King Charles III makes first address to the UK as sovereign
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- čas přidán 8. 09. 2022
- King Charles III has made his first address to the UK as sovereign, following the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II.
In a televised address, the King paid tribute to his “darling mama” saying “may flights of angels sing thee to thy rest”, and renewed his mother’s lifelong promise of service.
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That was an excellent speech, especially considering his personal circumstances. Poignant, heartfelt and he stroke the exact right balance between royal role and family in mourning. I was very touched by how he expressed his love for his mother at the end.
The royal family isn't allowed to show much emotion on camera or in the public either. You could tell after this was shown he absolutely was at tears. God bless.
Yeah, it was the best speech from a family spending millions of taxpayer money to try to cover up for a child rapist.
Nah
Yes, I was deeply touched also at the end of his speech.
Agree 👍
Whether you like Charles or not you have to respect his speech and the fact that he just lost his own mother, a woman who was admired by many people - God Save the King
I hope he's able to keep the commonwealth together.
Nah
I think many people underrate him because of how he treated Lady Diana but I’m sure he will do great as the King
@@sp9459 nah
You do realise he has speech writers who earn their living putting together something people like you think he thought up himself 🙄🙄🙄
This man will be a good King. The speech was obviously quite personal, honest and thus touching. God save the King!
Always are personal because their reign starting marks the death of their parent 😢😢
@mbradfield53 Not always the case; George VI became king because his brother abdicated the throne.
Queen Elizabeth II's legacy lives on through him and will live on through Prince William, Prince George of Cambridge, and to the next generation of the Windsors.
An excellent speech from a King who, I'm sure, will follow His late mother's example. God Rest The Queen. God Save The King!
which god?
@@stocktonjoans Jesus Christ
@@alexx980_. why would anyone want a blessing from such a wicked and evil god?
@@stocktonjoans the one god
@@stocktonjoans Hr specifically mentioned his Christian upbringing, and he is head of the Church of England now, so that has to take priority.
A sound and heartfelt first speech as King Charles lll.
'God Save The Queen,
Long Live The King'.
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@stocktonjoans No matter how cynical you are, he just lost his mother.
@@stocktonjoans wasn't it to repair damages from a fire?
@@cpt.spicypeach3691 who cares what it was for, they live in it, they can bloody well pay for it so the money could go the the NHS where it's desperately needed
@@stocktonjoans The Queen also took on a massive responsibility, she gave back with stoic resolve and steadfastness, and suffered arrows like everyone else. Just because one is born into royalty does not make them immune to difficult trysts. This token of appreciation from Charles was purely a tribute from a son for his dead mother. I'm not into his great reset and thankfully he'll not be a spokesman for the World Economic Forum now he has royal duties, and l'm not s royalist having been married to an Irishman, again l felt his speech hit the right note.
While mentioning Philip his eyes start to fill up with tears
Heartbreaking
Philip is a racist lunatic
In the span of a year and change, the man buried both his parents
@@chrismc410 17 months.
The ending :( you could see he was going to break down & I do not blame him & should not feel he has to hide his feelings it was his mother at the end of the day, this is probably the hardest thing he has ever had to do especially just over 24 hours after his mother has passed, God Save The King 💗
yes the tears were there, i really felt for him. i lost my mum 3 years ago today.
@@theladysingstheblues8322 I'm sorry for you loss. It's hard losing a parent.
@@theladysingstheblues8322 MHDSRIP
There were not tears “there”. He was not about to “break down”. He was solemn and sad. That’s it.
Baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaarf
When he said, "As you begin your last journey..." that "last" captured all the sadness and emotions King Charles felt. Beautiful and heartfelt speech indeed!
You've got to hand it to him, the man couldn't have pulled this off better if he tried. Many people have had doubts about his ability to carry the monarchy after his mothers death. He's certainly got a tough job ahead filling his mothers shoes. But if this speech proves anything, it's that he's more than up to the task.
Perhaps it's understandable that he may have been very much under estimated while in the shadow of his mother. And perhaps a great deal of that misjudgement of him has been of his own making out of his own sense of duty - that he knew his place as heir in waiting was to never outshine his mother.
