Queen Elizabeth Alexandra Mary, II will turn 88 years old tomorrow and in honor of her big day, she was photographed by David Bailey CBE for a new official photo release. As you can see below, Queen Elizabeth is looking very 88 years young in this photo that could easily be used as a profile photo on Facebook or Instagram. Spry and as vivacious as ever, it looks like the Queen is ready to face 88 like a boss.
With her twinkling eyes and beaming smile, it is hard to believe Her Majesty will mark her 88th birthday tomorrow. This portrait of the Queen, taken by celebrated British photographer David Bailey CBE, was released today ahead of the occasion. It shows the monarch smiling at the camera – while donning a pearl necklace, earrings and a brooch. Her jewellery is accompanied by a simple dress by Angela Kelly, who has served as the Queen’s personal assistant and senior dresser since 2002. The black-and-white photograph was taken at Buckingham Palace in March and commissioned on behalf of the Government’s GREAT Britain campaign. It was captured by 76-year-old Bailey, who has been photographing celebrities, royals and other famous people for more than 50 years. A Buckingham Palace spokesman said: ‘Bailey’s name was suggested by Number 10 and the GREAT campaign and the Queen agreed. The Queen agreed to sit for it in recognition of the work of the GREAT campaign.’
This woman is remarkable! She really does look fantastic in this photo. David Bailey really captured her youthful spirit in this official photo. It’s really hard to believe that she is turning 88 years old. Wow. Happy Birthday, Queen Elizabeth. Here’s hoping you have the best year ever ahead!
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