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Photos: The life and times of Queen Elizabeth II

Highlights from the life and times of Queen Elizabeth II.

The Duchess of York holds her baby Princess Elizabeth (later Queen Elizabeth II), May 1926.

Albert, Duke of York, and his daughter Princess Elizabeth in July 1929.

King George VI and Queen Elizabeth with Princess Margaret Rose, left, and Princess Elizabeth, right, at the Welsh House, a miniature cottage on the grounds of Windsor Castle, Berkshire, in 1931.

King George VI and Queen Elizabeth with Queen Mary, center; Princesses Elizabeth, left, and Margaret Rose; and members of the extended royal family on the balcony of Buckingham Palace after his coronation ceremony on May 12, 1937.

Princess Elizabeth and a friend take the London Zoo's penguins for a walk June 30, 1938.

Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret make a broadcast to the children of the British Empire during World War II on Oct. 10, 1940.

Princess Elizabeth visits an army training establishment, in southern England, on Dec. 18, 1944. 

Shortly after her 18th birthday in 1944, she was appointed a counsellor of state during the king's absence on a tour of the Italian battlefields and, for the first time, carried out some of the duties of head of state.

Then-Princess Elizabeth and Philip Mountbatten pose together during their engagement in July 1947.

In 1939, when Philip was a cadet at the Royal Navy College, he began exchanging letters with Princess Elizabeth, the 13-year-old heir to the British throne.

Her early correspondence about Philip tells the tale of a besotted teenager. She described him as looking "like a Viking god." The third cousins eventually got engaged in the summer of 1947.

Photos: At the queen's side: Prince Philip through the years

Princess Elizabeth sits side-saddle in her uniform as colonel-in-chief of the Grenadier Guards in 1947.

Elizabeth and Philip pose with King George VI, Queen Elizabeth (the future Queen Mother) and other members of the royal family at Buckingham Palace after their wedding Nov. 20, 1947.

Philip received the title Duke of Edinburgh on the morning of the wedding.

Princess Elizabeth wears a silver gown with a diamond tiara and a pearl necklace in this formal portrait taken in August 1949.

Princess Elizabeth greeting Winston Churchill at Guildhall on March 23, 1950.

Princess Elizabeth stands with her husband, Prince Philip, and their children Prince Charles and Princess Anne at Clarence House, the royal couple's London residence, on Aug. 9, 1951.

The coronation of Queen Elizabeth II was held June 2, 1953, in Westminster Abbey in London, more than a year after Elizabeth, then 26, ascended the throne of the United Kingdom upon the death of her father, King George VI, on Feb. 6, 1952.

She was crowned queen of the United Kingdom as well as taking on the role of head of the Commonwealth.

The coronation was the first to be televised and was also the world's first major international event to be broadcast on television.

Queen Elizabeth II on April 15, 1952, to mark her accession and coronation.

Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, pose for a portrait in Buckingham Palace in London in December 1958.

Queen Elizabeth II addresses a vast gathering, estimated at more than a quarter of a million, at the Ramlila Grounds, outside the walls of Old Delhi, India, on Jan. 28, 1961.

Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip drive in the Potsdamer Platz where they had a close view of the wall dividing East Germany and West Germany, during a sightseeing tour of West Berlin on the last stages of their state visit to West Germany, on May 27, 1965.

The queen's tour of Germany was the first state visit by a British monarch since King Edward VII in 1909. Her grandfather, King George V, went to a private family wedding of German Kaiser Wilhelm II's daughter in 1913. 

Queen Elizabeth II visits the coal mining village of Aberfan in Wales, following the disaster that resulted in the deaths of 116 children and 28 adults, on Oct. 29, 1966.

An avalanche of 2 million tons of rain-soaked coal waste slipped 500 feet down a mountainside and engulfed a schoolhouse. Of the 240 children at the school, 109 were killed, along with five teachers.

Queen Elizabeth II arrives at King's Cross railway station in London with her four corgi dogs on Oct. 15, 1969.

Queen Elizabeth II visits the Town Hall in Sydney with Lord Mayor of Sydney  Emmet McDermott during her tour of Australia, in May 1970.

It was on this trip that the royal "walkabout" idea was formed, meeting not just officials and dignitaries, but also  well-wishers from the public on foot as opposed to sitting in a car further away from the crowds.

Princess Anne, Prince Andrew, Prince Philip, Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Edward and Prince Charles at Buckingham Palace in London, on Nov. 20, 1972.

Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip admiring a silver bell during celebrations of her Silver Jubilee on June 7, 1977, in London.

During the summer months, the queen embarked on a large-scale tour, having decided that she wished to mark her jubilee by meeting as many people as possible.

During the year, it was estimated that the queen and the Duke of Edinburgh traveled 56,000 miles.

Queen Elizabeth II on a walkabout in Portsmouth, England, during her Silver Jubilee tour of Great Britain on June 29, 1977.

Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip during their visit to New Zealand, summer 1977 during the international Silver Jubilee tour.

Queen Elizabeth II with Prince Charles and his fiancée, Lady Diana Spencer, at Buckingham Palace on March 27, 1981.

Prince Charles and his bride, Diana, Princess of Wales, and his parents, Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Phillip, wave from the balcony of Buckingham Palace in London after their marriage at St. Paul's Cathedral on July 29, 1981.

Pope John Paul II walks with Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace in London on May 28, 1982.

He sought to overcome centuries of distrust when he became the first pope to visit British shores, preaching reconciliation between the Vatican and Anglicans even as British troops battled Catholic Argentines in the Falklands.

President Ronald Reagan and Queen Elizabeth II go horseback riding on the grounds of Windsor Castle, in England, on June 8, 1982.

Queen Elizabeth II and Mother Teresa look at the insignia of the honorary Order of Merit that the queen presented in New Delhi on Nov. 24, 1983.

Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip visit the Great Wall of China on Oct. 14, 1986.

The queen  became the first British monarch to visit the Chinese mainland,  almost two years after the two countries agreed on the future of the British crown colony of Hong Kong, and during a time of increasing British-Chinese trade.

South African President Nelson Mandela and Queen Elizabeth II ride in a carriage along the Mall, London, on the first full day of his state visit to Britain on July 9, 1996.

Queen Elizabeth II and her husband, the Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip, view some of the numerous tributes to Diana, the Princess of Wales, at London's Buckingham Palace on Sept. 5, 1997.