You've absolutely nailed it John. He knew to never outshine his mother, a true heir in waiting.
Well, he listened to his mother...he's all ears.
Well said John
I remember watching the speech with my Grandad, my grandmother (2nd Nanny) and my 2009 Woody. Woody was absolutely full of heartbreak because he worried for mine and my mother’s mental health bless him
I very rarely follow the royal family but from what I did see of various photos and articles about the queen and the rest of the royal family the queen was most definitely a beautiful and incredibly smart lady and how she carried herself gracefully despite health issues she left her family a gracious grand legacy. I hope that king Charles III will continue the gracious grand work that his mother greatfully done throughout her years. Rest in happiness and peace Queen Elizabeth II you have dutifully earned it.
What a touching speech..Last autumn I lost my beloved member in my family,my grandmother..and i particularly know how it feels:the lost... I'm sure that HM Charles the third will do the best as he can in memory of his honorable mother.. God bless the King!
Sorry to hear that man, lost someone last year as well so I know the pain. Just gotta keep moving forwards.
Kia Ora & God Save The King. Stay strong your Majesty. The McNaughten Family New Zealand.🇬🇧
Charles has really grown into his new role as King over the last many years. He will do well.
Well the king doesn't really have power anymore, so yeah I'm sure he'll do well spending taxpayer money.
@@AdamJensen_ He represents the nation and commonwealth, what do you mean no power?
@@rxc-dt2ig symbolic power
@@AdamJensen_ That's not how it works.... the Royal Family makes more money for the UK than they get from taxes. Therefore, by definition, the taxes spent on the Royal Family are investments and injections into the UK economy. Nice try, but your only argument against the Royal Family is completely flawed.
@@AdamJensen_ He absolutely has power, just not in the way you envision, mate
"May flights of angels sing thee to thy rest"
King Charles III not only gave a very good mindful speech, he made several key points. Firstly, Camilla will be Queen Camilla. Secondly, William is his heir and will assume all the roles he assumed as Prince of Wales. Finally, he did not address Harry and Meghan as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. He also never mentioned that they would have a working role in the royal family, and specifically said that ". . . as they continue to build their lives overseas". All the nonsense put out about the HRH and Prince and Princess titles for their children makes no sense given the parents will not be working royals nor are they HRH's. In addition, I suspect it is questionable if they will remain Duke and Duchess.
Intelligent people don't use too many words to convey a message. They just use the right words....
That was a great speech from His majesty.
God save the king....
Started as he means to go on. Personal, humble, gracious and honourable. Perfect. His mother trained him well and this gives me confidence for his future. God save the King
I felt his speech. He did not miss to include his children and their wives. I wish you all the best in your reign, King Charles! ❤️
Wonder if he thought about his children and wives as he was adultering?
@@kenshiro1789 bet he didn’t, same way diana didn’t think of her sons while she was sleeping with oliver hoare, will carling, haznat khan, etc😉
I'll never forget being invited to an event that was thrown together in honour of a particular nation's heritage in conjunction with a large corporate in London. Their Ambassador had been repeatedly invited and had shown little interest until it became known that very evening that the Prince would be in attendance. Barely able to speak coherent English, he was doing a horrific job at talking the attendees through the exhibit. In stepped Charles who absolutely rescued the situation with his detailed knowledge & eloquence. This man is very underrated, and has led a hugely accomplished and productive life without blueprint, often in the face of unwarranted cynicism from the sneering press. He is a uniquely prepared Sovereign, and has long been an asset to Britain. I watched him tell the Royals of another nation that had taken to constructing large shiny buildings not to demolish what was a decaying yet historical cultural hub with the deftest subtlety. His knowledge of my own country, Pakistan, and our regions, and even our cottage industries impressed me immensely. Make no mistake he has elephantine shoes to fill, but if anybody has a shot, it's him. I hope the Brits give him a chance.
