The concert, the climax of the third day of public events to mark the 96-year-old monarch’s record-breaking Platinum Jubilee, saw 22,000 ticket-holders pack a purpose-built 360-degree stage outside the queen’s central London residence. Heir-to-the-throne Prince Charles has previously revealed the 78-year-old diva’s disco hit “Upside Down” from 1980 was one of his favourite tracks. Britain made Thursday and Friday public holidays to mark the unprecedented milestone in the queen’s reign, which has focused attention on the monarchy’s future without her. Longer pub opening hours, street parties and other celebratory events have temporarily lifted the gloom of a soaring cost-of-living crisis. “I’m proud of Britain and it’s nice to be able to celebrate as well,” said London bus driver June Davis, in Windsor Saturday to enjoy the atmosphere.

Source: The Star June 04, 2022 21:43 UTC