Mike Tindall

Anne, along with her siblings including King Charles and Prince Edward, has been wearing military uniform during the national period of mourning. And Mike has ...

The other two medals are related to jubilees for the Queen. He was awarded the honour in 2007 for his services to sport - the medal looks like a cross and has a red band ribbon. Twitter user David Laird was among the people with questions, asking: "Mike Tindall - what did he get his medals for?"

Rugby player Tindall is wearing his OBE, awarded after the 2003 World Cup win, and also his Diamond and Platinum Jubilee medals, awarded him in 2012 and 2022 ...

Simply [click here](https://data.reachplc.com/213222873338859) to subscribe and stay up to date as the UK marks the Queen's funeral next Monday, following her death aged 96. Other medals included Canadian Forces Decoration (three x Additional Service Bars), The New Zealand Commemorative Medal, and The New Zealand Armed Forces Award. He also wore the Gold, Diamond and Platinum Jubilee Medals. The ex-England international also received an MBE in 2007. The King also wore full-size medals including the Queen's Service Order (New Zealand), Coronation Medal, Silver Jubilee Medal, Golden Jubilee Medal, Diamond Jubilee Medal, Platinum Jubilee Medal and a Naval Long Service Good Conduct (LSGC) (three x Additional Service Bars). The King wore his Royal Navy uniform and his son and heir dressed in RAF colours at the funeral of the Queen in nods to the branches of the armed forces in which they both served.

Social media users questioned whether rugby player had right to wear medals usually associated with military service.

The third and final medal is the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal. The second medal is the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal, a commemorative medal created in 2012 to mark the Queen’s 60th year on the throne. [Terms of use,](https://www.independent.co.uk/service/user-policies-a6184151.html) [Cookie policy](https://www.independent.co.uk/service/cookie-policy-a6184186.html) and [Privacy notice.](https://www.independent.co.uk/service/privacy-policy-a6184181.html) [Privacy policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en) and [Terms of service](https://policies.google.com/terms?hl=en) apply. “What did Mike Tindall do to get four military medals? Watching Dad’s Army?”, wrote one, while another said: “What medals has Mike Tindall got? [US president Joe Biden](https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/queen-s-funeral-westminster-abbey-b2170196.html) – took their seats earlier in the 1,269-year-old church ahead of the funeral. [Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE)](https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/mbe) in 2007 for his contribution to rugby. [Mike Tindall](https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/mike-tindall) is being criticised for wearing a series of [medals](https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/medals) on his suit during the [state funeral](https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/queen-elizabeth-funeral-today-what-time-live-stream-latest-b2170061.html) of [Queen Elizabeth II](https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/queen-elizabeth-ii). [Zara Tindall](https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/zara-tindall) donned a series of medals for the service on Monday (19 September), prompting anger and disbelief from many on [social media](https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/social-media?CMP=ILC-refresh) who questioned why he had the right to wear medals usually associated with military service.

The former England rugby star, 43, was invited to the service at Westminster Abbey as one of the 'minor royals', having married the late monarch's ...

