL / AFP)
06 May 2023, 05:14 PM IST
King, Queen head for Coronation Procession
Following their Coronation ceremony, the King and the Queen exit their thrones and make their way to St. Edward's Chapel located behind the high altar. This marks the beginning of the Coronation Procession, which will lead them back to Buckingham Palace.
06 May 2023, 05:12 PM IST
Archbishop of Canterbury continues service
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby continues the service.
06 May 2023, 05:07 PM IST
King Charles, Queen Camilla proceed to final part of service
King Charles III and Queen Camilla have removed their crowns, and they will now proceed to the final part of the service, which involves them receiving Holy Communion. This act is considered the most important form of worship in the Christian church.
06 May 2023, 05:02 PM IST
Watch: King gets crowned
06 May 2023, 04:59 PM IST
13 gun salutes
Gun salutes were heard across 13 locations in the UK, such as Edinburgh, Cardiff, Belfast and naval vessels.
06 May 2023, 04:51 PM IST
Queen Camilla gets crowned
Queen Camilla gets crowned
06 May 2023, 04:46 PM IST
Prince William and King Charles
Prince William and King Charles
06 May 2023, 04:39 PM IST
St Edward's Crown
17th Century St Edward's Crown is carried at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023, ahead of the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him, and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Kirsty Wigglesworth / POOL / AFP)
06 May 2023, 04:38 PM IST
King gets crowned
The Archbishop crowns King Charles with St Edward's Crown. This is the only time he will don the ornate headpiece.
06 May 2023, 04:31 PM IST
King Charles III receives Armills
06 May 2023, 04:30 PM IST
King gets ring
The Ring symbolising the faithful marriage of a Monarch to his People is carried at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023, ahead of the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort. (Photo by Gareth Cattermole / POOL / AFP)
06 May 2023, 04:27 PM IST
King gets Jewelled Sword
The Jewelled Sword is now given to the King, with the Archbishop of Canterbury urging him to wield it to ensure justice, curb the spread of wrongdoing, safeguard the holy Church of God and all people of good faith.
06 May 2023, 04:25 PM IST
Greek choir sings
A choir from Greece is presently performing, paying tribute to the father of King Charles.
06 May 2023, 04:22 PM IST
King sits in Coronation Chair
After the King's ceremonial robe is taken off, he takes a seat in the Coronation Chair for the anointing ceremony. This serves to highlight the monarch's spiritual position as the leader of the Church of England.
06 May 2023, 04:17 PM IST
Royals in picture
From left, 3rd and 4th row, Prince Andrew, Princess Beatrice, Peter Phillips, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, Zara Tindall, Princess Eugenie, Jack Brooksbank, Mike Tindall and Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, left to right 2nd row, the Earl of Wessex, Lady Louise Windsor, the Duke of Gloucester, the Duchess of Gloucester, the Princess Royal Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence, Prince Michael of Kent, Princess Michael of Kent, 1st row, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh at the coronation ceremony in Westminster Abbey, London, Saturday May 6, 2023. (Yui Mok, Pool via AP)
06 May 2023, 04:16 PM IST
Prince William's family looks involved
From left, 1st row, Britain's Prince William, Princess Charlotte, Prince Louis, Kate, Princess of Wales and the Duke of Edinburgh at the coronation ceremony of King Charles III in Westminster Abbey, London, Saturday May 6, 2023. (Yui Mok, Pool via AP)
06 May 2023, 04:14 PM IST
‘Coronation is a means of service’
The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, commenced his sermon by stating, "Our purpose of being here is to coronate a king, and the Coronation is a means of service."
06 May 2023, 04:10 PM IST
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06 May 2023, 04:07 PM IST
Watch: King takes oath
06 May 2023, 04:03 PM IST
Prince Louis, Princess Charlotte hold hands
Prince Louis and Princess Charlotte were captured holding hands inside Westminster Abbey.
06 May 2023, 04:03 PM IST
2,200 guests are attending the ceremony
A total of approximately 2,200 individuals, including members of the Royal Family, notable figures from the entertainment industry, religious leaders and top-ranking government officials, have been present at the event.
06 May 2023, 04:00 PM IST
King Charles waits
Britain's King Charles III attends his coronation at Westminster Abbey, in central London on May 6, 2023. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Victoria Jones / POOL / AFP)
06 May 2023, 03:59 PM IST
Rishi Sunak delivers address
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak read a passage from the New Testament, specifically the Epistle to the Colossians.
