Known to have had a close
relationship with the Queen, Paul, also known as ‘Tall Paul’ even starred in
the famous James Bond sketch alongside the monarch and Daniel Craig, which was
aired for the Olympic Games back in 2012.
Paul has been described as a
“constant presence” for the Queen, particularly during the
Coronavirus lockdowns, as he was reported to have watched TV with her.
His loyal services even
extended to tackling intruder Michael Fagan back in 1982, after he famously
broke into the Queen’s bedroom in Buckingham Palace.
The beloved Page looked sombre
as he walked past crowds directly in front of the Queen’s coffin. Other
devoted members of the monarch’s staff also formed part of the procession,
including the Palace Steward and another of the Queen’s Pages.
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Paul Whybrew leaving a Christmas dinner hosted by the Queen for her close members of staff in 2012
The Pall Bearers were 10
former and serving armed forces equerries to Elizabeth II, who were at her side
in uniform throughout her reign, supporting her at engagements and organizing
her public diary.
Other devoted members of the
Queen’s household who processed included her top aide, private secretary Sir
Edward Young. The Master of the Household at Buckingham Palace, Vice Admiral
Sir Tony Johnstone-Burt, was also spotted in the procession.
Paul and other loyal members
of staff were spotted leaving the Balmoral Church service alongside the royals
on Saturday. The royals in attendance at Saturday’s service included The Princess
Royal, the Earl and Countess of Wessex and Prince Andrew, Princess Beatrice and
Princess Eugenie.
