32 candid photos that capture the real Prince Philip

Elena Kiratzi

19 April 2024 at 9:01 pm

We look back at some of Prince Philip's funniest (and most heartwarming) moments, from sharing a joke with other royals to getting very into sporting events

Deep concentration for a carriage driving competition

Having fun and dining with Hollywood stars

Relaxing and watching the sports with other royals

Looking very shocked during the Royal Windsor Horse Show

Sharing a laugh at Prince Harry's Christening

Having a conversation with comedy royalty

This sweet picture of the young monarchs

Using binoculars to get a closer look at the action

Looking seriously impressed (and a little bit scared) at the Olympic Torch Relay

We look back at some of Prince Philip's funniest (and most heartwarming) moments, from sharing a joke with other royals to getting very into sporting events

As the longest-serving royal consort in history, Prince Philip was undoubtedly an integral part of the British monarchy, and his legacy lives on to this day.

From supporting his wife during her Coronation in 1953 to being an ambassador for countless charities including setting up The Duke of Edinburgh Award and becoming the International President of the World Wildlife Fund, Prince Philip always showed a strong sense of commitment when it came to being a royal.

He was also known throughout his life for having an extremely strong, and sometimes controversial, sense of humour, though. Here, we have rounded up just some of the many funny moments Prince Philip gave us over his life.

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We look back at some of Prince Philip's funniest (and most heartwarming) moments, from sharing a joke with other royals to getting very into sporting events

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32 candid photos that capture the real Prince Philip

We look back at some of Prince Philip's funniest (and most heartwarming) moments, from sharing a joke with other royals to getting very into sporting events

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