A nation in mourning: Huge outpouring of grief over death of Prince Philip and sympathy for the Queen who has ‘lost the brightest jewel in her crown’
- Britons expressed their sorrow at the loss of the Duke of Edinburgh and passed on their good wishes to Queen
- He spent final days at Windsor with Queen after a 28-night stay in hospital for an infection and heart condition
- As the longest serving consort in British history, he was popular but often misunderstood figure to the public
- Some found his gaffes offensive while others believed he was comical, but millions united in grief at his death
- Some said they had cried while others could not believe he was gone after being figure throughout their lives
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Tributes have flooded in for Prince Philip today after the devastating news the Queen’s husband died this morning aged 99.
Britons expressed their sorrow at the loss of the Duke of Edinburgh and passed on their good wishes to Her Majesty and the rest of the Royal Family.
He spent his final days at Windsor Castle with his wife after a 28-night stay in hospital for an infection and a pre-existing heart condition.
As the longest serving consort in British history, the Prince was a popular but often misunderstood figure in the eyes of the public.
Flags were lowered across the country today as a sign of respect to the Duke, with Buckingham Palace and Downing Street leading the way.
Some people found his gaffes and outbursts offensive while others believed he was comical, but millions across the country united in grief at his death today.
Hundreds revealed the heartbreaking news had left them in tears while others could not believe the Duke had died having been a figure throughout their lives.
Britons expressed their sorrow at the loss of the Duke of Edinburgh and passed on their good wishes to the Queen and the rest of the Royal Family
A woman called Charlotte posted on Twitter: ‘What a life you led. I don’t think the Queen could have done it without you. You were the brightest jewel in her crown.’
Corra Linn wrote: ‘To give you an idea of my emotional state right now, I spent the morning crying to Fearless and it looks like I’ll be spending my afternoon crying about Prince Philip.’
A woman called Elizabeth posted: ‘Am not embarrassed to say I’m crying, and have poured a glass of Fizz to toast his amazing life of service Rest in Peace, Prince Philip.’
Andy Oddy posted: ‘Politics aside you have to feel for the Queen as a human being. I recall when my own grandfather died aged 94 – it devastated my Gran after 72 years together.’
A man called Henry added: ‘Love is forever Red heart. No matter what your views are on the #RoyalFamily at this time Queen Elizabeth has just lost her soul mate of 73 years.
‘I can’t begin to imagine how devastated she must be feeling inside right now. Broken heart. Rest in eternal peace #PrincePhilip.’
The Royal Butler tweeted: ‘I am saddened to learn of the death of HRH Prince Philip The Duke of Edinburgh. A gentleman who I was proud to have served during my time in the Royal Household. I send my condolences to the Royal Family.’
Royal biographer Ingrid Stewart posted: ‘A very sad day indeed. Sending condolences to Her Majesty The Queen on the passing of her beloved husband, His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He has been a constant strength and guide during her reign.’
Kate Jamieson put: ‘So, very sad to hear that Prince Philip has died. A man dedicated to Queen and Country in more ways than one. Fair winds and following seas.’
Emma Webb wrote: ‘No words can describe how sad I am to hear of Prince Philip’s death. The absolute model of duty, kindness and good humour. The longest serving consort in British history.
‘When I met him as a nervous child, he made me laugh and I’ve adored him ever since. A truly Great Man.’
Rebekha Fox said: ‘ So desperately sad to hear that Prince Philip has died. Surprised to find myself in tears.’ Matt Dukes wrote: ‘Deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Prince Philip Duke of Edinburgh.’ He added: ‘Our thoughts & prayers are with the Queen & the Royal Family at this very sad time.’
