The Royal Family Gathers At Prince Philip's Funeral — See Photos Of The Procession & Ceremony
Apr. 17 2021, Updated 11:50 a.m. ET
The royal family gathered at Prince Philip's funeral on Saturday, April 17. While it wasn't under the best circumstances, Prince Harry and Prince William reunited for the first time in over a year, and Queen Elizabeth was able to say goodbye to her husband, who passed away on April 9.
“It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen has announced the death of her beloved husband, His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. His Royal Highness passed away peacefully this morning at Windsor Castle,” the statement read at the time. “The Royal Family join with people around the world in mourning his loss. Further announcements will be made in due course.”
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, there were only 30 people allowed at the funeral.
Keep scrolling through the photos below to see photos from the day.
The Queen and Philip's four children — Princess Anne, Prince Charles, Prince Edward and Prince Andrew — walked behind Philip's coffin. Additionally, Harry and William were separated by their cousin, Peter Phillips.
“These are practical changes rather than sending a signal,” the palace in a statement on Thursday, April 15. “This is a funeral and we are not going to be drawn into perceptions of drama. The arrangements have been agreed and represent Her Majesty’s wishes as well as the personal wishes of The Duke.”
The Queen also requested that all senior members of the royal family wear suits and not their military outfits.
Naturally, everyone looked somber while walking into St George's Chapel.
The Queen, 94, took a moment to look back at Philip's coffin. One day earlier, the Queen shared a sweet tribute to her late husband via Instagram.
The Land Rover was customized by Philip himself.
The royal family didn't want the public to stand outside due to the ongoing pandemic.
The coffin was brought into the chapel.
Andrew, Anne and Charles showed off their medals while attending the event.
There was no eulogy at Philip's funeral.
"The Order of Service for the funeral was agreed with The Duke of Edinburgh during his lifetime, and reflects The Duke's close military affiliations, and personal elements of His Royal Highness' life," the statement read.
"Ironically, it is probably how he would have liked," former palace spokeswoman Ailsa Anderson shared about the funeral. "No fuss, no bother. Right through his life, he never knew what all the fuss was about."
Queen Elizabeth had to sit by herself at the event.
Kate Middleton, who wore the Queen's necklace and veil, looked somber while inside the chapel.
Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall wore a patterned face mask and black hat.
Kate was spotted getting out of the car.
Princess Beatrice and her husband, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, looked on.
Kate was photographed with her head down at one point.
The Queen was spotted getting out of her car.
Charles proudly displayed his medals at the event.
