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Daily Mirror
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Ellie Fry

Queen's loyal 7ft2 tall staff member that joined procession in front of her coffin

As the Queen's coffin travels to Windsor Castle during the state funeral today, people on social media have been shocked by the 'insanely tall man' walking in the procession, and have been desperate to find out who he is.

The incredibly tall mourner stands out during the procession, leaving many people with questions over his identity. The very tall man is in fact Matthew Magee, a former assistant private secretary to the late monarch.

Standing at a huge 7ft 2in, he would have dwarfed the late Queen who was only 5ft 3in tall.

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