The video instantly went viral, warming the hearts of viewers in the UK and around the world. Following news of the Queen’s death on Thursday, the beloved bear was sure to pay tribute to the monarch. Story continues below ad

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Paddington’s official Twitter account wrote a simple message: “Thank you ma’am for everything.” The words echo Paddington’s own words to the Queen in the short film Jubilee. Thank you ma’am for everything. — Paddington (@paddingtonbear) September 8, 2022 Paddington was just one of the big celebrities who paid tribute to the Queen.

Paul McCartney

Former Beatles member Paul McCartney shared his condolences on the Queen’s death on Twitter. “God bless Queen Elizabeth II / May she rest in peace / Long live the King,” McCartney wrote. Story continues below ad God Bless Queen Elizabeth II May she rest in peace Long Live the King Paul McCartney pic.twitter.com/fK9wXqkAsa — Paul McCartney (@PaulMcCartney) September 8, 2022 McCartney met the Queen and Prince Philip for the first time in 1963, along with the other Beatles. He was later knighted in 1997 for “services to music”. McCartney met the Queen on several other occasions, including during her Diamond Jubilee in 2012. Queen Elizabeth meets Sir Paul McCartney and Anne Lennox during The Diamond Jubilee Concert in front of Buckingham Palace on June 4, 2012 in London, England. Getty Images

Ringo Starr

McCartney wasn’t the only member of the Beatles to honor the Queen’s death. Ringo Starr also shared a short tweet, writing: “God bless Queen Elizabeth peace and love to all the family peace and love Ringo.” Story continues below ad God bless Queen Elizabeth peace and love to all the family peace and love to Ringo. 😎✌️🌟❤️🌈☮️ pic.twitter.com/B8Tomh9HoD — #RingoStarr (@ringostarrmusic) September 8, 2022 Starr, whose real name is Richard Starkey, was knighted by the Queen in 2017, along with Bee Gees singer Barry Gibb and author Michael Morpurgo, as part of the Queen’s new honors list.

Rolling stones

The official Twitter account for the Rolling Stones paid tribute to the Queen following her death. “The Rolling Stones offer their deepest condolences to the Royal Family on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, who was a constant presence in their lives as well as countless others,” they wrote.

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Story continues below ad The Rolling Stones offer their deepest condolences to the Royal Family on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, who was a constant presence in their lives as well as countless others. pic.twitter.com/veCyfN8rjp — The Rolling Stones (@RollingStones) September 8, 2022 Singer Mick Jagger shared a sentiment of his own. On Twitter, Jagger wrote: “For all my life, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has always been there.” Trending Stories

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“In my childhood I can remember watching her wedding highlights on TV. I remember her as a beautiful girl, the much loved grandmother of the nation. My deepest condolences are with the royal family.” For all my life Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has always been there. In my childhood I can remember watching her wedding highlights on TV. I remember her as a beautiful girl, the much loved grandmother of the nation. My deepest condolences are with the royal family. pic.twitter.com/3JLILZDKwK — Mick Jagger (@MickJagger) September 8, 2022 Story continues below ad English rock star Ronnie Wood, a member of the Rolling Stones since 1975, also shared an emoji-filled tweet with his followers to mark the Queen’s death. “Peace = reality = inner peace and strength,” Wood tweeted. Serenity = reality = inner peace and strength👑 God Bless Her Majesty 👑 ❤️🙏☀️ 💕X pic.twitter.com/iIeKp9hKY6 — Ronnie Wood (@ronniewood) September 8, 2022

Ozzy Osbourne

Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne paid tribute to the monarch on Twitter, sharing a photo of the Queen from when she was a child. “I mourn with my country the passing of our greatest queen,” Osbourne wrote. “It is with a heavy heart that I say the thought of England without Queen Elizabeth II is disastrous.” Story continues below ad Osbourne seemed to hint that his upcoming move back to the UK wouldn’t be the same without the reigning Queen. I mourn with my country the death of our greatest queen. It is with a heavy heart that I say the thought of England without Queen Elizabeth II is devastating pic.twitter.com/JZYXGRz2hb — Ozzy Osbourne (@OzzyOsbourne) September 8, 2022

Elton John

Rocket Man singer Elton John shared a statement on Twitter about the Queen’s death. “Along with the rest of the nation, I am deeply saddened to hear the news of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth,” he wrote. “She was an inspiring presence to be around and led the country through some of our greatest and darkest moments with grace, dignity and a genuine warmth.”

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Story continues below ad pic.twitter.com/HGSfXApPI7 — Elton John (@eltonofficial) September 8, 2022 During his concert in Toronto on Thursday, John spoke of the Queen’s “inspirational” presence in his life. “I’m glad she’s quiet and I’m glad she’s at peace. He served and worked hard,” the singer said in the middle of the concert. “We’re celebrating her life tonight with music,” John told the cheering crowd as he broke into a performance of his 1974 track Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me.

Victoria and David Beckham

Taking to Instagram, former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham said the Queen’s death was a “sad day”. Story continues below ad “I am deeply saddened by the passing of our beloved Monarch, Her Majesty the Queen,” he wrote. “She will be remembered for her steadfast loyalty and service and my thoughts are with the Royal Family at this incredibly sad time.” David Beckham also shared several photos of the Queen on his own Instagram account. The former professional footballer wrote that he was “truly saddened” by the monarch’s death. “How devastated we all feel today shows what it meant to people in this country and around the world,” he wrote. “How much she inspired us with her leadership. How he comforted us when times were hard. Until her last days she served her country with dignity and grace. This year she would know how loved she was. My thoughts and prayers are with our Royal Family…” Story continues below ad

Dwayne (The Rock) Johnson

Outside the UK, Dwayne (The Rock) Johnson was one of many to post about the Queen’s death. Johnson filmed a video of himself at the gym on Thursday and shared his affection for the royal family.

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Sending love and stay strong 🇬🇧 pic.twitter.com/qqtLMwDH8l — Dwayne Johnson (@TheRock) September 8, 2022 Story continues below ad “What a life. What an incredible life,” he said. “I never had the privilege or honor of meeting the Queen, but what a life.” In the video, Johnson talked about his own father’s death. In the face of death, Johnson said people should continue to live life to honor family members who are no longer alive. “In their spirit, we have the opportunity to live and live life, and live long with passion, fervor, positive energy and with everything we have,” he said. 2:16 King Charles III addresses the nation after Queen Elizabeth’s death Previous Video Next Video © 2022 Global News, a division of Corus Entertainment Inc.