what date did queen elizabeth die

Queen Elizabeth II died on September 8, 2022, at 15:10 BST (3:10 PM UK time) at Balmoral Castle in Scotland. She was 96 years old at the time of her death. Her death was announced later the same day at 18:30 BST. The official cause of death recorded on her death certificate was "old age." She was the longest- reigning British monarch, with a reign lasting over 70 years. Following her death, she was succeeded by her eldest son, Charles III. The events surrounding her death and funeral were marked by national mourning and significant ceremonial proceedings in the UK.