Heartbroken Brit calls the Queen ‘everyone’s nan’ as she breaks down in tears outside Windsor Castle

A HEARTBROKEN Brit broke down in tears as she called the Queen “everyone’s nan” in a touching tribute to the nation’s monarch.

Her Majesty Elizabeth II, the longest-serving monarch in British history, passed away this afternoon marking an end to her historic reign and sparking an outpouring of grief around the world.

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As soon as the death was announced, thousands rushed to gather outside Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle and Balmoral.

At Windsor mounds of floral tributes have been laid outside Windsor Castle to mourn the death of the Queen.

And the crowds outside were so big that staff members returning to the castle struggled to drive through the main entrance.

One fan in particular, Hannah, who has lived beside Windsor castle for all her life, tonight broke down in tears outside the royal residence.

Speaking to Channel 4 news, the young girl sobbed: “It’s just very sad. I just thought she would live forever.

“Obviously that hasn’t happened and I’m glad she died peacefully.

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The Queen’s passing comes as…

• Liz Truss hailed the Queen as ‘the rock on which modern Britain was built’
• King Charles told of his ‘greatest’ sadness as he paid tribute to his mother
• The Queen went from a shy daddy’s girl to a hero who dedicated her life to the country
• The Union flag flew at half mast as the devastating news was announced
• Prince Charles has now become King Charles III
• Prince Harry was pictured holding his head as he travelled to Balmoral to be with his family

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“I just feel like a bit of us has all died really. She brings us all together and brings all the joy to us.

“We absolutely love the royal family. Its just going to be very sad now for a while.”

She added: “She’s just everyone’s nan.”

In a sombre statement, Buckingham Palace today confirmed Her Majesty Elizabeth II, the longest-serving monarch in British history, had passed away – making her son, Charles, King.

Her passing comes after King Charles and Prince William raced to be by the Queen’s side after doctors confirmed they were “concerned” for her health.

The UK was immediately plunged into a state of mourning, with plans for her funeral and a national day of remembrance to be announced in the coming days.

Charles, who will now be known as King Charles III, gave a sombre statement as he led the nation in mourning tonight.

The new King said: “The death of my beloved mother, Her Majesty The Queen, is a moment of the greatest sadness for me and all members of my family.