Is Queen Elizabeth the Longest Reigning Monarch
Queen Elizabeth II became the longest reigning British monarch in September 2015, surpassing Queen Victoria. Her reign lasted more than 70 years, from 1952 until her death in 2022.
How Long Did Queen Elizabeth Reign
Elizabeth II acceded to the throne on 6 February 1952 and died on 8 September 2022. This makes her reign approximately 70 years and 214 days, the longest verified reign of any British monarch.
Longest Reigning Monarchs in History
While Elizabeth II was the longest reigning British monarch, other monarchs ruled longer overall. King Louis XIV of France reigned for about 72 years, and Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej reigned for 70 years. For more details on world records, see the official Guinness World Records page on longest reigning monarchs.
