Duchess Sophie Pays Tearful Tribute To 'darling' Prince Edward Ahead of 60th Birthday

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  • Опубликовано: 7 мар 2024
  • The Duchess of Edinburgh has surprised her husband with a tearful tribute ahead of his 60th birthday, saying he is “the best of fathers, the most loving of husbands and he is still my best friend” and “I am so proud of the man he is”. Sophie took to the stage at the end of the Community Sport and Recreation Awards, in Leeds, to make a speech praising her husband ahead of his landmark birthday on Sunday. Report by Matthew Covell.

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  • @HantsLassUK
    @HantsLassUK 2 месяца назад +579

    A friend of mine met Sophie and said she is absolutely lovely. Very down to earth and genuine. The royal family have nothing to worry about with people like her and the Duke of Edinburgh representing them. Happy 60th birthday Prince Edward 🎂🎂🎂

    • @philwatson6659
      @philwatson6659 2 месяца назад +25

      Sophie is the one member of the Royals I would love to meet

    • @lizziebkennedy7505
      @lizziebkennedy7505 Месяц назад +1

      LOL they have everything to worry about! Monarchy is not about personality, as we have daily proof.

    • @juliecurran9884
      @juliecurran9884 26 дней назад +1

      I really like Sophie.The Royal family are very lucky to have her.Very classy lady ❤

  • @gardenroom64
    @gardenroom64 2 месяца назад +539

    No diva behaviour, just royalty we can be proud of….🎉

    • @mariemcmahon1787
      @mariemcmahon1787 2 месяца назад +25

      Well said and i agree with you ❤

    • @kismit100
      @kismit100 2 месяца назад +18

      Couldn’t agree more ❤❤

    • @deb53
      @deb53 2 месяца назад +20

      And, no incessant hand holding!

    • @susancarolan153
      @susancarolan153 2 месяца назад +11

      I wondered when he would come into his own. A good husband and father who is there when we need him. I hope😮❤👍🐢🐛🦋🧚🥰☮🙏🏻

    • @davidcrawford1616
      @davidcrawford1616 2 месяца назад +13

      Spot on

  • @JBaxter-pi8oj
    @JBaxter-pi8oj 2 месяца назад +511

    Thank you, Duchess Sophie, for your words. This couple has been underrated simply because they are "boringly" decent and loving, towards each other, their children, their larger family and everyone else.

    • @jillosler9353
      @jillosler9353 2 месяца назад +39

      You're wrong actually. They were hounded for years by our horrible media; Prince Edward because he was interested in the theatre instead of spending years (as the 'fourth child') in the military, and Sophie because she was a career woman when she married Edward. The dastardly media used their typical nasty tricks to embarrass her enough to give up her career. They have been working Royals for over 20 years.

    • @caro_Uk
      @caro_Uk 2 месяца назад +17

      ​@@jillosler9353👍👌👏

    • @KatharinaK117
      @KatharinaK117 2 месяца назад +39

      A sweet 🎂 couple for sure! I love seeing married couples who stand by each others side...

    • @audspod1
      @audspod1 2 месяца назад

      You are so right. However they have weathered all that and are now hard working Royals and supporting His Majesty the King. God bless them and Happy Birthday to Edward.@@jillosler9353

    • @thefirstMrsLankton
      @thefirstMrsLankton 2 месяца назад +22

      They are a lovely couple aren't they?

  • @donnah1930
    @donnah1930 2 месяца назад +447

    The Edinburghs are unsung but very important Royals. Many of their engagements are not covered by the major media outlets. We need to see more of Edward and Sophie!

    • @floppysmith1181
      @floppysmith1181 2 месяца назад +23

      And they don’t walk around holding hands all the time like another couple we all know

    • @persisanklesaria2615
      @persisanklesaria2615 2 месяца назад +7

      @@floppysmith1181LOL😊

    • @elizabethdarley8646
      @elizabethdarley8646 2 месяца назад +13

      Donna maybe they're happy to not be in the mass media so much

    • @lynneburridge9082
      @lynneburridge9082 26 дней назад

      ​@@floppysmith1181Harry loved his charity with the African continent n the Africans loved him. The minute I saw this woman with him I said "there goes Harry's charity work. This woman is all about "Glitz n Glamour" n her charity is all BS. n it's Harry she wants despite their huge age difference.

