Prince philip retires age 96

Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, did not retire at the age of 96. In fact, he passed away on April 9, 2021, at the age of 99.

However, Prince Philip did retire from his official royal duties in August 2017, at the age of 96. He announced his retirement in May 2017, citing his desire to "slow down" and spend more time with his family.

In his retirement, Prince Philip continued to carry out some private engagements and attend family events, but he no longer undertook official royal duties on behalf of the Queen. His retirement marked the end of an era, as he had been a constant presence at the Queen's side for over 70 years.

Prince Philip's decision to retire was seen as a natural step, given his advanced age and the demands of royal duties. He had been carrying out official engagements for over 65 years, and the Queen had been carrying out her duties for over 60 years. The couple's decision to retire was seen as a way to allow them to spend more time with their family and pursue their personal interests.