A Slip Before the Big Day: Prince Philip's Fall and Determination
It wasn’t long ago that Prince Philip, the beloved husband of Queen Elizabeth II, found himself in a tough spot. Just a few weeks after undergoing hip replacement surgery, the 96-year-old royal faced another setback—a cracked rib—mere days before Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s royal wedding on May 19. According to reports, Philip had a fall while taking a bath shortly before the grand event. It’s a tough situation for anyone, but especially for a man of his age who was already recovering from surgery.
Here’s the kicker: The Duke of Edinburgh isn’t one to shy away from a challenge. A source close to the royal family revealed to The Sun that Philip prefers bathing over showering, even though it might be more risky for someone in his condition. But this determined gentleman wasn’t about to let anything, not even pain or injury, stop him from attending his grandson’s wedding. “He is clearly a very resolute gentleman who will not stop doing what he needs to do,” the source said. Fractured ribs can be incredibly painful, even with the tiniest of fractures, yet Philip soldiered on, showing incredible resilience.
Philip and the Queen at the May 19 royal wedding.
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A Remarkable Man at 96
Considering his age and the recent hip operation, Philip’s determination to attend the wedding speaks volumes about his character. An insider noted, “Given that he is 96 years old and the operation was just six weeks ago, I think that shows what an extraordinary man he is.” This commitment meant the world to Prince Harry, who holds his grandfather in high regard. It’s a touching moment that highlights the deep bond between grandfather and grandson.
As the big day approached, Buckingham Palace confirmed that Philip would indeed be present at the Windsor Castle ceremony. This announcement came shortly after the Duke of Edinburgh was spotted for the first time since his 11-day hospital stay following the hip replacement surgery in mid-April. Philip was seen driving around the grounds of the annual Windsor Horse Show in southeast England, making a rare outing to visit his wife, Queen Elizabeth, who was there watching one of her prized horses perform. Witnesses noted that Philip appeared to enjoy being "out and about," chatting with the Queen for about five minutes.
Philip and the Queen on May
