Prince William Pays Tribute to Grandfather Prince Philip in Heartfelt Message

Prince William has broken his and Catherine's silence following the loss of his extraordinary grandfather, Prince Philip.

In a deeply touching message, William paid tribute to the late Duke of Edinburgh on the Royal Family's official website.

The message was also shared with their official social media followers, reaching over 14 million people.

Alongside the message, a never-before-seen photograph of Prince George sitting next to his great-grandfather in Norfolk was released.

The sweet photo, taken by George's mother, the Duchess of Cambridge, in 2015, shows the Duke of Edinburgh smiling at the camera while his grandson looks off to the side.

The statement from Prince William expressed his gratitude for having had his grandfather as a guiding example throughout his life.

He stated that Philip's century of life was defined by service, not only to his country and Commonwealth, but also to his wife, queen, and family.

William acknowledged his grandfather's enduring presence in his own adult life, during both good times and the hardest days.

He also expressed his appreciation for the kindness Philip showed to his wife, Catherine, and cherished the special memories his children will always have of their great-grandpa's infectious sense of adventure and mischievous sense of humor.

Recognizing his grandfather as an extraordinary man from an extraordinary generation, Prince William pledged to continue supporting Queen Elizabeth in the years ahead, as Philip would have wanted.

He emphasized that although he will miss his grandpa, he knows that Philip would want them to carry on with their duties.

This sentiment aligns with William's previous acknowledgment of his grandfather as a role model.

In a 2018 speech, he praised Philip's work ethic and tireless commitment to helping young people fulfill their potential.

William also commended his grandfather's unwavering support for Queen Elizabeth in her role as monarch.

He revealed that the Queen often speaks in private about how much Philip has been a source of support to her.

In the documentary “Elizabeth at Ninety,” William described Philip as someone who never seeks the limelight and always stands by the Queen's side.

Catherine, too, admired Philip's support for the Queen and expressed her belief that having a spouse by your side in such a position is incredibly special.

As Prince William continues to honor his grandfather's legacy, he and Catherine will remain dedicated to supporting the Queen in the years to come.

The loss of Prince Philip has undoubtedly left a void in the royal family, but Prince William's heartfelt tribute serves as a reminder of the profound impact his extraordinary grandfather had on their lives.