Queen Elizabeth II
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KEY POINTS

  • The late Queen Elizabeth II showcased her sense of humor during big events
  • She was the U.K.'s longest-serving Monarch, who passed away at 96 on Thursday
  • Her Majesty seemingly had a close friendship with Michelle Obama

The late Queen Elizabeth II was known for her fascinating sense of humor, and the media has collated clips of some of her iconic moments throughout her reign.

To commemorate the legacy of the United Kingdom's longest-serving Monarch, who peacefully passed away on Thursday afternoon at 96, below is the list of the Queen's funniest moments.

1. Queen Elizabeth II vs. The Obamas

In 2016, the United Kingdom's royal family released through their official YouTube channel a video of former U.S. President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle Obama challenging Prince Harry to the international multi-sport event called the Invictus Games. The late Queen threw a subtle "dish" at the couple, saying, "Oh Really? Please."

2. Queen Elizabeth II's secret marmalade sandwich

When the Paddington Bear met with the deceased British Monarch at the Palace for a cup of tea, he got a bit clumsy and accidentally smashed the chocolate éclair and finished the pot of tea. The Paddington Bear then offered the Queen a Marmalade sandwich, but she already had one tucked in her purse.

3. Queen Elizabeth II's grand entrance to the London Olympics

The U.K.'s longest-serving Monarch made a surprise appearance at the opening of the Olympics 2012 held in London. She was accompanied by Daniel Craig, who reprised his role as James Bond while heading to the ceremony with cute corgis on their trail.

4. Queen Elizabeth II jokes about "disgusting" fish paste

Her royal Majesty was touring the replica of the original Sainsbury convenience store in Convent Garden for the supermarket's 150th anniversary over three years ago when the guide showed her a bloater paste made in the 1950s. The Queen then humorously joked, "Disgusting, yes!"

5. Queen Elizabeth II unusually cuts the cake with a sword

During the launch of the Eden Project last year, her royal highness was gifted with a huge royal birthday cake while attending the event with Kate Middleton, the 40-year-old Duchess of Cambridge, and Camilla, the 75-year-old Queen consort of the U.K. To the surprise of the guests and organizers, the Queen made another iconic moment by voluntarily cutting the cake with her ceremonial sword.

6. Queen Elizabeth II gives Michelle Obama a surprise hug

In 2012, during an interview with the CNN broadcast "American Morning," book author Charles Mosley spoke about the "outstanding" picture of the Queen while hugging Michelle Obama. She made the first move, despite being known as someone who was not affectionate.

7. Queen Elizabeth II's humorous joke to the Archbishop of Canterbury

The late Queen didn't hold back on showing her sense of humor while commenting on the long introduction made by the Archbishop of Canterbury before her opening remarks at the Tenth General Synod of the Church of England. Her Majesty was seen laughing during the introduction. She then joked during her speech, saying, "Thank you Archbishop for your welcome and for setting today's proceedings in a wider historical context," making the guests laugh.

8. Queen Elizabeth II hides flowers from hungry pony

Her majesty ran into a pony outside the Stirling Castle chapel in 2017 before heading inside to attend a mass. She immediately noticed that the pony was attempting to eat the bouquet she had, so she quickly hid the flowers behind her back and said, "No Way."

9. Queen Elizabeth II cracks a joke with G7 world leaders

While posing for a photo with the G7 world leaders at an evening reception hosted by the British Monarch last year, the late Queen surprisingly said, "Are you supposed to be looking as if you're enjoying yourself?" Although the joke seemed unintentional, Queen Elizabeth's sense of humor didn't seem to die down.

10. Queen Elizabeth II teases the Canadian Prime Minister

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was tasked to dedicate a toast to the legendary Queen during the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting banquet in Malta in 2018. Trudeau joked during his speech that the Queen had "seen more of Canada than most Canadians." In response, her royal highness quipped, "Thank you, Mr. Prime Minister of Canada, for making me feel so old," making the guests laugh

The late Queen Elizabeth II was a passionate horse racing fan