King Charles speaks out after departure of longtime royal companion after 14 years of service
Tyrone, a 19-year-old Windsor Grey horse, spent last week serving His Majesty for a final time — prompting Buckingham Palace to issue a touching statement in light of his retirement.
'After 14 years of noble service with the Royal Mews, we are celebrating Tyrone and wishing him a happy retirement,' the palace wrote on X.
5 King Charles and his royal staffers have bid farewell to a longtime companion that had worked for the Firm for 14 years.
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Tyrone spent much of professional life pulling royal carriage during some of the monarchy's most significant moments, including royal weddings, state visits and even a coronation.
The beloved animal's final ceremonial duty took place last month during French President Emmanuel Macron's state visit to the UK.
Tyrone, who stands at 16 hands (or 6 feet tall), was described as a 'gentle and dependable giant' in the palace's poignant farewell message.
He has now been reunited with his 26-year-old father, Storm, and 20-year-old sister, Meg — both of whom had served the royal family.
5 Tyrone, a 19-year-old Windsor Grey horse, spent last week serving His Majesty for a final time.
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The trio will now stay put at the Horse Trust sanctuary in Buckinghamshire, England, where approximately 120 horses, ponies and mules reside.
5 In 2023, Tyrone drew the Diamond Jubilee State Coach that transported King Charles and Queen Camilla from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey during their coronation.
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'All three horse were very dear to Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II,' the post continued.
'Tyrone will be missed by everyone at the Royal Mews, but it's wonderful that he'll be reunited with his father and sister. Thank you, Tyrone!'
The palace's sweet post was accompanied by a series of images of Tyrone's most memorable moments throughout the years.
Over the 14 years he served the British royal family, the beloved Irish draught horse tallied some impressive moments in history to his portfolio.
5 Tyrone later drew Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's royal carriage during their 2018 wedding procession.
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In 2023, Tyrone drew the Diamond Jubilee State Coach that transported King Charles and Queen Camilla from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey during their historic coronation ceremony.
He was later trusted with pulling the Gold State Coach for Their Majesties' return journey.
The following summer, Tyrone led Princess Catherine and her three children in the Glass State Coach during the Trooping the Colour ceremony.
The horse's service kickstarted in 2012 when he pulled the late Queen Elizabeth II's carriage. He later drew Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's royal carriage during their 2018 wedding procession.
5 Tyrone, who stands at 16 hands (or 6 feet tall), was described as a 'gentle and dependable giant' in the palace's poignant farewell message.
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As an official 'wheeler,' Tyrone was expected to undertake heavy pulling work while remaining on his best behavior in front of large masses of people.
The Windsor Grey has long been preferred by the British royals since Queen Victoria's era, and have attended some of the most important dates in the royal calendar over the decades.
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