When Diana was killed in a car crash in Paris and the world mourned her death, Elizabeth was criticized for staying silent for days and hunkering down at her home in Scotland with Prince Charles and her grandsons, Princes William and Harry.

When the queen finally returned to London nearly a week later, she paid tribute to Diana. "I for one believe there are lessons to be drawn from her life and from the extraordinary and moving reaction to her death," Elizabeth said.

Queen Elizabeth II and Pope John Paul II meet at the Vatican on Oct. 17, 2000.

The pope and the queen shared their hopes for progress in Christian unity during her first visit to the Vatican in 20 years.

Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip ride in the Gold State Coach at the head of a parade from Buckingham Palace to St. Paul's Cathedral to celebrate her Golden Jubilee on June 4, 2002.

The Prince of Wales and his new bride, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, with their families at Windsor Castle after their wedding ceremony on April 9, 2005.

From left are Prince Harry, Prince William, and Tom and Laura Parker Bowles. Seated are the Duke of Edinburgh, Queen Elizabeth II and Camilla's father, Maj. Bruce Shand.

Britain's Queen Elizabeth II stands in the forecourt of London's Buckingham Palace as she observes a two-minute silence in memory of the victims of the London bombings, on July 14, 2005.

The British capital led the tributes as people across Europe joined a two-minute silence to mark the July 7 London bombings that claimed at least 52 victims.

Prince Harry smiles broadly as his grandmother Queen Elizabeth II reviews him and other officers during the Sovereign's Parade at the Royal Military Academy at Sandhurst in Surrey to mark the completion of their training in April 2006.

U.S. President George W. Bush, first lady Laura Bush, Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip pose for a picture at the Grand Foyer of the White House for a State Dinner in Washington, on May 7, 2007.

To mark their diamond wedding anniversary, Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip revisited Broadlands, where 60 years prior they spent their wedding night, on  Nov. 20, 2007.

Broadlands in Hampshire had been the home of Philip's uncle, Earl Mountbatten.

U.S. President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama are welcomed by Queen Elizabeth II to Buckingham Palace on April 1, 2009.

Queen Elizabeth II opens the refurbished East Wing of Somerset House on Feb. 29, 2011, in London.

Prince William shows Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh the Sea King helicopter he flies during his training as a search and rescue pilot during a visit to RAF Valley in Anglesey, Wales, on April 1, 2011.

The queen and Duke of Edinburgh saw William for the first time in his working environment as he gave them a personal tour of an RAF search and rescue helicopter at RAF Valley.

Queen Elizabeth II is shown the Ampulla and Coronation Spoon used at her coronation in 1953 by the Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams, left, as her husband, Prince Philip, and other Christian guests watch as they attend a multi-faith reception to mark the Diamond Jubilee of the queen's accession at Lambeth Palace in London on Feb. 15, 2012.

Prince Charles, Prince of Wales; Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh; Queen Elizabeth ll; Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall; Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge; Prince William, Duke of Cambridge; and Prince Harry on board the royal barge Spirit of Chartwell during the Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant on June 3, 2012, in London.

The Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant had up to 1,000 boats assembled on the Thames from across the U.K., the Commonwealth and around the world. The queen and the Duke of Edinburgh traveled in the royal barge, which formed the centerpiece of the flotilla.

Queen Elizabeth II walks in procession with Prince Charles, left, and Prince William, right, in the annual Garter ceremony at Windsor Castle, England, on June 17, 2013.

The queen leads other members of the royal family and members of the Knights of the Garter in a procession from the castle to St. George's Chapel for the annual service, after which they return by carriage. The Garter ceremony is the oldest of the ceremonial events.

South Korea's President Park Geun-hye and Britain's Queen Elizabeth II toast at a state banquet at Buckingham Palace on Nov. 5, 2013, in London.

Britain's Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip proceed through the Royal Gallery during the State Opening of Parliament in the House of Lords at the Palace of Westminster in London on June 4, 2014.

Queen Elizabeth II sits with the 1st Battalion Welsh Guards after presenting them with New Colors at Windsor Castle on April 30, 2015, outside London.

Queen Elizabeth II — wearing the Diamond Diadem made for King George IV by Rundell, Bridge and Rundell in 1820 as well as the Coronation Earrings and the Coronation Necklace made by Garrard for Queen Victoria in 1858 — accompanied by Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, travels down The Mall in the Diamond Jubilee State Coach after attending the State Opening of Parliament on May 27, 2015, in London.

Prince George of Cambridge talks to Queen Elizabeth II outside the Church of St Mary Magdalene on the Sandringham Estate during the christening of Princess Charlotte of Cambridge on July 5, 2015, in King's Lynn, England.

Queen Elizabeth II at her desk in her private audience room in Buckingham Palace on on Sept. 8, 2015, with one of her official red boxes in which she receives on an almost daily basis official correspondence from government ministers, her representatives across the Commonwealth, and dignitaries further afield.

Queen Elizabeth II attends the formal unveiling of the new logo for Crossrail, which is to be named the Elizabeth line, at the construction site of the Bond Street station in central London on Feb. 23, 2016.

Queen Elizabeth II in the private grounds of Windsor Castle on the steps at the rear of the East Terrace and East Garden with four of her dogs — clockwise from top left, corgi Willow,  dorgie Vulcan, dorgie  Candy and corgi Holly — on April 20, 2016.

Queen Elizabeth II sits next to fashion editor Anna Wintour at the Richard Quinn runway on Feb. 20, 2018.

It was the queen's first visit visit to London Fashion Week. The monarch gave out the first Queen Elizabeth II Award for British Design to London-born Richard Quinn.

The official wedding portrait of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex along with the royal family at Windsor Castle on May 19, 2018, following the carriage procession.

From left, back row, Jasper Dyer, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, Prince Charles, Doria Ragland, Prince William; center row, Brian Mulroney, Prince Philip, Queen Elizabeth II, Kate, Duchess of Cambridge, Princess Charlotte, Prince George, Rylan Litt, John Mulroney; front row, Ivy Mulroney, Florence van Cutsem, Zalie Warren, Remi Litt.

Queen Elizabeth II laughs with Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, during a ceremony to open the Mersey Gateway Bridge on June 14, 2018, in the county of Cheshire, England.

Crowds cheered them on during their first official joint royal trip without Prince Harry.