I’ve seen some of his old interviews, some of which were with late Princess Diana. One thing that stood out for me about all his interviews is how passionate he is about protecting natural environment, and how he respected the diverse heritage. In one of the interviews from the 80s, he talked about his vegetarianism & how people are always shocked when someone is a vegetarian but they’re perfectly okay with non-vegetarianism, implying how vegetarianism is good for our environment, yet it’s looked down upon. This was the 80s mind you, but what he said then, holds true today.
I think he’ll do a wonderful job as a King. He’s much more outgoing and open compared to The Queen, as she came from a more conservative generation.
@@SimV239 He's always been the most ardent critic of genetically modified foods, modern farming practices, and a passionate defender of the environment. If you ever get the chance to visit Highgrove the way he set up the grounds with the help of his sister in law shows such an intricate knowledge of nature. I've never seen anything like it. His vegetarianism was probably short-lived. His favourite meal is grouse mousakka! I don't know whether I agree with your comment about being more outgoing, he's just had the liberty of not being the Sovereign, that's a very different job, and it's pretty restrictive.
A fine comment Ali 👍
Very interesting - thanks for sharing this story. I do think he is a well meaning and forward thinking person.
@@AliHussain-fz7pd don’t worry,he’ll be part of the Green Agenda…and the financial gravy train. Klaus will be so pleased too.
I have heard it all, Charles has spoken magnificently. I trust he will be an excellent king
if he's not even faithful to his own wife how can he be faithful to an entire country.
Well if he isnt then its not like we are gonna have him king for very long lets be honest
@@LeonZaneFigueira you know that shitload of kings had mistresses, right?
Agree.
@@MaccaveliPL but it's the 21st, not the 17th century...
Fantastic speech. Had me in tears towards the end. Long live the King!
I don’t mind admitting I cried and cried at this beautiful speech
I cried too in my grandmothers arms as we mourned the Queen.
Good grief. some people will admit to anything
My heart breaks for King Charles, his family, and the citizens of all those nations who called her their Queen. From Pennsylvania, USA, my deep condolences.
Well said, and I echo your sentiments from Columbus, GA USA.
Same sentiments from Historic New Castle, Delaware, USA.
Well said. Nashville, TN, USA
Thankyou 🙏
How on Earth could other countries call her queen?
Can you not think for yourself?
You're so brainwashed that you really can't think for yourself and I feel sorry for you, as it's not your fault!
This gentle man, is a swearing bully in private life!
His gardener had to resign as 25 years of swearing was too long, he said!
What a great speech by our new King. I think he has done some very good things in his life. I'm sure he will continue to do more. I spoke at my Mothers funeral, some time after she had died. I admire him for his ability to hold it together. Well done Sir.
The king is definitely well-spoken, a good quality to have
Especially when you are dressing down your servants and perpetuating the class system.
Tears behind every line but he does his duty with dignity and honesty. Long live King Charles.
Exactly: dignity, honesty and humanity - profoundly touching and highly uplifting at the same time.
My deepest and highest respects to King Charles III.
at 73 I'd say King Charles has already lived long
Yea shame he didn't conduct his personal life with dignity, honesty and humanity.
@@leemorris4481 Shame, but hardly surprising, that some circus peanuts still don't get it.
Very true, fauning sychophantic royalists. Make me sick.
King Charles speech was so profound and heartfelt, his tribute to his mama, respectful and loving. Beautifully spoken. God bless the future monarchy.
Hello how are you doing..?
I'm not a monarchy fan but I have to say that was a really good speech. You can see that he's being sincere and speaking from his heart.
@LALIT Dhanwani nonsnese.
I'm not a royalist, but Charles demonstrates a profound balance of a sovereign in charge & the humility of simply being human.
I'm not a royalist either. No he doesn't.
@@E-Kat don't criyise nobody is perfect why do you hate him so much stop this hate speech pleasecsay sorry
@@vibes292 give me one example of Charle's humility if you are so well informed?
Charles behaves in the following way. He:
Perpetuates the class system.
Does not pay inheritance tax.
Does not obey the law.
Does not ask to be elected.
Does accept cash from foreign countries.
Demands to see the elected PM once a week.
