Kate Middleton reveals how Queen was 'looking down on us' in heartwarming public exchange

The Princess of Wales made the heartwarming comment about Her Majesty during a public engagement at Windsor Guildhall

Kate Middleton says Queen was 'looking down on us' in heartwarming public exchange
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Kate Middleton has revealed the Queen's touching sign to the public at Balmoral Castle after her death, explaining how Her Majesty was 'looking down on us'. 


The Princess of Wales has revealed that Queen Elizabeth II communicated with the public posthumously, explaining how she was "looking down on us" by sending a stunning sign to her loved ones in the hours after her death. 

Kate Middleton shared the sweet reflection on Thursday at Windsor Guildhall, where she and Prince William were meeting the hardworking individuals who helped to organize the Queen's committal service. The solemn ceremony, which took place at St. George's Chapel on Monday afternoon,  was the final stage of the Queen's state funeral before her burial beside Prince Philip at Windsor Castle

Speaking with the staff and volunteers at yesterday's event, the future King turned to his wife and asked, "In Scotland, how many rainbows turned up? You hardly ever see rainbows up there, but there were five." 

"Her Majesty was looking down on us," Kate replied.

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Rainbows also appeared above Windsor Castle and Buckingham Palace following the news that the Queen had died aged 96, reflecting the solemn mood of the nation as it grieved the loss of Britain's longest-serving monarch. 

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Prince William and Kate Middleton's surprise visit to Windsor Guildhall yesterday marked their first public appearance since the Queen's funeral. 

The Wales’ traveled to the Berkshire town hall to extend their gratitude to the team behind Her Majesty's committal service, meeting with several volunteers and staff from organizations like St. John's Ambulance and the Crown Estate. 

"How difficult was Monday? How challenging was it?" William reportedly asked some of the volunteers. 

The 40-year-old was later heard saying, "It’s been a busy few days but you guys have been doing long hours as well, so thank you so much."

Emma Dooney
Lifestyle News Writer

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