Tributes pour in after Prince Philip's death: Queen's statement expresses 'deep sorrow'

TORONTO -- Members of the Royal Family, current and former world leaders, and celebrities offered condolences following the death of Prince Philip, noting his military and community service and his nearly seven decades as husband and royal consort to Queen Elizabeth II.

The Queen announced her husband’s death with ‘deep sorrow’ in a statement from Buckingham Palace. Known by his title, Duke of Edinburgh, the 99-year-old died peacefully at Windsor Castle just outside of London Friday morning.

Prince Harry, the duke’s grandson, and his wife Meghan also paid tribute to him on the website for their foundation, Archewell. The site’s homepage simply reads: “In loving memory of His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh…Thank you for your service…you will be greatly missed.”

In tributes posted on social media, Prince Philip was remembered for his ‘distinguished career’ and devotion to various causes.

On the death of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. pic.twitter.com/rZlbY1matF

— Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson) April 9, 2021

 

Prince Philip will be remembered as a decorated naval officer, a dedicated philanthropist, and a constant in the life of Queen Elizabeth II. The thoughts of all Canadians are with her and the entire Royal Family as they mourn this significant loss. https://t.co/fgw9jyTM20

— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) April 9, 2021

 

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.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 9, 2021

 

Saddened to hear of the death of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Queen Elizabeth and the people of the United Kingdom at this time.

— Micheál Martin (@MichealMartinTD) April 9, 2021

 

"Laura and I are saddened to learn of the passing of Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh. Throughout his long and remarkable life, he devoted himself to worthy causes and to others." - President George W. Bush

Read the full statement: https://t.co/BvIFFK6wR0

— George W. Bush Presidential Center (@TheBushCenter) April 9, 2021

 

Statement on His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh. pic.twitter.com/6kq6Lg7cLp

— Scott Morrison (@ScottMorrisonMP) April 9, 2021

 

"However, he should also be remembered and celebrated in his own right as a man of foresight, determination and courage.

My condolences and prayers are with Her Majesty the Queen & all the Royal Family."

Full statement here: https://t.co/hZjodo2ESU

— Tony Blair Institute (@InstituteGC) April 9, 2021

 

 

 

 

 

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I express my deepest condolences to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, Prince Charles, the Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom on the passing of the Duke of Edinburgh. Prince Philip was the consummate public servant and will be much missed in Israel and across the world.

— Benjamin Netanyahu (@netanyahu) April 9, 2021

 

I am saddened to hear of the passing of His Royal Highness Prince Philip.

I would like to extend my sincere sympathy to Her Majesty The Queen, the Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom on this very sad day.

— Ursula von der Leyen (@vonderleyen) April 9, 2021

My heartfelt condolences to the royal family in this time of grief, and especially to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, who has spent a lifetime by her Prince Phillip. https://t.co/6YJhMMOojY

— George Takei (@GeorgeTakei) April 9, 2021

 

RIP Prince Philip.

Thinking of Her Majesty the Queen and the Royal Family at this time x

— Geri Horner (@GeriHalliwell) April 9, 2021

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

 

The whole of Formula 1 wishes to pay tribute to Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh, who dedicated his whole life to Great Britain and served his country with pride and devotion. pic.twitter.com/va7tb2UvKj

— F1 Media (@F1Media) April 9, 2021

 

I join with the rest of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth in mourning the loss of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh. https://t.co/nLYSBlmnHe pic.twitter.com/RajI33U3tr

— Archbishop of Canterbury (@JustinWelby) April 9, 2021

 

Everyone at Manchester United is saddened by the passing of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

We extend our sympathies to Her Majesty The Queen and the Royal Family at this difficult time. https://t.co/NNqDETQggm pic.twitter.com/nJMXOoVHLJ

— Manchester United (@ManUtd) April 9, 2021

Everyone at Aston Martin is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

Our thoughts are with Her Majesty The Queen and the Royal Family at this time. pic.twitter.com/lfjpDFszhu

— Aston Martin (@astonmartin) April 9, 2021

 

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  In this Wednesday July 22, 2020 file photo, Prince Philip arrives for a ceremony for the transfer of the Colonel-in-Chief of the Rifles from himself to Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, at Windsor Castle, England. (Adrian Dennis/Pool via AP, File)