Demands the police and law makers to swear allegiance to him.
Ruins the environment by owning several cars.
Ruins the environment by using several palaces.
Ruins the environment by traveling on his own plane.
Ruins the environment by traveling on his own train.
He is not humble. He is the most arrogant human in the UK.
2021: 41-gun salute for Prince Philip
2022: 96-round gun salute for Queen Elizabeth II
Accept lot of Condolences from Pakistan.🇵🇰
"As the Queen herself did with such unswerving devotion, I too now, solemnly pledge myself throughout the remaining time God grants me, to uphold the Constitutional principles and the heart of our nation and wherever you live in the United Kingdom or in the realms and territories across the world and whatever may be your background or beliefs, I shall endeavour to serve you with loyalty, respect, and love, as I have throughout my life."
- King Charles, III. 🇬🇧👑
King Charles and Camilla will receive a great welcome when they do visit Ireland , north and south…🇮🇪🇬🇧
@@karylhogan5758 That will be probably great for them. They deserve to receive such an honour 🤗
🇬🇧 👑
I believe he will be a good King.
Be a good people, in return.
Thank you for posting that. It's comforting.
Boy you can see he’s swimming in grief. What a beautiful heartfelt tribute to his mother. Especially at the end. I hadn’t realized he and Camilla were together 17 years. Hats off to her for her service. Beautiful tribute to his children as well.
Hey how are you doing today..?
His nose is kinda red. He's been crying for some time.
Your mother was a very beautiful and gracious lady. I will miss her very much.God bler her soul!
I think this was a great address to the nation, I am looking forward to his first Christmas speech in a few months.
God Save King Charles III 👑 🇬🇧
Must be hard for him to lose his mother! And for us to lose the queen! It's so weird to say that now U.K has a king, but it's just as it goes! Long live the new king!
you say that as if he hasn't been waiting for this day his whole life, he was starting be worry he'd never get a go on the throne
@@stocktonjoans
Are you going to respond to every comment with your bitterness, or just the first few?
@@davidmccann9811 he s just a troll living in his parents basement 🤣
I have one question, how long has it been since there was a King of England, before Charles the 3rd?
@@akhoris5634 sure kiddo, whatever you say lol
A wonderful speech by King Charles III.
Did he write it himself?
@@babblo1389 nope, some speechwriters did and he’s well trained in the art coming over all sincere via camera. The simps lap it up as expected
God has the Queen. She has devoted her whole life to The United Kingdom. May she rest in peace and see Prince Philip again. Queen Elizabeth II, the Queen of Britain, the queen of the world and now, a Queen in heaven. 🌟🇬🇧
My condolences from the Netherlands🖤.
God save the king🇬🇧❤️
Queen of the world she most definitely was. I hope she and Philip are reunited. So thankful they were here. God most definitely has the Queen
God save the king!!! My family 's praying 🙏 for you all that God will be with you all and strengthen you with his words and shelter you with his love. From wynterwolf0409 in the U.S.A. who has believed in you as a little girl you have seen all kinds of new things that have been made , I wonder what you thought of all you have seen in your life . You have seen so much, God has saved the Queen, she is in his loving care. Her ow, God Save The King!
It does not work that way.
@@ibibo3146 how would you know? Are you God?
@@ibibo3146
And you know this how...??!
Tell us how it does work then genius ...?
Whoa....I don't know how he did that, I lost my mother a year ago and can barely mention her without becoming a gibbering wreck. He has a regal strength like his mum.
I didn’t think it would affect me the way it has. There’s been a lump in my throat since yesterday and many tears. I already miss her so much. The world lost someone so special yesterday. 😢❤️
Hey how are you doing today..?
He pitched this perfectly
Perfection...beautiful words spoken during a time of great sadness
RIP QUEEN ELIZABETH II, YOU truly will be missed. Long live the King. God Bless you
Rest in peace your majesty, I'm an Aussie but I would always pledge to follow the royal family. God save the king.