06 May 2023, 03:57 PM IST
King Charles takes Coronation Oath
In recognition of the diverse faiths practiced in the UK, the Archbishop of Canterbury has affirmed the Church of England's commitment to creating a space where individuals of all faiths can coexist freely. Following this statement, the Archbishop administers the Coronation Oath - an essential legal obligation. During this solemn moment, King Charles is asked to confirm his pledge to uphold the law and the Church of England throughout his reign.
06 May 2023, 03:46 PM IST
Coronation music
During the service, King Charles' personal selection of music will be played, including 12 pieces that have been newly commissioned from composers hailing from the UK and the Commonwealth.
06 May 2023, 03:44 PM IST
Service begins
The service is composed of multiple stages and is anticipated to be completed in just under two hours. During the initial phase, known as the recognition, King Charles will be introduced to "the people" in a ritual that dates back to the Anglo-Saxon era.
06 May 2023, 03:43 PM IST
King Charles arrives at Westminster Abbey
King Charles has arrived at Westminster Abbey.
King Charles III arrives for his coronation ceremony in Westminster Abbey, London, Saturday, May 6, 2023. (Jonathan Brady/Pool Photo via AP)
06 May 2023, 03:42 PM IST
Archbishop introduces Coronation ceremony
Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, has the honour of delivering the formal opening of King Charles' Coronation.
06 May 2023, 03:38 PM IST
William, Kate, family arrive
Prince William and Kate Middle arrive with their two children.
Britain's Prince William, Prince of Wales, Britain's Catherine, Princess of Wales, Britain's Princess Charlotte of Wales and Britain's Prince Louis of Wales arrive at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023, ahead of the coronations of Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort. (Photo by TOBY MELVILLE / POOL / AFP)
06 May 2023, 03:37 PM IST
King Charles arrives at Westminster Abbey
King Charles has arrived at Westminster Abbey and is set to enter the building through the Great West Door before making his way through the nave.
06 May 2023, 03:35 PM IST
Boris Johnson arrives
Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson attends Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla's coronation ceremony at Westminster Abbey, in London, Britain May 6, 2023. REUTERS/Phil Noble/Pool
06 May 2023, 03:33 PM IST
William, Kate reach Abbey
The Prince of Wales, William, and his wife, Catherine, the Princess of Wales, have just reached Westminster Abbey.
TOPSHOT - Britain's Catherine, Princess of Wales (R) waves as she leaves with Britain's Prince William, Prince of Wales after meeting members of the public gather on The Mall, near Buckingham Palace in central London, on May 5, 2023, ahead of the coronation weekend. - The country prepares for the coronation of Britain's King Charles III and his wife Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort on May 6, 2023. (Photo by Ben Stansall / AFP)
06 May 2023, 03:30 PM IST
Bells chime outside Westminster Abbey
The bells chime as the King and queen consort's coronation ceremony is about to commence in Westminster Abbey. As the carriage comes to a halt, Camilla promptly disembarks and proceeds into the abbey. The pages follow closely, bearing her train.
06 May 2023, 03:29 PM IST
Harry arrives at Westminster Abbey
Prince Harry has arrived at Westminster Abbey ahead of the ceremony.
Britain's Prince Harry arrives at Westminster Abbey, ahead of the coronation of King Charles III and Camilla, the Queen Consort, in London, Saturday, May 6, 2023. (Andrew Matthews/Pool via AP)
06 May 2023, 03:27 PM IST
Police apprehend anti-monarchists
Meanwhile, police have apprehended anti-monarchists protesting around the ceremony.
Members of the anti-monarchist group Republic are apprehended by police officers as they stage a protest close to where Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort will be crowned at Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023. (Photo by Niklas HALLE'N / AFP)
06 May 2023, 03:19 PM IST
Rishi Sunak, Akshata Murthy arrive
UK PM Rishi Sunak and his wife Akshata Murthy have arrived
Britain's Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his wife Akshata Murthy arrive at Westminster Abbey ahead of the coronation of King Charles III and Camilla, the Queen Consort, in London, Saturday, May 6, 2023. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung)
06 May 2023, 03:09 PM IST
King Charles leaves Buckingham Palace
King Charles departed from Buckingham Palace a brief time ago.
TOPSHOT - Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Camilla, Queen Consort begin their journey in the Diamond Jubilee State Coach, in the 'King's Procession', a journey of two kilometres from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey in central London on May 6, 2023, ahead of their coronations. - The set-piece coronation is the first in Britain in 70 years, and only the second in history to be televised. Charles will be the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at the central London church since King William I in 1066. Outside the UK, he is also king of 14 other Commonwealth countries, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Camilla, his second wife, will be crowned queen alongside him and be known as Queen Camilla after the ceremony. (Photo by Oli SCARFF / AFP)