Former England football captain David Beckham has now passed the Queen's coffin after queuing since 2am this morning to attend the Lying In State. Speaking about joining thousands in the queue, the ex-Manchester United star added: “I thought by coming at 2am it was going to be a little bit quieter – I was wrong.”
He stood with members of the public who had lined the long walk to Westminster Hall for more than 12 hours to pay his respects. Wearing a dark suit and black tie, Beckham added: "We can all see with the love that has been shown, how special she is and how special she was and the legacy that she leaves behind.
“It’s a sad day, but it’s a day for us to remember the incredible legacy that she’s left. So this day was always going to be difficult, and it’s difficult for the nation, it’s difficult for everyone around the world, because I think everyone is feeling it, and our thoughts are with the family and obviously with everybody here today.