God Save the King. Very touching speech. I'm very glad to hear that Prince William is now also Prince of Wales, and, Catherine will be Princess of wales, for this wasn't automatically bestowed on them. Nice diplomatical nod to H and M, confirming that they have their own path as they wished. I guess this prepares the way to striping off those titles. But right now, it's time to mourn, and honour the Memory of our beloved Queen Elizabeth II. May She Rest in Peace.
Hello how are you doing today..?
Hello greetings from king Charles thanks for liking my page we are one it's my pleasure I love my fans can yaman so how are you doing
It still seems unreal. Much hope and best wishes for your nation moving forward🥹👑
Very important, very heartfelt speech. I can feel the heaviness in every word. I can only imagine his feelings of loss having lost both parents so close together, but especially his mum
HM King speech was very inspiring, and his love and thankfulness to his mother is amazing.
Very beautiful speech from King Charles III
This speech touch my heart. King Charles is an excelent human be. God bless him.
How beautiful .." May flights of angels sing thee to thy rest .. "
Thank you Ma'am RIP from a Londoner in Toronto.
Boy that was emotional. What a wonderful speech and so well put across. The Kings eyes looked to turn so red as he spoke of hi Mama and Papa at the end. So very moving.
Beautiful message 🙏🕊
Charles has such a beautiful speaking voice.
A wonderful speach and a great tribute to his late mother. It was genuine, honest, full of love and to the point. I wish our politicians could be this plain spoken. Maybe it's just me but I think our King connected more with his peoples in his speach than our political leaders ever have between them. It must be so difficult for him to assume his new role and take on the huge responsibility of becoming our new monarch while grieving for the loss of his mother. Utmost respect for King Charles III. Thoughts are with our King and his family at this sad time.
Hello how are you doing..?
You realize he has speech writers? How about calling a referendum and we’ll see how good this man is.
Beautiful speech, brilliantly delivered 👏 ❤️
God Safe the King!
From Indiana, USA. We morn with all of you. The Queen was a beacon of light. That light still shines bright within you and the rest of your family. May she R.I.P. God save the new King, Charles the third
Meanwhile King Biden is an absolute laughing stock 🙈
Rest in peace queen Elizabeth 2nd
You will be missed
Thank you..for everything
And i hope the king can do just as well
only by idiots
End of an epoch.
We are no longer Elizabethans.
I stood at the shore of the Deben at Melton today across the river from Sutton Hoo. Where the people would have dragged King Raedwald's ship up to the burial site in 624AD.
Whatever your thoughts on the monarchy, in 1500 years, our queen will too be remembered.
This is our history.
My condolences for the Queen's family and for all those she served.
I truly am sorry, and you have my full condolences, we have lost a wonderful and unforgettable queen
You’re a good bloke, your mother was an awesome inspiration to so many. Good luck as king
From America. We are with you in mourning. May the Beautiful Queen Rest in Peace!
He'll be a good King.
"May flights of angels sing thee to thy rest", was from the hymn they sung during Diana's funeral.
It's from Hamlet.
720p... really? C'mon BBC, you ought to have full HD on this most important moment.
The end of this speech was absolutely heartbreaking. Charles drew on decades of nobility to hold back his tears. Long live the king.
He probably hit the gin with a vengeance. I can't say I would have blamed him
Sending so much love, light, and comforting energy and prayers to the family and all of the people of England and the Commonwealth. From Virginia
Outstanding 1st speech of a modern day King. Salute.
Well said your Majesty. My heartfelt condolences for the loss of your Mom, her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
For anybody to be enabled to discuss a late family member, mere hours after their passing is astonishingly difficult. For them to then carry on and be composed enough to read a speech is awesome. For a new King, adjusting to a new role, to have lost his "mummy", and so soon after his father, be composed enough to greet thousands on his doorstep, and to then read a speech to the world. Now, that's stoic!
Whatever your thoughts are on our new King, you simply cannot argue that this man has just put on his biggest, bravest face in the hardest days of his life.
Who can honestly say they would be this well composed after the passing of their loved ones?
Long live our King.
