Lip reader reveals Queen's surprise and Prince George and Princess Charlotte's reaction during Jubilee finale

The Queen delighted thousands of Pageant-goers when she appeared on the balcony of Buckingham Palace to round off an epic weekend of celebrations to mark the Platinum Jubilee. The 96-year-old monarch was absent for much of the extended Bank Holiday weekend as millions celebrated her 70-year reign.

Surrounded by her family, the Queen was cheered by thousands of well-wishers after stepping onto the balcony following the Platinum Pageant, which told the story of her life, and the nation, with an eccentric, fun and imaginative carnival-like display with many famous faces waving to crowds on open-top buses.

After the outpouring of public affection during her balcony appearance, the Queen said she was “humbled and deeply touched” so many people had taken part in celebrations marking her 70-year reign. She said she remains "committed to serving" the nation to "the best of my ability", after cutting back on her public appearances due to 'discomfort'.

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But while appearing for the last time during the weekend of Jubilee events, the Queen looked magnificent in green as she smiled while acknowledging the spectators as she looked down on The Mall where tens of thousands had waited in hope of seeing her following a performance from Ed Sheeran in front of the gates of the London landmark.

The Queen said later in her message: “When it comes to how to mark seventy years as your Queen, there is no guidebook to follow. It really is a first. But I have been humbled and deeply touched that so many people have taken to the streets to celebrate my Platinum Jubilee. While I may not have attended every event in person, my heart has