While JK Rowling tweeted: "Some may find the outpouring of British shock and grief at this moment quaint or odd, but millions felt affection and respect for the woman who uncomplainingly filled her constitutional role for seventy years. There was speculation on social media after politicians were seen passing notes in the House of Commons earlier. Taking to her Instagram account in the wake of the news, the former Spice Girls star and British fashion designer shared a black-and-white snap of the late Head of State and wrote: "Today is a very sad day not just for our country but for the entire world. Sharing a smiling photo of the Queen, singer Peter Andre simply wrote on Instagram : "Praying for our Queen," followed by the emojis of a preying hands and a black love heart.

Prior to the Queen's death being confirmed, Buckingham Palace's statement had said earlier today: "Following further evaluation this morning, The Queen’s doctors are concerned for Her Majesty’s health and have recommended she remain under medical supervision. Former TOWIE star Mark Wright shared a portrait of the late Queen on Instagram, captioned: "Our Queen, the longest serving monarch in British history. Former Love Island presenter Laura Whitmore shared images of billboards in London, as she makes her West End debut this week amid the death of the Queen.She did her duty by the country right up until her dying hours, and became an enduring, positive symbol of Britain all over the world.

For more of the latest showbiz news from Daily Star, make sure you sign up to one of our newsletters here . Coleen Rooney shared an image of Queen Elizabeth II with her Twitter followers on Thursday night and wrote: "My thoughts and prayers are with all the Royal Family. Pop icon Cher also used Twitter to share her tribute, tweeting: "Am Sad About The Passing Of Queen Elizabeth II. Prior to the Queen's death being announced, Rylan Clark wrote: "Whatever you think of the monarchy our queen has give her life serving this country.

TalkTV host Piers Morgan shared a picture of of the Queen from Tuesday on Twitter, simply captioning it with the praying hands emoji, later writing: "I can't even imagine Britain without this Queen. Alongside her sweet message, Gemma also uploaded a smiling and radiant image of the Queen with her late husband Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. The deep affection for The Queen is felt globally as the people of nations from across the Commonwealth and around the World pay tribute to a truly remarkable leader. Dame Helen Mirren, who portrayed the Queen on the silver screen and on the stage, described the monarch as the “epitome of nobility”. My film on Channel 4 this evening is being moved to a later date due to the Queen's illness," the mum-of-five wrote on her Instagram Stories as the news of the Queen's death broke.

Love Island star Chris Hughes also took to Twitter to send his best wishes, writing: "Sending thoughts Your Majesty", ending his post with a love heart. Her son, King Charles III said: "We mourn profoundly the passing of a cherished sovereign and a much-loved mother.

Moments before, MPs in the House of Commons appeared to look very concerned after the energy bill announcement. She was an inspiring presence to be around, and led the country through some of our greatest, and darkest, moments with grace, decency, and a genuine caring warmth. LinkedIn and 3rd parties use essential and non-essential cookies to provide, secure, analyze and improve our Services, and to show you relevant ads (including professional and job ads) on and off LinkedIn.