The Archbishop of Canterbury then hailed the Queen's 'abundant life and loving service' as he delivered the sermon at her state funeral, adding: 'She was joyful, present to so many, touching a multitude of lives.' It is not known if Mike joined the family at the estate. Their mother Princess Anne was joined by her husband Sir Timothy Laurence in the procession. From left to right, the first medal, shaped like a cross, is Mike Tindall's Member of the British Empire (MBE) award, which he was given in 2007 for his contribution to rugby. Touchingly, he met Zara in Sydney in 2003. The central gong is the Diamond Jubilee Medal, which was created to mark 60 years of Queen Elizabeth II's reign back in 2012. Mia and Lena were at Westminster Hall on Friday for her lying-in-state. [View all messages](https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11194009/Queen-Elizabeth-book-condolence.html?_ga=2.18849521.939019009.1662271465-554055972.1654236233) Both jubilee medals were awarded to all members of the Royal Family. Cousins together: Zara and Mike lead the Queen's grandchildren out of the Abbey today as the world mourns the Queen The former England rugby star, 43, was invited to the service at Westminster Abbey as one of the 'minor royals', having married the late monarch's granddaughter Zara Phillips, 41, in 2011. [Follow MailOnline's LIVEBLOG for updates as state funeral is held for Queen Elizabeth II in London today](https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.dailymail.co.uk%2Fnews%2Farticle-11226189%2FQueens-funeral-LIVE-Latest-news-state-funeral-held-Westminster-Abbey-London.html&data=05%7C01%7CLaurence.Dollimore%40mailonline.co.uk%7Cae51fc9afd874740b7a608da9a397bdd%7C0f3a4c644dc54a768d4152d85ca158a5%7C0%7C0%7C637991868955650378%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=pifu4XqzSLo9teqF8dJ%2F1aEj%2Fxt0bnzgvFDalPSz2cw%3D&reserved=0) [The Queen's funeral: All the latest Royal Family news and coverage](https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/the_queen/index.html) [Mike Tindall](/news/mike-tindall/index.html) was sporting his OBE medal today as he joined some 2,000 royals, world leaders and presidents to bid farewell to [the Queen](/news/the_queen/index.html) at her state funeral in central [London](/news/london/index.html).

The 2003 World Cup winner was in fact wearing his OBE and his Diamond and Platinum jubilee medals, handed out in 2012 and 2022 respectively. Tindall was awarded ...

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Mike Tindall, the Queen's son-in-law, looked devastated beside wife Zara at Westminster Abbey.

The ex-rubgy player donned his various medals once again as he joined the rest of the Royal Family for the Queen’s state funeral. [Mike Tindall](/latest/mike-tindall) looked close to tears while sitting beside his wife Zara in Westminster Abbey. Mike is married to the Queen’s granddaughter, Zara and previously joined his wife for the procession of the Queen’s coffin to Westminster Hall, sporting a number of medals as he took his place next to a grieving Zara.

Find out what medals ex-rugby player and Royal Family member Mike Tindall has, as he wears three on his suit to Her Majesty's state funeral.

[smart black mourning outfits](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/19/camilla-and-kate-stand-together-at-the-queens-funeral-17400381/)smart black mourning outfits Both [served in the military](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/19/was-prince-william-in-the-military-uniform-and-medals-explained-17408380/). [siblings Princess Anne and Prince Edward](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/14/did-princess-anne-prince-edward-and-prince-andrew-serve-in-the-military-17373543/), as well as Prince Andrew. [Queen Elizabeth II](https://metro.co.uk/tag/queen-elizabeth-ii/) tag page for the latest updates, and sign Metro.co.uk's [book of condolence to Her Majesty](https://metro.co.uk/queen-elizabeth-ii-dead-tributes-condolence-book/) here. - Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal – In 2022, Mike received a similar medal, marking The Queen’s 70 years on the throne. - Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal – In 2012, Mike received this medal as a member of the Royal Family, along with prison service workers, emergency workers and those in the Armed Forces. [](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/08/queens-health-latest-concerns-royal-family-gather-head-to-balmoral-16453313/) [Attendees such as Catherine, The Princess of Wales](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/19/camilla-and-kate-stand-together-at-the-queens-funeral-17400381/) and Meghan, The Duchess of Sussex did not wear medals, instead wearing [accessorised with symbolic pearls](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/18/why-the-royal-family-wear-pearls-in-times-of-mourning-17399116/). [seen wearing four medals on his suit](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/19/why-arent-prince-harry-and-prince-andrew-wearing-military-uniforms-17391150/) – while [Prince William, The Prince of Wales also donned medals](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/19/was-prince-william-in-the-military-uniform-and-medals-explained-17408380/). Throughout his career, he had 75 caps for England was part of 2003’s Rugby World Cup-winning team. - Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) – In 2007, Mike was awarded an MBE for his contribution to the sport of rugby. [World Cup](https://metro.co.uk/tag/world-cup/?ico=auto_link_news_P3_LNK1) champ at various ceremonies and events in honour of the late Queen Elizabeth II, supporting [his wife](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/17/who-are-peter-phillips-and-zara-tindall-why-dont-they-have-titles-17394210/) and the rest of the [Royal Family](https://metro.co.uk/tag/royal-family/?ico=auto_link_news_P3_LNK2).

