Over the years, the Queen delighted and shocked many of those around her. Queen Elizabeth II's no-nonsense attitude coupled with her penchant for fun, meant you often did not know what was to come next. But even if you tried to guess, she would likely defy your expectations.
From teaming up with Paddington for their sweet Jubilee sketch, to using a ceremonial sword during a now-iconic cake cutting, she always carried out her duty with style and flair. And she was never afraid to take a hands-on approach, all the while injecting her own oomph into the task at hand. However, this did not mean those around her were not surprised by her attitude from time to time.
