Britain's biggest royal fan whose home is dedicated to the monarchy shared a moving message to the Queen when it was announced she was unwell. Margaret Tyler - a 78-year-old grandmother from Wembley, London - spoke on behalf of the nation yesterday when she simply said "we are here for you" when addressing Her Majesty.
Superfan Margaret had met Queen Elizabeth II four times and has adorned her home from floor to ceiling with monarch memorabilia, to the point her home has been mistaken for a museum by passersby. Each room is decked out with photographs, books, and cardboard cutouts of the royal family.
Speaking of the Queen's ill health on Thursday before her passing, the grandmother-of-four said: "I was horrified hearing the news. One thing I dread before bed every night is a phone call in the middle of the night to tell me something has happened to her.
"I would be devastated. I've always loved the royal family and I always will."
She added: "Ma'am, look after yourself, we need you here with us. We are here for you."
Queen Elizabeth II died peacefully at the age of 96 on Thursday, surrounded by her family at her beloved Balmoral estate.
The country's longest-reigning monarch was placed under medical supervision with a statement issued in the afternoon saying royal doctors were concerned for her health.
It was later announced the Queen had died peacefully, with a Palace statement at 6.30pm.
Margaret described the Queen as a "wonderful person".
She was just eight-years-old when the late sovereign was crowned - and recalled being "broken-hearted" when her father wouldn't buy a TV so she could watch.
On the four occasions she had met the Queen, Margaret says she was "so kind and sweet" every time.
She also met Princess Diana just a matter of weeks before she passed away.
Margaret said: "I was like jelly after meeting her.
"The most recent time, I ran all the way home to tell my daughter on the phone.
"I was puffing and panting so hard, she thought I was having a heart attack."
At the time of Her Majesty's declining health, Margaret said: "If anything happens to her, I would be in tears for a long time.
"I have grown up with her and I love what she does. The whole thing would be different without her."
She added: "Whatever happens, she has done a marvellous job.
"What she will leave behind is wonderful memories."
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