Princess Eugenie’s Heartfelt Tribute to Prince Philip: A Promise to Care for the Queen

Princess Eugenie recently took to Instagram to share a touching tribute to her late grandfather, Prince Philip, expressing her commitment to look after the Queen in his absence.

As one of the Duke of Edinburgh's eight grandchildren, Eugenie posted a heartfelt message alongside two photos capturing moments with the Duke, who passed away at the age of 99 last Friday at Windsor Castle.

In one of the photos, taken during the Royal Balcony at the Investec Derby Festival in 2017, Eugenie is seen standing beside her sister, Princess Beatrice, and their grandfather, Prince Philip.

The second photo captures a tender moment from Christmas Day in 1998, showing Prince Philip affectionately patting a young Eugenie on the head at Sandringham.

In her poignant caption, Princess Eugenie addressed her late grandfather, reminiscing about the cherished memories they shared.

She expressed gratitude for the tributes pouring in from people who recalled interactions with Prince Philip, whether it was a shared meal, a handshake, or a kind word exchanged in passing.

Reflecting on her personal experiences with Prince Philip, Eugenie recalled learning various skills from him, including cooking, painting, and reading.

She fondly remembered their laughter, conversations about his remarkable life and naval service, as well as moments like when he saved the day by rescuing incinerated sausages.

Eugenie highlighted the importance of family, emphasizing that she will always remember Prince Philip, along with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Concluding her emotional tribute, the 30-year-old granddaughter of the Queen pledged to support Her Majesty during this challenging time.

Eugenie expressed gratitude for Prince Philip's dedication and love, especially towards the Queen, whom they will care for in his absence.

With a message filled with love, Eugenie signed off, leaving a lasting promise to her late grandfather.

Since Prince Philip's passing on April 9th, Princess Eugenie had maintained a private stance, allowing older family members to share their tributes first.

She waited for her cousins, Prince William and Prince Harry, to pay their respects before sharing her own heartfelt memories of their beloved grandfather.

Eugenie and her husband, Jack Brooksbank, welcomed their first child, August, in February, honoring Prince Philip by giving him one of his great-grandfather's names.

Despite lockdown restrictions, it is believed that Eugenie did not have the opportunity to introduce her newborn son to Prince Philip before his passing.

Known for his unwavering dedication to his granddaughters, Prince Philip made rare public appearances to attend the weddings of both Eugenie and Beatrice, earning admiration as the patriarch of the royal family.

Described by Eugenie as the “rock” of their family, Prince Philip served as a mentor and source of strength for younger royals, who valued his guidance and steadfast presence over the years.

In a 2016 ITV documentary, “Our Queen at 90,” Princess Eugenie praised her grandfather, highlighting his strength, consistency, and unwavering support for their family.