The Countess of Wessex has spoken about the Queen of England's bravery in the wake of the death of the Duke of Edinburgh.
According to BBC News, Sophie, the Countess of Wessex, was questioned about the British royal family's grief while driving to Windsor Castle with her husband Prince Edward.
In a brief statement to news reporters, the 56-year-old stated simply: "The Queen has been amazing."
Hundreds of people have since travelled to Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle to lay flowers and pay their respects to the late Prince Philip, despite being urged to stay at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have also paid tribute to the Duke of Edinburgh in a short statement posted on the website of their Archewell organization, which reads:
"In loving memory of His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh, 1921-2021 Thank you for your service... you will be greatly missed."
Buckingham Palace first announced the news of Prince Philip's death in an official statement made on Friday morning, which reads:
"It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen announces the death of her beloved husband, His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
"His Royal Highness passed away peacefully this morning at Windsor Castle."
The Duke had recently been released from St Bartholomew's hospital. He was initially admitted to King Edward VII's hospital on February 16 as a precautionary measure after feeling unwell. A palace aide confirmed that he walked into the hospital unaided.
Although the exact reason for Prince Philip's initial hospital stay has not been disclosed, it was stated not to be caused by Covid-19.
Prince Philip, a member of the exiled Greek royal family, married Queen Elizabeth in 1947 shortly after gaining British citizenship.
The pair had four children together: Charles, Prince of Wales, Anne, Princess Royal, Prince Andrew, Duke of York, Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex - all of whom survive their father.
Per The Greater London Lieutenancy, the United Kingdom has entered into a national period of mourning. All flags apart from the Royal Standard will be lowered to half-mast.
In his role as prince consort, Philip was the longest-serving male member of the Royal Family.