Queen Elizabeth ll; Meghan, Duchess of Sussex; Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex; Prince William, Duke of Cambridge; and Kate, Duchess of Cambridge stand on the balcony of Buckingham Palace to view a flypast to mark the centenary of the Royal Air Force on July 10, 2018, in London.

Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, introduce their son, Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor, to Queen Elizabeth II and Meghan's mother, Doria Ragland, at Windsor Castle on May 8, 2019.

Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip look at a homemade wedding anniversary card, given to them by their great-grandchildren Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis in the Oak Room at Windsor Castle on Nov. 17, 2020, in Windsor, ahead of their 73rd wedding anniversary on Nov. 20.

Queen Elizabeth II awards Capt. Sir Thomas Moore with the insignia of Knight Bachelor at Windsor Castle on July 17, 2020, in Windsor, England.

British World War II veteran Capt. Tom Moore raised over 32 million pounds for the NHS during the coronavirus pandemic.

Queen Elizabeth II takes her seat alone in St. George's Chapel during the funeral of Prince Philip, the man who had been by her side for 73 years, at Windsor Castle, Windsor, England, on April 17, 2021.

Queen Elizabeth II delivers the Queen's Speech in the House of Lords Chamber during the State Opening of Parliament at the House of Lords on May 11, 2021, in London.

First lady Jill Biden, Queen Elizabeth II and President Joe Biden view the ranks of a Guard of Honour formed of The Queen's Company First Battalion Grenadier Guards at Windsor Castle on June 11, 2021, in Windsor, England.

The president arrived from Cornwall, where he attended the G-7 Leaders' Summit.

Photos: Queen Elizabeth has met 13 out of the last 14 U.S. presidents

Queen Elizabeth II meets representatives of the Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery to mark the 150th anniversary of the foundation of A and B Batteries, at Windsor Castle, Windsor, on Oct. 6, 2021.

Queen Elizabeth II during an audience with Switzerland's President Ignazio Cassis at Windsor Castle, west of London, on April 28, 2022.

Prince Charles, Prince of Wales; Queen Elizabeth II; Prince Louis; Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge; Princess Charlotte; Prince George; and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, watch a flypast from the balcony of Buckingham Palace during Trooping the Color on June 2, 2022, in London.

Queen Elizabeth II waits in the Drawing Room before receiving Liz Truss for an audience at Balmoral, where Truss was be invited to become Prime Minister and form a new government, in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, on Sept. 6, 2022.

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The Picture Show

These photos follow the life of queen elizabeth ii — from childhood to the throne.

Zayrha Rodriguez

May 12, 1937: The royal family is seen at Buckingham Palace in London after the coronation ceremony of Princess Elizabeth's father King George VI. From left: Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, Princess Elizabeth, Mary of England, Princess Margaret and King George VI. AFP/Getty Images hide caption

May 12, 1937: The royal family is seen at Buckingham Palace in London after the coronation ceremony of Princess Elizabeth's father King George VI. From left: Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, Princess Elizabeth, Mary of England, Princess Margaret and King George VI.

Following a 70-year reign, Queen Elizabeth II has died at her castle in Balmoral, Scotland, Buckingham Palace reported on Thursday. She was 96 years old.

We take a look at Queen Elizabeth II's extraordinary life.

Left photo (Oct. 9, 1926): Princess Elizabeth is pictured in her baby carriage for her first outing. Right photo (Oct. 9, 1938): Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret ride in a carriage with their parents, the king and queen, to attend a morning service in Scotland. AFP/Getty Images hide caption

Left photo (Oct. 9, 1926): Princess Elizabeth is pictured in her baby carriage for her first outing. Right photo (Oct. 9, 1938): Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret ride in a carriage with their parents, the king and queen, to attend a morning service in Scotland.

Circa 1930s: King George VI rides horses with his daughter Princess Elizabeth. Ullstein Bild/Getty Images hide caption

Circa 1930s: King George VI rides horses with his daughter Princess Elizabeth.

July 5, 1937: Lord Elphinstone (left) greets the British royal Family. From left: Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother (second from left), Princess Margaret (third from left), Princess Elizabeth (third from right) and King George VI (far right) at Holyrood Palace in Edinburgh, Scotland. Fox Photos/Hulton Archive/Getty Images hide caption

July 5, 1937: Lord Elphinstone (left) greets the British royal Family. From left: Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother (second from left), Princess Margaret (third from left), Princess Elizabeth (third from right) and King George VI (far right) at Holyrood Palace in Edinburgh, Scotland.

Dec. 31, 1939: King George VI, Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother, Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret leave for their Christmas break in Sandringham, England. Universal Images Group via Getty hide caption

Circa 1940s: Princess Elizabeth changes the wheel of a military vehicle during World War II. AFP/Getty Images hide caption

Circa 1940s: Princess Elizabeth changes the wheel of a military vehicle during World War II.

Nov. 20, 1947: Members of the British royal family and guests pose around Princess Elizabeth and Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, on their wedding day in the Throne Room at Buckingham Palace in London. AFP/Getty Images hide caption

Nov. 20, 1947: Members of the British royal family and guests pose around Princess Elizabeth and Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, on their wedding day in the Throne Room at Buckingham Palace in London.

1950 : Queen Elizabeth II makes her Christmas Day broadcast from Government House, Auckland, New Zealand. Mirrorpix/Getty Images hide caption

Feb. 9, 1953: Prince Charles, with his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, and his sister, Princess Anne, left, as they sit in an automobile following their arrival in London by train from a six-week Christmas vacation at Sandringham, England. Eddie Worth/AP hide caption

June 2, 1953: Queen Elizabeth II, surrounded by the bishop of Durham Lord Michael Ramsay (left) and the bishop of Bath and Wells Lord Harold Bradfield, walks to the altar during her coronation ceremony in Westminster Abbey, London, as her maids of honor carry her train. Intercontinentale/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

June 2, 1953: Queen Elizabeth II, surrounded by the bishop of Durham Lord Michael Ramsay (left) and the bishop of Bath and Wells Lord Harold Bradfield, walks to the altar during her coronation ceremony in Westminster Abbey, London, as her maids of honor carry her train.

March 23, 1954: Queen Elizabeth II, followed by the Duke of Edinburgh, wearing formal dress, are greeted on their arrival at Parliament House for a state banquet in Australia. Fox Photos/Getty Images hide caption

March 23, 1954: Queen Elizabeth II, followed by the Duke of Edinburgh, wearing formal dress, are greeted on their arrival at Parliament House for a state banquet in Australia.

