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As Shakespeare said, some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon ’em. Prince Philip was in a sense all three, a man born into the Greek royal family yet denied his birthright; someone who had to work hard to carve out his status in life; …

Several relatives reportedly ignored Prince Harry at the Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral yesterday due to his controversial Oprah Winfrey interview. It is claimed by sources that the only royal who showed him any sympathy was his uncle, Prince Andrew as he received a frosty reception from other family members. In …

Kate Middleton is poised to step up in the family: Duchess of Cambridge was dignified and composed as she arrived at the castle alone and chose an outfit that was ‘elegant but not overstated,’ fashion experts reveal Kate Middleton was ‘consciously styled’ to mourn Duke of Edinburgh’s passing Donned chic black …

Herald who proclaimed Prince Philip’s styles and titles as his coffin was lowered into the royal vault reveals sense of ‘honour’ for being part of a ‘moment of history’ Thomas Woodcock, 69, has been Garter Principal King of Arms since 2010  He is the principal member of the royal household …

The Queen wiped away tears and was forced to mourn alone away from her family in St George’s Chapel during Prince Philip’s Covid-hit Windsor Castle funeral today as she said an emotional final goodbye to her ‘strength and stay’ after their extraordinary 73-year life together. Her Majesty looked grief-stricken and …

The Duchess of Cambridge was the picture of dignified grace in Her Majesty’s jewels at the Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral today.   Kate Middleton paid a touching tribute to both the Monarch and to her own late mother-in-law as she wore the Queen’s pearl choker, from Her Majesty’s personal collection, to …

The Queen sat alone inside St George’s Chapel today as Covid regulations forced her to be separated from her family and wear a mask.  The 94-year-old monarch cut a figure of silent dignity as she watched on while her beloved husband of 73 years was laid to rest.  Following strict social …

Prince Andrew made a swift change into aviator shades and a bomber jacket after his father’s funeral, after the Queen denied his demand to wear an Admiral’s uniform. The monarch took control earlier this week and decreed that none of the royal guests would be in military dress after her middle son …

Prince Philip will become the 25th Royal in the 200-year-old vault hidden beneath St George’s Chapel in Windsor when he is buried. The Duke of Edinburgh, who died last Friday aged 99, will join a range of kings and queens behind a set of iron gates around 16ft underground. Among the …

Prince Philip’s funeral service included a hymn to honour his service at sea, a psalm that was sung at his 75th birthday party and buglers from the Royal Marines who played the Navy’s ‘Action Stations’ battle signal. The emotional touches, which were planned by the Duke of Edinburgh himself, were …