England rugby legend Mike Tindall was sporting three medals at Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral, leaving some TV viewers scratching their heads given ...

Tindall's third medal was awarded to mark this year's platinum jubilee, which celebrated the Queen's 70-year reign. The central medal is the diamond jubilee medal, which was created to mark 60 years of Queen Elizabeth II's reign back in 2012. His heir, the new Prince of Wales, wore the RAF No. Tindall joined the Royal family in 2011 when he wed fellow sportsperson and Team GB Olympic silver medal-winning Zara, who representing Great Britain in the equestrian team event at London 2012. Made of silver and carrying the late Queen's face and the year of the jubilee, it was awarded to every member of the royal family and members of the Armed Forces who had served for five years or more, emergency services workers, those who already held Victoria and George crosses and operational members of the prison service. The medal on the left, shaped like a cross, is actually Tindall's Member of the British Empire (MBE), which he was awarded in 2007 for his services to rugby, having helped England to a World Cup win against Australia in 2003.

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's funeral was held on Monday at Westminster Abbey, and then her coffin was driven to Windsor where Zara and Mike Tindall's ...

It is a very sentimental location for the royal, as it also houses the remains of the Queen's sister Princess Margaret, who died in 2002, and her parents, King George VI and the Queen Mother. This will not be televised or pictured, allowing the royals to grieve in public. The Queen's state funeral took place at Westminster Abbey in central London. The couple also share [Lena, four](https://www.hellomagazine.com/tags/lena-tindall/), and one-year-old son Lucas who were not in attendance, likely because they are too young. Zara was seen holding hands with her daughter as they arrived at the service. [Prince George comforted by great aunt Sophie Wessex during Queen's funeral](https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/20220919151175/sophie-wessex-comforts-prince-george-queen-funeral/) [Mia, seven](https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/20220607142234/kate-middleton-comforts-mia-tindall-platinum-jubilee-clip/) joined her parents to commemorate the Queen's life at St George's Chapel.

Mike placed his right hand on his cousin-in-law's back as they made their way inside. At another point, the ex-England rugby star could also be seen keeping ...

Charles walked with his siblings Edward, Princess Anne and Prince Andrew. Mike joined his wife Zara for the funeral service. The former England rugby player put a comforting arm around the 14-year-old as they arrived for the service at Westminster Abbey on Monday morning.

Mike Tindall shared a tender moment with Queen Elizabeth's youngest grandson James, Viscount Severn at the late monarch's state funeral on Monday.

[Prince Harry](http://people.com/tag/prince-harry), [Peter Phillips](https://people.com/royals/who-is-peter-phillips-walked-between-prince-harry-prince-william-funeral-prince-philip/), [Zara Tindall](https://people.com/tag/zara-tindall/), [Princess Beatrice](https://people.com/tag/princess-beatrice/), and [Princess Eugenie](https://people.com/tag/princess-eugenie/). [Prince William](https://people.com/tag/prince-william/) was when he famously walked behind the coffin of his mother, [Diana, Princess of Wales](https://people.com/tag/princess-diana/) on Sept. [ Sign up for our free Royals newsletter](https://x.specialoffers.meredith.com/ats/show.aspx?cr=588&fm=237) to get the latest updates on [Kate Middleton](https://people.com/tag/kate-middleton/), [Meghan Markle](https://people.com/tag/meghan-markle/) and more! [sat in the front row](https://people.com/royals/zara-and-mike-tindall-walk-hand-in-hand-following-queens-funeral/), alongside Zara's brother, [Peter Phillips](https://people.com/royals/who-is-peter-phillips-queen-elizabeth-funeral/), and [Prince William](https://people.com/tag/prince-william/), [Kate Middleton](https://people.com/tag/kate-middleton/) and their children, [Prince George](https://people.com/tag/prince-george/) and [Princess Charlotte](https://people.com/tag/prince-george/https://people.com/tag/princess-charlotte/). [stood guard](https://people.com/royals/queens-youngest-grandchild-james-severn-stands-guard-at-her-coffin-at-age-14/) at [Queen Elizabeth](https://people.com/tag/queen-elizabeth/)'s coffin during a family vigil for the late Monarch in Westminster Hall on Saturday. [Queen Elizabeth](https://people.com/tag/zara-tindall/https://people.com/tag/queen-elizabeth/)'s youngest grandson [James, Viscount Severn](https://people.com/royals/prince-edward-talks-homeschooling-lady-louise-james-viscount-severn/) at the late monarch's state funeral on Monday.