April 3, 1957: Queen Elizabeth II (center) with Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother and the Duke of Beaufort. Associated Press hide caption

April 3, 1957: Queen Elizabeth II (center) with Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother and the Duke of Beaufort.

May 17, 1962 : Queen Elizabeth II inspects the Grenadier Guards during a military inspection in the gardens of Buckingham Palace in London. Evening Standard/Getty Images hide caption

May 17, 1962 : Queen Elizabeth II inspects the Grenadier Guards during a military inspection in the gardens of Buckingham Palace in London.

October 15, 1969: Queen Elizabeth II arrives at King's Cross railway station in London with her four corgi dogs after holidays in Balmoral Castle and before welcoming at Buckingham Palace the American astronauts of Apollo 11 who walked on the moon. STF/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

October 15, 1969: Queen Elizabeth II arrives at King's Cross railway station in London with her four corgi dogs after holidays in Balmoral Castle and before welcoming at Buckingham Palace the American astronauts of Apollo 11 who walked on the moon.

May 1970: Queen Elizabeth II visits the Town Hall in Sydney with Sydney Lord Mayor Emmet McDermott during her tour of Australia. She is there in connection with the bicentenary of Captain Cook's 1770 expedition to Australia. Keystone/Getty Images hide caption

May 1970: Queen Elizabeth II visits the Town Hall in Sydney with Sydney Lord Mayor Emmet McDermott during her tour of Australia. She is there in connection with the bicentenary of Captain Cook's 1770 expedition to Australia.

July 29, 1981: Prince Charles and his bride Diana, Princess of Wales, wave from the balcony of Buckingham Palace after their marriage at St. Paul's Cathedral in London. Associated Press hide caption

July 29, 1981: Prince Charles and his bride Diana, Princess of Wales, wave from the balcony of Buckingham Palace after their marriage at St. Paul's Cathedral in London.

July 26, 1981: Queen Elizabeth II presents her son Prince Charles with a trophy after his team, England II, beat Spain 10-5 for the Silver Jubilee Polo Cup at the Guards Polo Club in Windsor, England. Associated Press hide caption

July 26, 1981: Queen Elizabeth II presents her son Prince Charles with a trophy after his team, England II, beat Spain 10-5 for the Silver Jubilee Polo Cup at the Guards Polo Club in Windsor, England.

June 9, 1982: U.S. President Ronald Reagan and Queen Elizabeth II attend a gala dinner at Windsor Castle in London. McCarthy/Getty Images hide caption

June 9, 1982: U.S. President Ronald Reagan and Queen Elizabeth II attend a gala dinner at Windsor Castle in London.

Sept. 4, 1982: The royal family share a joke with Geoff Capes as they attend the Braemar Highland Games in Scotland. From left: The Queen Mother, Queen Elizabeth II, Princess Diana, Prince Charles and Geoff Capes. Mirrorpix/Getty Images hide caption

Sept. 4, 1982: The royal family share a joke with Geoff Capes as they attend the Braemar Highland Games in Scotland. From left: The Queen Mother, Queen Elizabeth II, Princess Diana, Prince Charles and Geoff Capes.

March 20, 1995: Queen Elizabeth II and South African President Nelson Mandela walk from the president's office to parliament in Cape Town, South Africa, during the queen's week-long celebratory visit to the country. Walter Dhladhla/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

March 20, 1995: Queen Elizabeth II and South African President Nelson Mandela walk from the president's office to parliament in Cape Town, South Africa, during the queen's week-long celebratory visit to the country.

June 4, 2002: Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip ride in the Golden State Carriage at the head of a parade from Buckingham Palace to St. Paul's Cathedral to celebrate the Queen's Golden Jubilee in London. Sion Touhig/ Images hide caption

June 4, 2002: Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip ride in the Golden State Carriage at the head of a parade from Buckingham Palace to St. Paul's Cathedral to celebrate the Queen's Golden Jubilee in London.

Nov. 18, 2007: Queen Elizabeth II (center) and Prince Philip (right front) are joined by Prince Charles (left front), Prince Edward (right back), Princess Anne (center back) and Prince Andrew (left back). Tim Graham/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

Nov. 18, 2007: Queen Elizabeth II (center) and Prince Philip (right front) are joined by Prince Charles (left front), Prince Edward (right back), Princess Anne (center back) and Prince Andrew (left back).

May 18, 2011: Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, visit the Guinness Storehouse and watch the pouring of a pint in Dublin, Ireland. The duke and queen's visit to Ireland was the first by a monarch since 1911. Pool/Getty Images hide caption

May 18, 2011: Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, visit the Guinness Storehouse and watch the pouring of a pint in Dublin, Ireland. The duke and queen's visit to Ireland was the first by a monarch since 1911.

July 27, 2012: Queen Elizabeth II speaks during the opening ceremony of the 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium in London. Pool/Getty Images hide caption

July 27, 2012: Queen Elizabeth II speaks during the opening ceremony of the 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium in London.

June 14, 2014: Members of the British royal family watch the fly-past as they stand on the balcony of Buckingham Palace following the Trooping the Colour. From left: Queen Elizabeth II; Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh; Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex; Prince Harry; Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge; and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge. Leon Neal/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

June 12, 2016: Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, wave to guests attending "The Patron's Lunch" celebrations for the queen's 90th birthday in London. Arthur Edwards/WPA Pool/Getty Images hide caption

May 13, 2017: Queen Elizabeth II drives her Range Rover around the Windsor Horse Show in Windsor, England. Mark Cuthbert/UK Press/Getty Images hide caption

June 14, 2018: Queen Elizabeth II laughs with Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex, during the pair's first engagement at a ceremony to open the new Mersey Gateway Bridge in the town of Widnes in Halton, Cheshire, England. Markle married Prince Harry in May 2018. Jeff J. Mitchell/Getty Images hide caption

April 17, 2021: Queen Elizabeth II watches as pallbearers carry the coffin of Prince Philip, Duke Of Edinburgh, into St. George's Chapel in Windsor, England. He served as prince consort to Queen Elizabeth II until his death on April 9, 2021, months short of his 100th birthday. Only 30 guests were invited to his funeral due to coronavirus pandemic restrictions. Yui Mok/Getty Images hide caption

April 17, 2021: Queen Elizabeth II watches as pallbearers carry the coffin of Prince Philip, Duke Of Edinburgh, into St. George's Chapel in Windsor, England. He served as prince consort to Queen Elizabeth II until his death on April 9, 2021, months short of his 100th birthday. Only 30 guests were invited to his funeral due to coronavirus pandemic restrictions.

