The Tragic Death Of Prince Philip

Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, has died at age 99. A statement from the royal family, issued April 9th, 2021, read: "It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen has announced the death of her beloved husband, His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. His Royal Highness passed away peacefully this morning at Windsor Castle." Before the royal's death, he was admitted to a private hospital in London on February 16th over what the palace called at the time "a precautionary measure." CNN later reported that Philip had been treated for "an infection" and was being monitored for "a preexisting heart condition." He was released from care after one month, reported the BBC, offering the following statement to his caregivers: "His Royal Highness wishes to thank all the medical staff who looked after him... and everyone who has sent their good wishes." Less than one month later, the royal's death came just ahead of his 100th birthday. Here's what to know about Prince Philip's life and legacy. Before being hospitalized in February 2021, Prince Philip had multiple health issues throughout his life. In December 2011, the royal was treated for a blocked coronary artery, per The Guardian. And in June 2012, Queen Elizabeth II's husband was admitted to the hospital to treat a bladder infection. Prince Philip also had "exploratory surgery on his abdomen" in June 2013, The Guardian noted. And in 2018, the royal had hip replacement surgery. Prince Philip was also hospitalized in December 2019, and a photo of him leaving the hospital became a meme. Despite the ups and downs of his health, though, Prince Philip didn't officially retire from public service until 2017. Post-retirement, the royal still attended various events over the years. However, Prince Philip no longer drove after a car crash that happened in January 2019, ABC News reported. Per the outlet, he was unhurt but was "forced to give up driving." Watch the video for more about The Tragic Death Of Prince Philip. #PrincePhilip #RoyalFamily #Royals Past Health Scares | 0:00 War Hero | 1:57 Third Cousins | 3:01 No Stranger to Controversy | 4:08 Tension Between Two Princes | 4:59 Prince William and Prince Harry | 6:13