"The Crown"'s Claire Foy Says She's "Honored" to Have Portrayed Queen Elizabeth II

Sir Elton John, who was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 1998, shared a heartwarming note in honor of the monarch to Instagram. The singer and composer wrote: "Along with the rest of the nation, I am deeply saddened to hear the news of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth's passing. She was an inspiring presence to be around and led the country through some of our greatest and darkest moments with grace, decency and a genuine caring warmth. Queen Elizabeth has been a huge part of my life from childhood to this day, and I will miss her dearly."