The Duke of Edinburgh’s life as told in 99 facts about him Following the Queen’s announcement of the death of her 99-year-old husband Prince Philip, we look back at an incredible life. From growing up in exile in France, England and Scotland, to losing his beloved sister Cecilie in a plane crash when he was just a teenager; to renouncing the Greek and Danish thrones to become a naturalised British citizen and marry the then Princess Elizabeth; to his favourite foods, his surprising hobbies and the people who worship him, here are 99 facts about the longest serving royal Consort in history