May 11, 2021: Queen Elizabeth II reads the Queen's Speech on the Sovereign's Throne as Prince Charles (right) listens in the House of Lords chamber during the opening of Parliament at the Houses of Parliament in London. Chris Jackson/Pool/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

June 13, 2021: Queen Elizabeth II (center) with U.S. President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden in the Grand Corridor during their visit to Windsor Castle in Windsor, England. Steve Parson/Getty Images hide caption

Feb. 5, 2022 : Queen Elizabeth II cuts a cake to celebrate the start of the Platinum Jubilee during a reception in the Ballroom of Sandringham House in King's Lynn, England. Joe Giddens/WPA Pool/Getty Images hide caption

June 2, 2022 : Queen Elizabeth II watches with a smile from the balcony of Buckingham Palace after the Trooping the Color ceremony in London on the first of four days of celebrations to mark the Platinum Jubilee. Jonathan Brady/AP hide caption

Sept. 6, 2022: Queen Elizabeth greets newly elected leader of the Conservative party, Liz Truss, as she arrives at Balmoral Castle in Aberdeen, Scotland, for an audience where she will be invited to become prime minister and form a new government. Jane Barlow/WPA Pool/Getty Images hide caption

Sept. 6, 2022: Queen Elizabeth greets newly elected leader of the Conservative party, Liz Truss, as she arrives at Balmoral Castle in Aberdeen, Scotland, for an audience where she will be invited to become prime minister and form a new government.

The Queen: Her life in pictures – from a young princess to a steadfast monarch

• Thursday 8 September 2022 at 8:43pm

The world has lost the Queen - Britain’s longest-serving monarch - who led a truly extraordinary life, from a young unassuming princess to a symbol of endurance and loyalty. 

We look back at the Queen’s life in pictures and some of her most iconic moments.  

Princess Elizabeth - daughter of the Duke and Duchess of York (the future King and Queen of England) waves from her carriage as she is driven around London in 1928. Born on April 21, 1926, she is the first-born of the royal couple.  

The princess would later be joined by younger sister, Princess Margaret, born on August 21, 1930. The two sisters can be seen here in 1941 in the garden of their wartime country residence in Windsor. A petrol shortage during WWII meant their Royal Highnesses pony cart was brought into use. 

Born a decade before the start of WWII, a young Elizabeth, or Lilibet as she was known in her youth, spent her childhood living through the chaos of war. She is seen here with Princess Margaret after they broadcast on "Children's Hour" from Buckingham Palace in 1940 – a radio address to the children of the Commonwealth.  

It would be her first public speech to the world, in which she remarked “and when peace comes, remember it will be for us, the children of today, to make the world of tomorrow a better and happier place.” 

Happiest followed for the young princess after the war, as she got engaged to Philip, a young cadet she had met in 1939 at Dartmouth’s Britannia Royal Naval College.

The engagement announcement came on 9 July 1947 and their wedding took place just four months later, with a ceremony at Westminster Abbey in front of millions on 20 November. 

However, the royal couple’s carefree existence was halted upon the death of King George VI and young Elizabeth was thrust into the spotlight, becoming Queen Elizabeth II. Her coronation on 2 June 1953 was the first to be televised and it was watched by 27 million people in the UK alone.  

The couple’s first two children arrived before the coronation, Charles in 1948, followed by Anne in 1950. The Queen and Prince Philip waited a decade before having their third child, Andrew in 1960 and Edward in 1964.   

It was a lifetime of loyalty to her realm that defined her reign, with the Queen touring the UK, the Commonwealth and overseas hundreds of times.  

She is seen here on a walkabout in Portsmouth and meeting children in Antigua in the Caribbean – both in 1977 during her Silver Jubilee tour. 

The Queen has had a long-standing relationship with the Armed Forces, both in the UK and in the Commonwealth.  

When she was just 18, she became the first female member of the royal family to serve in the armed forces, training as a mechanic and military truck driver. Since then, her bond with the army has remained close and she held many military appointments and honorary ranks.  

Her birthday was celebrated every year with the great military display of Trooping of the Colour and for many years, she attended on horseback, dressed in full military uniform. 

The Queen’s reign has not been without tragedy, most recently the death of her husband of 73 years Prince Philip in 2021. However, one of the most tragic losses the Queen, the royal family and the country had to endure was the death of Princess Diana in 1997. 

She faced fierce criticism over her handling of the situation and not judging the public mood, but in a show of solidarity with the nation, she travelled to London to view the millions of tributes left for the ‘People’s Princess’ outside Buckingham Palace. 

The Queen’s reign has also been laced with happy memories, including many weddings. The most recent was her granddaughter Princess Beatrice’s in 2020, which took place amid the coronavirus pandemic, with the Queen and Philip having to stand socially distanced away from the happy couple.  

Her majesty also attended Prince Harry and Meghan’s wedding in 2018, where she waved and beamed at the newlyweds as they drove past. 

A happy and longstanding marriage is something the Queen fostered, she spent 73 years married Prince Philip. On their golden wedding anniversary in 1997, she said Philip "has, quite simply, been my strength and stay all these years". They can be seen here celebrating their silver wedding anniversary in Balmoral in 1972.

Family has remained a cornerstone of the Queen.

The longest-serving monarch leaves behind four children, eight grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. 

The Queen met every one of Britain’s prime ministers during her lifetime – beginning with  wartime leader, Sir Winston Churchill.    She met her final British prime minister, Liz Truss, at her Balmoral residence in Scotland in a landmark break from tradition, after it was recommended the monarch avoid travel. 

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SLIDESHOW: Highlights from the queen’s Platinum Jubilee in photos

By the associated press - | jun 6, 2022.

LONDON (AP) — Spectacular military parades, street parties up and down the country, drone and light shows at Buckingham Palace, and a surprising starring turn from Queen Elizabeth II and Paddington Bear: Britain’s four-day Platinum Jubilee extravaganza has been one long party demonstrating the extraordinary popularity of the monarch after 70 years on the throne.

Britain’s longest-reigning monarch only made three brief appearances during the long holiday weekend dedicated to marking her service. But the absence of the leading lady didn’t dampen the nation’s party atmosphere, with millions turning out for patriotic street shindigs, barbecues and picnics in their cities and villages.