Great comment Ian 👍
@@gearoidmacruari2292 thank you. I've seen a few comments recently from those who don't like the royal family, but all considered. Each of them are just like you and I. We all have families, we will all feel grief, and this person is a public figure who has to grieve in public, as well as in private. This must have been terribly difficult for King Charles.
I'm Canadian, She will be greatly missed by all Canadians young and old and a great lost to our head of state and our commonwealth, I cannot express the lost because of how much she meant... but her steadiness over my lifetime and the check and balances she provided, she was our nation's grandmother and taught us from afar... she will be greatly missed, in this uncertain time. Our hearts are with our brothers and sisters across the world. My thoughts and prayers are with his Majesty the King and his family. God save the King!
Words that touching deeply in the heart...
I'm sorry your duty needed you to do this in a time mourning for your mother. God bless you, your highness.
An excellent, heart felt speech. I’ve had the privilege of meeting Charles on a few occasions, my father played polo with him and from everything I know, he will serve this country with dignity and very much from the heart. He is a man that truly cares rather than just going through the motions. We’re lucky to have him
I’ve never heard him. He has an amazing voice.
Where have you been hiding?
what a beautiful speech from are new king long live the king
I am sad. This year Christmas 🎄 we wont have Queens message. I was crying all morning today.
What a wonderful speech, despite the sadness we all share. God save the King. Greetings from Germany.
R.i.p Queen Elizabeth the ll 😭
From America, we truly wish everyone the best. I am saddened by this loss.
What a tribute from a man who truly loved his mother. May God grant him health, strength, courage and wisdom in the days, weeks and years ahead. Long live King Charles 3rd.
I had my doubts, but if Charles continues to be as well-spoken, thoughtful and sensitive in the future as he was in this speech, I think he'll do a fine job.
He is a waste of good space and a jerk
That was a really good speech I must say very genuine balanced and heartfelt
Beautiful speech! Charles delivered
That speech was very poised and well spoken. Actually makes me feel proud for some reason... it made me miss my Mom also.
What a very wonderful poignant and heartfelt message King Charles has spoken in a tribute to his beloved mother and the nation. I am sure that every one who heard his speech listened to every single word. R.I.P your majesty Queen Elizabeth..God save the king.
An excellent speech from the King.
An excellent mother Elizabeth and the Queen Elizabeth II ❤️ my deepest condolences to the Family and People of Great Britain. I believe and I am sure King will rule the country as his mother did and he will do the best. We love you and this love from Khazakhstan and Russia.
God save the King!
Here here. Well said
There is a power greater than myself, and all of us, and in that I trust. No matter what "I" think, the judgements, fears, hate, the constant in my experience of life, Things happen when they are supposed to. We are ALL Loved! Have Faith, and Trust.🙏
Long live the King.
So very sorry for your loss Dear King Charles III.
May you live long to remember your Dear most beloved Mother. 🙏💔
Beautiful and heartfelt speech. Long live the King!
Was a lovely speech, a wonderful tribute. Doesn't matter if one is royalty or like the masses, losing one's Mother is a heartbreak. May your Family, your Country find solace in the fact that she's at peace.
LONG LIVE THE KING!
It's New Year's Eve 2022, I have only just brought myself to be able to watch this - increadibly sad. One thing The Queen taught me is you don't have to 'know' someone in the physical world in order to be connected to their spirit.
Long live the King.
Why lick the boots of a man who doesn't know or care about you in any way.
A very touching, full of love and admirations of King Charles III to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. I remember King Charles III humor addressing the queen "Her Majesty Mommy" is so adorable, and it always made me smile everytime I remember those speeches. But as he spoke today and when he said "to my darling mama" my tears just fell. I can feel the very deep sorrow from his voice. God Save the King.
The ending 😭💔. Made me think of my own beloved mommy and her loss. She was my Queen
Excellent and heartfelt. Thank You
Sincere and heartfelt. Even naysayers were moved and impacted. God bless the King, and may he thrive in his attempts to uphold the ideals we all hold to be noteworthy and just.
Eloquently stated and poignant heartfelt speech in memoriam. Sending deepest of condolences. God Save the King