Edwards described the news of the Queen’s death as a 'seismic event' as he made the announcement on BBC News
Huw Edwards appeared emotionally as he announced the death of Queen Elizabeth II, aged 96. The news of the monarch's passing was announced at around 6.30pm on Thursday, September 8.
READ MORE: BREAKING: Queen Elizabeth II, United Kingdom's longest ruling monarch, dies aged 96 - latest updates Edwards then read out the statement from Buckingham Palace which announced the news. The broadcaster was dressed in a dark suit, white shirt and black tie, in line with the BBC’s dress code for when a member of the royal family dies as a mark of respect. BBC One then played the national anthem following the announcement, showing a photograph of the Queen, followed by a royal crest on a black background and the words Queen Elizabeth II.
Witchell added: "One does, this - for the nation, for them - is an absolutely massive moment. It's a moment of great solemnity and national sadness and it's hard fully to take it in. It is an incredible shock. Many people will feel a sense of personal lost. Others will find it very disorientating. It is the end of what history will judge as one of the most remarkable reigns."
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