Zara Tindall's husband Mike Tindall supported Sophie Wessex's son James, Viscount Severn at Queen Elizabeth II's funeral.

During the vigil, the young royal was seen wearing his Diamond and Platinum Jubilee medals. [Beatrice ](https://www.hellomagazine.com/tags/princess-beatrice/)and [Eugenie ](https://www.hellomagazine.com/tags/princess-eugenie/https://www.hellomagazine.com/tags/princess-eugenie/)and their husbands, and [Lady Louise Windsor](https://www.hellomagazine.com/tags/lady-louise-windsor/), James' sister. [the Queen](https://www.hellomagazine.com/tags/the-queen/)'s grandchildren undertaking a vigil on Saturday evening, headed up by the [Prince of Wales](https://www.hellomagazine.com/tags/prince-william/). [All the photos of Prince George and Princess Charlotte at Queen's funeral](https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/20220919151367/the-queens-funeral-prince-george-princess-charlotte-make-appearance/) [Prince Edward and Countess Sophie attend grandchildren vigil for touching reason](https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/20220917151426/sophie-wessex-prince-edward-attend-grandchildren-vigil/) [Zara Tindall](https://www.hellomagazine.com/tags/zara-tindall/)'s husband [Mike Tindall](https://www.hellomagazine.com/tags/mike-tindall/) showed his support for Sophie Wessex's son [James, Viscount Severn](https://www.hellomagazine.com/tags/james-viscount-severn/) as they approached Westminser Abbey for the Queen's funeral.

The service took place at St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle. · Watch Live: Funeral Procession of Queen Elizabeth II · Related articles.

The service took place at St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle, beginning at 4pm. Prince Harry and William later rejoined the procession at Windsor Castle ahead of the service, along with [Zara](/latest/zara-tindall) and [Mike Tindall](/latest/mike-tindall) were spotted with their adorable nieces, Savannah and Isla Phillips in Windsor, along with their daughter, Mia. At the end of the service, the Last Post was played before the nation observed a two-minute silence. After the service, the Queen will be laid to rest in the King George VI memorial chapel, a small annexe to the main chapel at Windsor. The service took place at St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle.

Twitter users were less reverent than those at the Queen's funeral, and had plenty of jokes and questions as the ceremony unfolded.

One man who caught the eye of social media users was Matthew Magee. However, there was a theory as to why Prince Louis was occupied elsewhere on the day his great-grandmother was buried. Much has been made that over her long reign the Queen received 15 prime ministers, four of them in the past six years alone thanks to Conservative party leadership changes. In fact, the spider benefited from better television coverage than some of the people participating in the service. Not all of the nation was gripped to the television in reverential silence during the state funeral of [Queen Elizabeth II](https://www.theguardian.com/uk/queen), as the conversations about the event on social media inevitably turned to observations about some of the quirkier elements.

Rugby Union star Mike Tindall appeared alongside wife Zara as they paid their respects to our beloved Queen during Monday's poignant funeral ceremony and ...

The first was given as part of Her Majesty's Diamond Jubilee celebrations in 2012 and he received the third medal this year as the Queen marked her Platinum Jubilee. But it appears there is a simple explanation for the medals. He has been a constant support by Zara's side following the death of the Queen earlier this month. One of the medals - a cross with a red band ribbon - was awarded to Tindall for his MBE which he received in 2007 for his services to sport. And this led to speculation on social media, as Tindall was not in the armed forces. Tindall was seen during the funeral wearing military-style medals on his blazer.