Queen Elizabeth II Turns 86!
Apr. 21 2012, Published 9:57 a.m. ET
Queen Elizabeth II rings in her 86th birthday today, Apr. 20! So, how did the British Royal celebrate?
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E! Online reports that the monarch opted for a mellow Saturday with her loved ones at Windsor Castle instead of a lavish affair.
There was no getting around the 21-gun salute the Queen recieved earlier in the day, a custom on birthdays at the palace.
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The Mayfair native will celebrate her big day publically on Jun. 16 at the Trooping the Colour ceremony.