Queen Elizabeth's official biographer named

The appointment marks the first official biography project since the Queen's passing in 2022 and promises an intimate portrait of her 70-year reign.

Keay expressed that being chosen for the role is a 'profound honour' and that she intends to interview close friends and family members for her research.

The biography is expected to cover the Queen's decision-making across decades of significant global and domestic change.

The project is being overseen by the Queen Elizabeth Memorial Committee as part of the commemorations for the 100th anniversary of her birth.