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"It's The Love Story For Me." The World Reacts To Prince Philip's Passing

The duke had been married to Queen Elizabeth II for more than 70 years and was her "strength and stay" - by marie claire
  • 09 Apr 2021
"It's The Love Story For Me." The World Reacts To Prince Philip's Passing

On April 9, the royal family confirmed the passing of Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, Queen Elizabeth's husband of 74 years. 

The announcement came via an official statement, which read: "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."

The statement added HRH passed away "peacefully this morning at Windsor Castle." 

Philip is survived by his children, Charles, Anne, Andrew and Edward, and their families, including his great-grandchildren, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, Prince Louis and Savannah and Isla Phillips, as well as Princess Eugenie's son August, and Mia, Lena and Lucas Tindall, and Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's son Archie Harrison and their soon-to-arrive second child. 

Upon hearing the news, many praised the Duke for his marriage to Her Majesty.

"He was the longest-serving consort in history, one of the last surviving people in this country to have served in the second world war at Cape Matapan, where he was mentioned in despatches for bravery," said U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson, adding, "He was an environmentalist, and a champion of the natural world long before it was fashionable.

Below, how the world is reacting to the news or Prince Philip's passing. 

The Royal Family on Twitter: "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 / Twitter"
Narendra Modi on Twitter: "My thoughts are with the British people and the Royal Family on the passing away of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He had a distinguished career in the military and was at the forefront of many community service initiatives. May his soul rest in peace. / Twitter"
Ian Blackford on Twitter: "I'm deeply saddened by the news that Prince Philip has died.My thoughts and prayers are with Her Majesty The Queen who has lost her beloved husband - a life partner and a constant companion. https://t.co/JDETlC1ITt / Twitter"
Gary 👍 on Twitter: "'Grief is the price we pay for love' - The Queen... a long and remarkable marriage ends. RIP Prince Philip pic.twitter.com/SlBJFdlr92 / Twitter"
Richard Branson on Twitter: "Rest in peace Prince Philip. A lifetime of public service. My thoughts are with the Queen and all of the Royal Family / Twitter"
Sox the cat on Twitter: "This moment captures when the queen notices that this is actual Prince Philip in uniform to surprise her Always makes me smile pic.twitter.com/YOcoNqAKuB / Twitter"
Iain Duncan Smith MP on Twitter: "Just as the country begins to emerge from a terrible year, comes the tragic news that HRH Prince Philip has died. War hero, brilliant consort to the Queen - a man of humour and intelligence. It is a sad day for the whole nation. My thoughts & prayers are with HM Queen & family. / Twitter"
Peter C. Barnes on Twitter: "Always loved these two photos#PrincePhilip pic.twitter.com/KWd8ARVd9M / Twitter"
Ruvheneko on Twitter: "It's the love story for me. Waking up every day for 77years and choosing each other, on the good days and the bad days... and the days in between. R.I.P. #PrincePhilip pic.twitter.com/uEaXrCYstn / Twitter"
Dario Nardella on Twitter: "On behalf of the City of Florence and in name of the old friendship the Royal Family has always shown to our city, my heartfelt condolences for the loss of His Royal Highness, Prince Philippe, Duke of Edinburgh. #PrincePhilip pic.twitter.com/nH8MZwM66c / Twitter"
Geri Horner on Twitter: "RIP Prince Philip. Thinking of Her Majesty the Queen and the Royal Family at this time x / Twitter"
Ailsa Anderson on Twitter: "I once had the huge honour and privilege of being Prince Philip's Press Secretary - he was an extraordinary person who dedicated his life to Queen and Country. I know his shining legacy will live on. My prayers and thoughts are with The Queen today and always. / Twitter"
Sophia A. Nelson on Twitter: "Of all the things I admired about #QueenElizabethII it was her love story with #PrincePhilip it lasted 74 years of marriage, plus a long courtship during WWII before. They created a powerful legacy: 4 children. 8 grandchildren. 10 great grandchildren. God bless @RoyalFamily pic.twitter.com/x5DMCZkGIO / Twitter"
Candace Owens on Twitter: "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 / Twitter"
Luci Gosling on Twitter: "I have written about Prince Philip quite a lot over the years. Whatever anyone thought of him, he was an extraordinary character & I so feel for The Queen. 73 years of marriage & 99 years of life is quite an innings. This is him, c.1927 from Charlotte Zeepvat coll @Mary_Evans pic.twitter.com/bSnw3pYXfH / Twitter"
Dominic McGregor on Twitter: "Prince Philip was a real rock to the queen an example of a supporting husband.73 year of love and marriage. Rest in peace pic.twitter.com/CZCDwmiiOo / Twitter"
Emily Thornberry on Twitter: "What a life Prince Philip led, utterly devoted to public service and to the Queen, her husband, her best friend, and her rock throughout the years. May he rest in peace, and may Her Majesty find comfort in the love and prayers that millions around the world will send her today. / Twitter"
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