The four days of celebrations were bookended by two Buckingham Palace balcony appearances by the 96-year-old queen — one on Thursday as festivities kicked off, and the other on Sunday at the finale of a massive street pageant.

Crowds erupted into three cheers as the queen waved and smiled on the balcony along with other working royals after the traditional Trooping the Color military parade on the first day.

She then attended a special beacon-lighting ceremony at Windsor Castle that night, but the brief appearances left her tired. She missed a service of thanksgiving at St. Paul’s Cathedral the next day.

The queen, who has curtailed her public appearances in recent months due to problems moving around, also skipped the prestigious Epsom Derby horse race and a pop concert staged outside Buckingham Palace on Saturday.

She did, however, delight the country when she starred with a computer-animated Paddington Bear in a comedy sketch played at the start of the concert. The video showed the queen sharing a chaotic afternoon tea with the furry character — and revealing that she stored marmalade sandwiches in her famous black handbag.

The concert, headlined by Diana Ross, the rock band Queen and others, thrilled a crowd of 22,000 with drones flying over the palace that created a giant corgi and teapot in the sky.

Crowds of tens of thousands packed the Mall in front of Buckingham Palace for the climax of the festivities, which saw a huge, colorful pageant parade through central London Sunday,

The gold state coach, which transported the queen to her coronation in 1953, led the procession. A hologram of Elizabeth as she looked 69 years ago was shown at the coach’s windows, a poignant reminder of how young she was when she acceded to the throne.

That was followed by 6,000 performers who told the story of the queen’s life along with a parade of vintage cars, double-decker buses, a giant moving wedding cake and huge puppets.

Crowds sang “God Save The Queen” and the queen made her second palace balcony appearance, flanked only by those in the immediate line of succession and two future queen consorts.

It was a closing image that prepared the nation for the future of the monarchy.

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The world is in shock over the death of England’s beloved, long-reigning Queen Elizabeth II. Confirmed by the royal family’s official Twitter account, Queen Elizabeth died peacefully at Balmoral on Thursday afternoon at the age of 96. She reigned as a steady fixture for 70 years alongside 15 different prime ministers, meeting 13 US presidents during her tenure.

As the world collectively mourns her death, we want to revisit the iconic matriarch’s most regal moments during her 70-year reign. From her wedding to Prince Philip at Westminster Abbey in 1947 and the embraces she frequently bestowed on former First Lady Michelle Obama to her powerful presence at the State Opening of Parliament and her complete respect and attention at Commonwealth Realm receptions, there are almost too many regal moments to make note of during her seven-decade rule.

In honor of her extraordinary life and historic reign, read on for Queen Elizabeth II’s most majestic, monumental, and inspiring moments as Queen of England.

Queen Elizabeth’s First Royal Portrait (1952)

Queen Elizabeth had her first royal portrait taken in 1952 after the death of her father, King George VI. She looked stoic in her gilded crown, diamond-crusted necklace, and elegant ballgown.

Captured in Carriage (1952)

Cameras captured Queen Elizabeth on her way to her first State Opening of Parliament as monarch in 1952. She looked slightly breathless, but ready to take on her role.

From Princess to Queen (1953)

In a scene of stunning regalia, Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip sit in the wildly ornate coronation coach, soon on their way to Her Majesty’s crowning at Westminster Abbey. 

Officially Queen (1953)

Queen Elizabeth, wearing the Imperial State Crown and carrying the Orb, is captured arriving at Buckingham Palace from Westminster Abbey after her coronation ceremony. She was dressed in full royal regalia for the momentous occasion.

Coronation Day (1953)

The newly crowned Queen Elizabeth, alongside Prince Philip, jovially waved to cheering crowds on the day of their coronation in 1953.

The Queen & Her Prime Minister (1953)

Balancing her roles as mom and ruler, Queen Elizabeth chatted with Sir Winston Churchill, then Prime Minister, with Prince Charles and Princess Anne looking rather distracted at her side. The Queen looked regal in her fur-collared coat, gloves, and fascinator.

The Princess & The Queen (1954)

Her Majesty the Queen enjoyed a magnificent evening at Tivoli Theater with Princess Margaret in 1954. The Duke of Edinburgh attended as well, socializing with other esteemed guests.

Prim but Powerful (1956)

During her 1956 Commonwealth Tour, Queen Elizabeth II inspected the men of the newly-renamed Queen’s Own Nigeria Regiment, Royal West African Frontier Force, at the Kaduna Airport in Nigeria. She looked dainty and prim in her feminine attire, but she took command of her ruling role.

Magnificent Monarch (1957)

Queen Elizabeth posed for an updated royal portrait in 1957, four years following her taking the throne. She looked resplendent in a heavily-jeweled crown with additional precious stones around her neck, again wearing an elegantly patterned ballgown fit for Her Majesty.

A Confident Queen (1958)

Queen Elizabeth posed for her 1958 portrait at home in Buckingham Palace. While she looked wide-eyed and exhilarated during the first few years of her reign, her body language and facial expressions were beginning to look more comfortable and relaxed as she climbed toward her first full decade in power.

Keeping Up With the Kennedys (1961)

In 1961, Queen Elizabeth held a banquet at Buckingham Palace in honor of President John F. Kennedy. The two world leaders posed for a photo with their spouses, Prince Philip and First Lady Jackie Kennedy. 

The Picture of Power (1966)

It doesn’t get much more regal than sitting on a centuries-old throne made of gold while wearing one of the most intricate crowns to ever grace the earth. Queen Elizabeth looked on from her gilded seat during the 1966 State Opening of Parliament with a reserved, if not somewhat removed, expression.

Reigning in Robe (1968)

Wrapped in the Star of the Order, which bears the motto ‘Auspicium Melioris Aevi,’ Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip rode to a service for the Order of St. Michael and St. George at St. Paul’s Cathedral in 1968. Her Majesty matched her royal blue cape with a diamond and sapphire-crusted crown.

Dripping in Diamonds (1976)

In the United States for a state banquet, Queen Elizabeth was absolutely decked out in diamonds for the Americans. Her jewelry was just as magnificent as her role as a world leader.

Dancing With the President (1976)

During the 1976 Bicentennial Celebrations of the Declaration of Independence, Queen Elizabeth enjoyed a friendly foray on the dance floor with President Gerald Ford. She looked stunning in a glittering tiara, honey-colored gown, and diamond jewelry.

