Sad news this evening with the passing of the Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip at age 99.
The Duke was admitted into hospital in February and spent several weeks being treated for an infection and to undergo a heart procedure.
At the time, the Palace said his hospital admission was not related to COVID-19.
He had previously been admitted to hospital in December last year, for medical treatment relating of a pre-existing condition.
In a statement, Buckingham Palace said: “It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty the Queen announces the death of her beloved husband, His Royal Highness Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh.”
“His Royal Highness passes away peacefully this morning at Windsor Castle. The royal family join with people around the world in mourning his loss.“
The Royal family had been preparing to celebrate his 100th birthday on June 10 this year.
The Duke is survived by the Queen and their children Prince Charles, Princess Anne, Prince Andrew and Prince Edward, his eight grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
