Niall Horan Meets Queen Elizabeth II!

Niall Horan bows and shakes hands with Queen Elizabeth II during the Irish Community Reception at Buckingham Palace in London, England on Tuesday night (March 25).

The 20-year-old One Direction singer was joined by Bernie O’Roarke, Pauline McLynn and Barry McGuigan for the reception ahead of the Irish President Michael D. Higgins’ visit next month.

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The reception offers the opportunity to recognize Irish people from all walks of life who have made a positive contribution to business, community and culture in the United Kingdom, as well as British businesses and individuals who have enjoyed success in Ireland, helping to strengthen the relationship between the two countries.