Silver Jubilee Smiles (1977)

Queen Elizabeth beamed brilliantly at a Royal Gala performance during her Silver Jubilee celebrations in 1977. She looked radiant in a rubies-and-cream-themed ensemble.

Settled in as Sovereign (1987)

After nearly 40 years of serving as Queen, Her Majesty posed for a fresh portrait, this time in the Green Room at Windsor Castle. She of course looked extremely elegant, with her diamond-crusted crown and necklace having a mirror-like effect.

Poised & Powerful (1987)

Prince Philip joined The Queen in the Green Room for a couples portrait — the pair looked poised and in power.

Fashionable in France (1992)

During a visit to France in 1992, Queen Elizabeth wore a monochromatic pink and mauve-toned ensemble — a look that was pretty bold, by her standards. As The Queen aged, she seemed to have more fun with fashion while maintaining her regal presence.

Shining in the State Diadem (2002)

Arriving at the Palace Of Westminster for the State Opening of Parliament, The Queen looked on at her audience with a powerful presence. She wore the State Diadem, a diamond crown made for the coronation of George IV. 

Our Guiding Light (2004)

Looking lovely as ever, The Queen was captured by a photographer as she rode by in carriage on her way to another State Opening of Parliament ceremony. The sharp contrast between her bright figure and Prince Philip’s shadowy silhouette offers a visual narrative of the royal couple’s oftentimes tumultuous power dynamic.

Gilded in Giggles (2005)

While Queen Elizabeth struggled to hold back giggles at the sight of Prince Philip standing to attention in his uniform and bearskin hat, it’s undeniable that they both look regal in their own right.

Jolly at the Golden Jubilee (2002)

Celebrating her Golden Jubilee, Queen Elizabeth and Prince Phillip rode in an open-top car on their way to watch a parade, smiling and waving at crowds gathered in their honor along the way.

Celebrating 60 Years (2007)

Photographed for their Diamond Wedding Anniversary in 2007, Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip revisited the Broadlands, where they spent their wedding night in 1947. They looked stately with the beautiful residence sprawling behind them.

Doing Her Duty (2014)

Queen Elizabeth took her role as the UK’s ruler incredibly seriously, and you could always find her presiding over a State Opening of Parliament. In 2014, she sat with Prince Philip in their intricate thrones with that mesmerizing crown atop her head.

Cheers at the Trooping of Colour (2016)

Standing alongside the future king, Prince William, and his wife and children, Duchess Kate, Princess Charlotte, and Prince George, The Queen looked elated. The family stood on the balcony during the 2016 Trooping the Colour, that year marking Her Majesty’s 90th birthday. She made 90 look as fabulous as ever in a playful yet still regal lime green ensemble. 

A Patron of the People (2016)

In a photo that’s overflowing with regal splendor, Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip waved to crowds gathered for The Patron’s Lunch celebrations in honor of The Queen’s 90th birthday. From Buckingham Palace looming large in the background and the streets absolutely bursting with people to the luxury Range Rover that the royal couple greeted fans from, the scene is one of ostentatious, breathtaking regality.

Greeting Guests at a Diplomatic Corps Reception (2019)

Looking elegant as ever and dripping in her signature jewels, Queen Elizabeth socialized with guests at an evening reception for members of the Diplomatic Corps at Buckingham Palace.

Back Home at Balmoral (2021)

Flanked by The Royal Regiment of Scotland at the gates of Balmoral, Queen Elizabeth moved to her summer residence in 2021, where she would spend the majority of her remaining days.

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Whether you’re using a computer, tablet, phone, or other device, you can use photos that are saved to your device to create your slide show. In PowerPoint, simply select “Insert” then “Pictures” from the program menu, then choose “This Device.” This will open your photo library and allow you to find the photos you want to use. Once you’ve selected the photos that you want to import, just click on the "Insert" button and they will be added to your slide show. If you’re using a pre-made theme, you can also right-click the image in the slide show and select “Change Picture.” Again, you will choose “This Device” to access your photo library. After inserting your photo, you can reposition it on your slide or resize it however you like.

Use stock photos

Another way to add photos in PowerPoint is to follow the same process you would when adding photos from your device, but when prompted to choose your photo source, select “From Stock Images” instead of “This Device.” This will display a library of photos that you can use in your slide show without worrying about copyright infringement. There are thousands of stock images available in most slide show maker programs. Once the library is open, you can explore existing photo categories or use keywords to search for photos that fit your needs.

Explore online photo sources

Online photos are images you can insert into a PowerPoint slide show directly from the internet, as opposed to using those you have saved on your device. This is a convenient option if you don't have photos already prepared for your slide show, or if you can’t find the right kind of photo in the stock image library. However, there are some potential risks associated with using online photos, namely that you must be careful to use royalty-free images so not to infringe on any copyrights. In PowerPoint, there is a filtering option to ensure your search results only show royalty-free photos. Inserting photos from online sources follows the same process as the previous two methods, but this time, you’ll select “From Online Sources.”

How to add videos, music, and text

How to add videos to PowerPoint slide shows

Adding videos to your slide show involves accessing videos from your device, a stock video library, or online video sources—just as you would when adding photos. In this case, however, you’ll navigate to the menu in PowerPoint and select “Insert,” followed by “Media,” then “Video.” Once your video appears on your slide, you can resize or reposition it to fit your presentation needs. You can also set your video to play automatically in the slide show by selecting “Playback” on the menu and choosing “Start Automatically.”

How to add music to PowerPoint slide shows

Much like adding videos, you can add music to individual slides in PowerPoint by navigating to “Insert” on the menu, then “Media,” and finally “Audio.” You can then import music from your device, or you can record your own audio directly in PowerPoint. However, if you want your audio to play across multiple slides in your presentation—for example, as background music for a slide show—you’ll have to take a couple of extra steps. Once you’ve imported your audio file, select “Playback” from the menu and choose the “Play in Background” option. Your music will now play across all slides. You can set one song to loop for the duration of the slide show, or you can add more songs to play continuously throughout the slide show.

How to add text to PowerPoint slide shows

Premade themes in PowerPoint make adding text slide shows easy. On slides that already have templated content, you can simply click on the text and begin editing. In addition to changing what the text says, you can resize, recolor, reposition, and add special effects to the text. Of course, you can also change the font—or style—of the text. Most of this can be done from the “Home” tab on the menu while certain effects, such as shadows, can be found on the “Shape Format” tab. If you’re designing your presentation slides from scratch, or want to create additional text, find “Insert” on the menu, then choose “Text Box” or “Word Art,” depending on your desired text effect.

