The late Queen was not only a head of state but also a cherished grandmother, doting on her eight grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren—a role she truly relished. One of her great-grandchildren, Prince Louie, had an exceptionally close bond with the British monarch. For a start, their birthdays are just two days apart.
Louis was also close to his great-grandmother thanks to his parents, so much so, in fact, that his mother, Catherine, had a direct phone line to the Queen. She used it regularly to check in on her and give updates on the children. To make the connection between Queen Elizabeth and Prince Louis even sweeter, it was revealed that the Princess reportedly taught the Queen how to operate Zoom so she could continue to see her great-grandchildren throughout the coronavirus pandemic lockdown.
Her legendary commitment to her duties was unmatched, yet it was her profound affection for her family that shone through, captured in intimate photos and anecdotes from those who knew her best. Royal fans have been wondering how Queen Elizabeth II’s great-grandchildren have been handling the news of her death at 96 years old, and we may have a glimpse into how they are coping.
While meeting with supporters outside Windsor Castle, the Princess of Wales revealed what Louis said in response to the news of the Queen’s passing. She said, “My little Louis, he’s just so sweet. He’s like, ‘Mommy, don’t worry, she’s with great-grandpa.'” This touching comment showcased how special the Queen was to all generations.
The Princess made this remark while viewing tributes to her late grandmother-in-law, which made headlines as she walked alongside Prince Harry and his wife. The gesture was significant, given their strained relationship at the time, which still persists, according to royal author Katie Nicholl.
The late Queen adored her great-grandchildren, evident in a photograph shared by the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge in April 2021. The image celebrated the Queen’s 90th birthday and showed her holding a tiny baby Louis. Middleton revealed that her children have an adorable nickname for their great-grandmother—“Gan-Gan.” She added that whenever Elizabeth visited, she would leave a little gift or something in their room as a token of her love for the family.
Back in June, all eyes were on Queen Elizabeth II as she appeared on the balcony of Buckingham Palace during the Trooping the Colour parade. However, it was Prince Louis who inadvertently stole the show. The pint-sized royal, just four years old, stood animatedly beside his great-grandmother, reacting to the noise of the planes overhead, waving to the crowd, and making funny faces. Queen Elizabeth smiled throughout his antics, enjoying her great-grandson’s energetic spirit.
The late Queen’s protective and loving nature extended to all her great-grandchildren. She often remarked on their dynamics, particularly between Charlotte and George. Even as children, Charlotte was protective of her younger sibling, Prince Louis, as seen in family photos where she cradled and cared for him tenderly.
This bond between Queen Elizabeth and her great-grandchildren serves as a testament to her enduring legacy of love and family devotion.
