Prince philip husband of uks queen elizabeth ii to retire from public life

Prince Philip, the husband of Queen Elizabeth II, has indeed retired from public life. On August 2, 2017, it was announced that Prince Philip would be stepping back from his royal duties and public engagements, effective immediately.

The decision was made after Prince Philip, who was 96 years old at the time, had been undertaking fewer engagements in recent years due to his advanced age and health concerns. He had been carrying out royal duties for over 65 years, and it was felt that it was time for him to take a step back and focus on his personal life.

In a statement, the Palace said: "His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh has decided that he will no longer carry out public engagements, and will instead devote more time to his family and his charitable interests."

Prince Philip's decision to retire from public life was seen as a natural progression, given his age and the fact that he had been carrying out royal duties for so long. He had been a constant presence at the Queen's side throughout her reign, and his retirement marked the end of an era.

Despite his retirement, Prince Philip remained a member of the Royal Family and continued to carry out private engagements and attend family events. He passed away on April 9, 2021, at the age of 99, leaving behind a legacy of dedication and service to the Royal Family and the United Kingdom.