Discover custom slide show settings

Add even more effects to your PowerPoint slide show with custom settings like timing, transitions, and looping.

Set slide show timing

Adding timing to your slide show is a great way to control the pacing and flow of your presentation. To add timing in PowerPoint, go to the "Transitions" tab on the menu and find the "Advance Slide" area. Make sure the box next to “After:” is checked, then input the amount of time you’d like each slide to appear on-screen. The slides will automatically advance, creating a movie-like effect that’s great for events and special occasions.

Create slide show transitions

Now that you’ve added automatic timing to your slide show, you can make it more visually appealing by creating slide transitions. Transitions are special effects that allow you to animate the way your slides change from one to the next, and there are a variety of different transitions in PowerPoint that you can choose from. You can add these transitions to your slide show from the "Transitions” tab. From there, you’ll select the transition you want to add. To preview the transition, simply click on it. You can click “Apply To All” to automatically add the same transition to every slide in your slide show, or you can manually add different transitions to different slides.

Loop your slide show

If you want your slide show to play continuously until you choose to turn it off, you can set your PowerPoint presentation to loop. This will ensure your slide show automatically starts over from the beginning once it reaches the end. To get started, navigate to the “Slide Show” tab on the menu and select “Set Up Slide Show.” When the settings window opens, check the box next to “Loop continuously until ‘ESC’” and then click “OK.” When you’re ready to turn your slide show off, simply press the Esc key on your keyboard.

Slide show template and theme tips

Search themes and templates online.

With numerous slide show themes and templates available, it’s easy to find one that fits your needs.

Customize your design

If you can’t find the perfect theme or template, you can change things like colors and fonts.

Build a custom template

If you want a blueprint to use with future slide shows, you can create your own template.

Add new slides

If you need more slides, you can choose a specific layout and your theme will be carried over.

Edit your slide layouts

Even when using a theme or template, you can rearrange slide content to highlight key information.

Add photos, videos, and text

Themes and templates make adding media easy since most slides have designated content areas.

Change or resize your fonts

If your theme’s font is too small, you can resize it or choose a new font to make it easy to read.

Reorder your slide show

Some themes and templates have a predefined sequence, but you can reorder slides to meet your needs.

Create your own slide show

Slide shows are a great way to engage your audience and present important information. Whether you're creating a slide show for personal or professional reasons, slide shows are an essential tool for anyone who wants to share information in a visually appealing manner.

Discover more ways to improve your slide show

What options are available to create a slide show?

Slide show makers come in many forms. Some slide show software can only be used on specific devices, while other slide show creators can be accessed via the cloud from any device at any time.

It’s a good idea to evaluate a variety of slide show makers to ensure that you find one with all the features you need. For instance, some slide show software skews toward business use cases and others toward personal.

Microsoft PowerPoint is a popular slide show app that allows you to save presentations to your device or the cloud, and is widely used for personal, professional, and educational purposes.

Frequently asked questions

What are slide show apps and software.

Slide show apps and software are used to create and share slide shows. Slide show programs are typically used to communicate information, diagrams, plans, or processes. They can also be used to display photos and videos at events or retail stores. Usually, slide show makers have a range of built-in features and layouts, making them easy to use, regardless of technical skill levels.

What should a slide show include?

An effective slide show should be engaging, visually appealing, and informative. To achieve this, you'll want to make sure to include the following elements:

• A catchy headline or title. This will help grab your audience's attention and set the tone for the rest of your presentation.
• A variety of images. Don't just rely on text—incorporate photos, illustrations, or even video to maximize viewership.
• Bullet points or short blocks of text. Keep your slide content concise and easy to digest; too much information will only overwhelm your viewers.

How do I make a picture slide show?

There are a few different ways to make picture slide shows. You can use online programs, or you can create a slide show directly on your computer, phone, tablet, or other device using slide show software. Some programs, such as Microsoft PowerPoint, can be accessed on your personal device and on the cloud.

How long should a slide show be?

The length of your slide show will depend on several factors, such as the topic of your presentation, the audience you're presenting to, and the amount of time you have. That said, slide shows are generally between five and ten minutes long.

How can I make a slide show better?

Here are a few tips to make your slide show more engaging:

• Add images, videos, and music to bring your slide show to life.
• Use a font that is easy to read from a distance.
• Try not to use too many words on each slide.
• Use custom transitions and timing to make your slide show flow.
• Ensure a cohesive slide show by using a theme or template.
• For live presentations, practice with the Speaker Coach feature .

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The Best Looks from the 2024 NAACP Image Awards

By Leah Faye Cooper

Another weekend, another fashionable awards show red carpet. Last Night, the 55th Annual NAACP Image Awards were held in Los Angeles, honoring Black performers across film, television and music. Hosted by Queen Latifah and aired live on BET, the awards saw a who's who of Hollywood in attendance: Oprah , Kerry Washington, Usher , and Keke Palmer were all there; Quinta Brunson, Idris Elba, Taraji P. Henson, and Damson Idris were, too.

The celebratory evening included a performance by Adra Day and the induction of New Edition into the NAACP Image Awards Hall of Fame. On the awards front, “The Color Purple” emerged as the big winner of the night, with Fantasia Barrino taking home the trophy for Outstanding Actress; Henson and awards season darling Colman Domingo winning for their supporting roles; and the film nabbing Outstanding Motion Picture. Following his wildly successful Las Vegas residency and unforgettable Super Bowl LVIII halftime show, Usher was named Entertainer of the Year. The performer also took home the President's Award for years of public service through his New Look foundation, aimed at uplifting underserved youth.

Fashion took center stage as well. Veteran stylist June Ambrose —dressed in a dramatic, floral-motif Bibhu Mohapatra dress—was honored with the Vanguard Award, and Queen Latifah commanded the ceremony in several looks styled by Jason Rembert, among them a regal Harbison Studio gown and a caped Oscar de La Renta dress. The carpet saw a mix of famed houses (Yara Shahidi in Ferragamo ) and emerging, independent labels (India Amarteifio in Tolu Coker ). Translation: this was our kind of night. Ahead, all the best looks from the 2024 NAACP Image Awards.

India Amarteifio in Tolu Coker

Keke Palmer in Dolce & Gabbana

Usher in LaQuan Smith

Taraji P. Henson in Del Core