Prince Philip dies: Monarchs, Prime Ministers and Presidents around the world react
Many have paid tribute to the Duke of Edinburgh after his death was announced on a bulletin placed on railings outside Buckingham Palace
15:03, 9 APR 2021
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Prince Philip Duke of Edinburgh dies aged 99 as Buckingham Palace release statement
Buckingham Palace today confirmed with deep sorrow the Duke of Edinburgh had died
12:09, 9 APR 2021
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April 9 marked the 16th anniversary of his eldest son, Prince Charles’ wedding to Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, and now the day carries even greater significance.
The Prince of Wales, 72, and Camilla Parker Bowles, 73, married in 2005 at Windsor Castle. However, given the fact that two were both divorced at the time, the pair carried out a civil marriage ceremony which was followed by a blessing at Windsor Castle in lieu of a traditional church service.
Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip elected not to attend the wedding ceremony for Charles but each was present at the Service of Prayer and Dedication at St. George s Chapel.
Prince Philip funeral: Will there be a Bank Holiday? (PA) Prince Philip’s death has sparked a period of national mourning in the UK and across the world as the Queen’s husband of more than 70 years passed away at the age of 99. Buckingham Palace announced his passing on behalf of the Queen on Friday and said the Duke “passed away peacefully”. The statement read: “It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen announces the death of her beloved husband, His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. “His Royal Highness passed away peacefully this morning at Windsor Castle.