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The 99-year-old Duke died in the early hours of Friday, April 9, according to Buckingham Palace, who confirmed he passed away peacefully at his home, Windsor Castle.
“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,” the statement read, adding that “further announcements will be made in due course.”
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“The Royal Family join with people around the world in mourning his loss,” the statement concluded.
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It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen has announced 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. pic.twitter.com/XOIDQqlFPn
— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) April 9, 2021
Source: The Royal Family/ Twitter
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In addition, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle shared a statement to their Archewell site. “In loving memory of His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh,” the site’s homepage read. “Thank you for your service… you will be greatly missed.”
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“[Philip] was an environmentalist, and a champion of the natural world long before it was fashionable,” Johnson began. “With his Duke of Edinburgh awards scheme he shaped and inspired the lives of countless young people and at literally tens of thousands of events he fostered their hopes and encouraged their ambitions.”
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Johnson said the public will remember the Duke for “all of this and above all for his steadfast support for Her Majesty the Queen. Not just as her consort, by her side every day of her reign, but as her husband, her ‘strength and stay’, of more than 70 years.”
Philip had four children, eight grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren.
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His death follows his lengthy health battle in the hospital after he was admitted to King Edward VII’s Hospital on February 16 as “a precautionary measure.” He was later taken to St. Bartholomew for a heart procedure and returned to King Edward VII for “rest and recuperation,” Buckingham Palace announced at the time.
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After his 28-day stay at the hospital, the longest time he had ever been hospitalized, Philip was discharged and returned to his home with the Queen.
Scroll through to see public figures mourn the loss of the Duke of Edinburgh.
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RIP Prince Philip, 99.
A truly great Briton who dedicated his life to selfless public duty & was an absolute rock of devoted support to Her Majesty, The Queen, as the longest-serving royal consort to any British sovereign.
A very sad day for our country. Thank you, Sir. pic.twitter.com/ICO7wY9HXz— Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) April 9, 2021
Source: Piers Morgan/ Twitter
Source: Justin Welby/ Twitter
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Source: Boris Johnson/ Twitter
Sad news about the death of the Duke of Edinburgh. Such a huge loss for the Queen and his family. His has been her constant, steadfast support.
— Susanna Reid (@susannareid100) April 9, 2021
Source: Susanna Reid/ Twitter
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RIP Prince Philip: a cricketer who always called Istanbul Constantinople, had a fascination with UFOs, & who was – as the Queen still is – a living link to the heroism of the generations that lived through the Second World War.
— Tom Holland (@holland_tom) April 9, 2021
Source: Tom Holland/ Twitter
Source: Jake Tapper/ Twitter
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Prince Philip spent a lifetime in service to our country. His dedication to duty and loyalty to his Queen were remarkable. My thoughts, prayers and deepest condolences are with the Royal Family at this painful time. pic.twitter.com/NE3qasN3c3
— Joy Morrissey MP (@joymorrissey) April 9, 2021
Source: Joy Morrissey/ Twitter
It was with deep sadness that I learned of the passing of The Duke of Edinburgh today. A man of great purpose and conviction, who was motivated by a sense of duty to others, Prince Philip contributed so much to the social fabric of our country – and the world.
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) April 9, 2021
Source: Justin Trudeau/ Twitter
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As a mark of respect, Liverpool Football Club will mark the passing of Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, by flying club flags at half-mast.
May he rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/AdR6Rv78Sc
— Liverpool FC (@LFC) April 9, 2021
Source: Liverpool FC/ Twitter
On behalf of the Government and people of Tanzania, I convey the most profound condolences to Your Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the Royal Family and the people of the UK for the demise of Prince Philip. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May his soul rest in eternal peace.Amen
— Samia Suluhu (@SuluhuSamia) April 9, 2021
Source: Samia Suluhu/ Twitter
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We all should all be so blessed to lead a life of admirable patriotism, service and marriage to the love of our lives for over 70 years.
Rest In Peace, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. 🇬🇧 pic.twitter.com/fARjWHzV7F
— Candace Owens (@RealCandaceO) April 9, 2021
Source: Candace Owens/ Twitter
Statement from David Cameron, on the sad news that His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh has passed away: pic.twitter.com/bxPfLQHeme
— David Cameron (@David_Cameron) April 9, 2021
Source: David Cameron/ Twitter
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“For over sixty years, and as husband to Britain’s longest serving monarch, Prince Philip served the British people with an unfailing commitment and devotion to duty.”
Statement from President Higgins on the death of Prince Philip: https://t.co/KpvzZQvQUr pic.twitter.com/seVHNMRD3N
— President of Ireland (@PresidentIRL) April 9, 2021
Source: President of Ireland/ Twitter
Such terribly sad news for Great Britain, the Commonwealth & the World. My deepest condolences to HM Queen Elizabeth II, who has lost her husband, confidant & life partner and to his children, grandchildren & all of the royal family.
HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh RIP pic.twitter.com/K5kM6vObAx— Elaine Paige (@elaine_paige) April 9, 2021
Source: Elaine Paige/ Twitter
