If you missed any of the major royal stories from this past week, including Queen Elizabeth's somber 95th birthday, here are the biggest headlines from this past week in one place. A quick scroll will have you all caught up on everything coming out of Buckingham Palace.
Prince Philip was laid to rest at St. George's Chapel on the grounds of Windsor Castle.
On Saturday (April 17), Prince Philip was laid to rest following a funeral service held at St. George's Chapel on the grounds of Windsor Castle. The entire royal family was present to say their final goodbyes.
Prince Harry reunited with Prince William and Kate Middleton for the first time following his tell-all Oprah Winfrey interview.
Prince William and Prince Harry were seen together publicly for the first time in over a year at Prince Philip's funeral on Saturday (April 17). The brothers walked behind their grandfather's casket together ahead of the funeral. They were also seen chatting with Kate Middleton when the services had ended.
Queen Elizabeth breaks royal tradition following her husband's passing.
According to the Times, members of the royal family use black-edged stationery after the loss of a loved one in order to indicate their ongoing grief. Queen Victoria followed this tradition after her husband Prince Albert passed away in 1861. She used envelopes with a matching black border, as well.
While Clarence House, the office of Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall and Kensington Palace, the office of Prince William and Kate Middleton, will follow this tradition, Queen Elizabeth will not. People reports she will instead use her own personalized stationery featuring her crest in black, instead of the usual red.
Though it's not clear why Her Majesty has made this subtle change to an old royal family tradition, it's possible it's her own sweet nod to Prince Philip. The late Duke of Edinburgh was known as a "no-fuss" person, according to People, and would likely not want any special changes made for him.
Queen Elizabeth celebrates her milestone 95th birthday.
Queen Elizabeth marked her milestone 95th birthday with a brief yet heartfelt message to the public. Her Majesty thanked everyone for their love and support in the days since Prince Philip's passing. The Queen said she and the other members of the Royal Family have been "deeply touched" by all the messages.
"I have, on the occasion of my 95th birthday today, received many messages of good wishes, which I very much appreciate," she wrote. "While as a family we are in a period of great sadness, it has been a comfort to us all to see and to hear the tributes paid to my husband, from those within the United Kingdom, the Commonwealth and around the world."
"My family and I would like to thank you all for the support and kindness shown to us in recent days," she continued. "We have been deeply touched, and continue to be reminded that Philip had such an extraordinary impact on countless people throughout his life."
Prince Harry honors Prince Philip with Earth Day tribute.
Prince Harry is paying tribute to Prince Philip once again following the 99-year-old's passing earlier this month.
On Thursday (April 22), the Duke of Sussex re-released African Parks' 'Hope Starts Here' video in celebration of Earth Day. Harry, who is president of African Parks, narrates the film, which highlights the importance of conservation efforts in Africa.
"As we now begin to move towards an era of global recovery and regeneration, it's critical that we continue to look at the strengthening and protecting of biodiversity, not just as a value we hold — but as a responsibility that is vital to our way of life," Harry said in a statement.
He then went on to recall how the Duke of Edinburgh influenced his own role in conservation. "On this Earth Day, I reflect on generations of conservation champions, including my late grandfather, and feel proud and energized to continue doing my part in this legacy," he wrote. "This year especially, I join the incredible African Parks team and communities around the world in shared dedication to our environment and collective wellbeing."
Prince Louis celebrates his third birthday.
On Friday (April 23), Prince William and Kate Middleton's youngest child, Prince Louis, turns three. In honor of their son's special day, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge shared a new portrait of the royal tot on Instagram.
"Taken earlier this week by The Duchess before he left for his first day of nursery, The Duke and Duchess are pleased to share a new image of Prince Louis," Kensington Palace's caption reads. The adorable photo shows the young prince riding his bright red bike outside the family's Kensington Palace home.
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