In Coronation Concert Tribute, Prince William Says Queen Elizabeth Would be a "Proud Mother"

Prince William took to the stage at Windsor Castle tonight to read a tribute for his father, King Charles. During, he referenced his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth, saying he knows she would be a "proud mother" and that she is "fondly keeping an eye on us."

He also got personal, saying, "Pa, we are all so proud of you."

Here, read his full tribute from the stage at Windsor Castle.

Read Prince William's full tribute to King Charles at the Coronation Concert:

Good evening, your Majesties, good evening, Windsor! A huge thank you to everyone for making this such a special evening.

I want to say a few words about my father and why I believe this weekend is so important.

But don't worry, unlike Lionel, I won't go on all night long.

As my grandmother said when she was crowned, coronations are a declaration of our hopes for the future. I know she's up there, fondly keeping an eye on us. She would be a very proud mother.

For all that celebrations are magnificent, at the heart of the pageantry is a simple message: Service.

My father's first words of entering Westminster Abbey yesterday were a pledge of service. It was a pledged to continue to serve, because for over 50 years, in every corner of the UK, across the Commonwealth, and around the world, he has dedicating himself to serve others—both current and future generations and those whose memory has not been neglected.

Take the natural world. He warned us of the risks for our planet's health, long before it was an everyday issue. Or the Prince's Trust, has supported over a million young people, many from disadvantaged back to realize their own missions.

And perhaps, most importantly, of all, my father has always understood that people of all faiths, all backgrounds, all communities deserve to be celebrated and supported.

Pa, we are all so proud of you.

I also want to express my pride and gratitude to the millions of people who serve— in the forces, in classrooms, hospital wards, and local communities. I wish I could mention you all. Your service inspires us, and tonight, we celebrate you too.

I commit myself to serve you—King, country, and commonwealth. God save the King.

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