Prince Philip was a ‘devoted consort’ to Queen for almost 70 years
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Prince Philip was a ‘devoted companion’ to Queen for almost 70 years
Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, who passed away on Friday at the age of 99, was a devoted consort (companion to the Sovereign) for almost 70 years, from Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth’s accession in 1952 until his death.
This was stated by the Royal Family on its official Instagram handle.
Sharing the throwback photo of Queen and Prince Philip, the caption reads: “The Duke was a devoted consort (companion to the Sovereign) for almost 70 years, from Her Majesty’s Accession in 1952 until his death.”
Prince Charles pays tribute to dear Papa Prince Philip Hello! 3 hrs ago
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Prince of Wales has paid a touching tribute to his dear Papa , the Duke of Edinburgh, following
Speaking from his Gloucester home, Highgrove House, Prince Charles said: I particularly wanted to say that my father, for I suppose the last 70 years,
has given the most remarkable, devoted service to the Queen, to my family and to the country, but also to the whole of the Commonwealth. As you can imagine, my family and I miss my father enormously. He was a much loved and appreciated figure and apart from anything else, I can imagine, he would be so deeply touched by the number of other people here and elsewhere around the world and the Commonwealth, who also I think, share our loss and our sorrow.
The Queen was at Prince Philip s bedside when he passed away at Windsor Castle after not wanting to die in hospital ok.co.uk - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from ok.co.uk Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Prince Charles gives emotional tribute to much loved father Prince Philip and says he would ve been amazed by public reaction
Prince Charles has shared an emotional tribute to his father Prince Philip who passed away of Friday 8 April age 99.
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Matt Smith says life âwonât be the sameâ without Prince Philip.
The 38-year-old actor played the husband of Queen Elizabeth II in the first two seasons of the Netflix drama series âThe Crownâ, and following the sad news of Philipâs passing on Friday (09.04.21) at the age of 99, Matt has paid tribute to the man he portrayed on screen.
In a statement, Matt said: âIâd like to offer my condolences to Her Majesty the Queen and the Royal Family. Prince Philip was the man. And he knew it. 99 and out, but what an innings. And what style. Thank you for your service old chap - it wonât be the same without you.â