On May 6, 2023, the Archbishop of Canterbury crowned King Charles III in a historic coronation at Westminster Abbey. The ceremony was steeped in pomp and pageantry, with 100 heads of state, kings and queens, celebrities, everyday heroes, and family and friends of the monarch in attendance. The King was anointed with holy oil and wore a scarlet robe previously worn by his grandfather, King George VI. Queen Camilla was crowned with Queen Mary’s Crown. The ceremony was highly religious, with prayers centered on the theme of “Called to Serve.” The King and Queen left Westminster Abbey in the Gold State Coach, cheered on by thousands of wellwishers. The coronation was watched by millions around the world and featured high-profile guests such as Andrew Lloyd Webber, Stephen Fry, and Jill Biden. This historic event marks the first time most people have seen the coronation of a British monarch. Follow our dedicated coronation page for in-depth coverage and submit your own message on what you think of the coronation.
