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Princes William and Harry issue statements on death of Prince Philip

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Prince William and Prince Harry have issued separate statements paying tribute to their grandfather.

Prince Philip died last week at the age of 99.

READ: Prince Philip, husband of Queen Elizabeth II, dies aged 99

William, who is second in line to the throne, pledged “to get on with the job” of serving Queen Elizabeth II.

He called his grandfather “an extraordinary man and part of an extraordinary generation.”


Prince Harry’s office also issued a statement, describing Philip as a man who was “authentically himself” and “cheeky right ’til the end.”

Harry is back in the U.K. to attend his grandfather’s funeral on Saturday.

The brothers are the latest members of the Royal Family to honour Philip’s service.

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