Queen Elizabeth II met 13 U.S. presidents during her lifetime and forged fast friendships with many of them over her 70-year reign.
She visited the White House during her reign multiple times, the last of which was in 2007, when George W. Bush was president.
"She reminded me of my mother, in terms of the look of her and just the generosity," Mr. Biden said at the time, noting that the White House could fit inside the courtyard of Windsor Castle. Former President Donald Trump enjoyed a state dinner at Buckingham Palace in 2019 and had tea with the queen at Windsor Castle. In this July 13, 2018, photo President Donald Trump and Britain's Queen Elizabeth II inspect a Guard of Honour, formed of the Coldstream Guards at Windsor Castle in Windsor, England.Former President Barack Obama met with the queen in 2009, 2011, 2014 and 2016.
Queen Elizabeth II and President Barack Obama pose with first lady Michelle Obama and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, in the Music Room of Buckingham Palace ahead of a state banquet on May 24, 2011, in London. The first lady wore a white gown by American designer Tom Ford, which she paired with white gloves and long drop earrings.Former President Jimmy Carter broke protocol when he met the queen by kissing her on the lips instead of bowing.