  • @S_J_banana
    @S_J_banana 2 месяца назад +320

    Sophie and Edward are my fav royal working couple. In the last few years they have really helped support QEII and now The King.

    • @dailysassi874
      @dailysassi874 2 месяца назад +18

      Mine too ❤ - shortly after them came the Prince and Princess of Wales 💯🫶🏼

    • @_royalfamilyfan
      @_royalfamilyfan 2 месяца назад +14

      You know the thing is they always done this work the media just didn't cover it back then

    • @acastrohowell
      @acastrohowell 2 месяца назад

      Have they divorced?!

  • @ladymanrique2001
    @ladymanrique2001 2 месяца назад +260

    The Duke of Edinburgh must be very proud to have a wife like Sophie.

  • @yvettemarshallTWN
    @yvettemarshallTWN 2 месяца назад +118

    No two more deserving people 🎎. Duke of Edinburgh does his brother the king, proud. 🦁

  • @_Simnesia_
    @_Simnesia_ 2 месяца назад +66

    Isn't Edward just lovely? So genuine and warm.

  • @vivienneoke
    @vivienneoke 2 месяца назад +73

    They have both done the royal family proud...

  • @rosehelmich2979
    @rosehelmich2979 2 месяца назад +173

    That was so sweet!! Those two are exactly what Royals should be.... dignified, compassionate, respectful, and loving!!!!💖💖💖💖

  • @lxmadness6939
    @lxmadness6939 2 месяца назад +288

    Love Sophie and Edward, they are absolutely adorable and underrated. They are a great team and a wonderful couple ❤️

    • @KatharinaK117
      @KatharinaK117 2 месяца назад +14

      Amen!

    • @jennifergroom7733
      @jennifergroom7733 2 месяца назад +11

      Totally agree! Happy birthday to Prince Edward 🎉🎂🎊

    • @mariehaverty8209
      @mariehaverty8209 Месяц назад +1

      Not sure if underrated is correct, they are Wonderfully human beings happy to be the best people they can be for the world. That’s enough love them both❤❤

    • @PeterWhite-jz6np
      @PeterWhite-jz6np Месяц назад +1

      Happy 60th Prince Edward, great speech Duchess Sophie, a great couple and an example of what a true marriage should be.

  • @davidcrawford1616
    @davidcrawford1616 2 месяца назад +193

    What a fantastic man is Edward . A great husband , father , brother and son . Shine on Edward

  • @donnaolson922
    @donnaolson922 2 месяца назад +180

    Aww…he’s so sweet. I’m very glad Sophie had this opportunity. Lovely.

  • @joaniegoodrow548
    @joaniegoodrow548 2 месяца назад +116

    How lovely you are Sophie and how dear of you to speak so lovingly about your husband truly special ❤

  • @abdmtgirl
    @abdmtgirl 2 месяца назад +149

    He seems like a very humble man. He is like his sister, they work hard behind the scenes without many headlines or acknowledgment. It is very apparent he is Queen Elizabeth and Prince Phillip’s son. I am sure they are looking down with pride.
    From America
    A very Happy Birthday to
    Prince Edward, The Duke of Edinburgh
    🥳🇺🇸🇬🇧

  • @jillkelly3965
    @jillkelly3965 2 месяца назад +119

    Now, that is a speech worth listening to. No word salad there. Love Sophie. ❤❤❤

  • @eapkarian636
    @eapkarian636 2 месяца назад +100

    Of all the present day Royals, Prince Edward is the one who most reminds me of King George VI.
    Both appearance and personality, caring and self effacing, Prince Edward and wife Sophie
    are a blessing for the Crown.

  • @heatherwarner865
    @heatherwarner865 2 месяца назад +83

    Hope you have the happiest of birthdays Prince Edward.

  • @PussnBoot2516
    @PussnBoot2516 2 месяца назад +103

    Lovely down to earth couple. Happy 60th birthday Prince Edward.

  • @godzooke
    @godzooke 2 месяца назад +52

    This couple is such an asset to the Royal Family; quietly doing their bit and more.

  • @karenkratzer7036
    @karenkratzer7036 2 месяца назад +33

    Ah I loved the tears in his eyes. And Edward being humble like his father is spot on.

  • @linnysau
    @linnysau 2 месяца назад +65

    I was lucky to meet the Duke in the mid 90s. He was making a series of programmes about castles circling London and he was filming at Hertford Castle, where I was working at the time. I held the keys to the basement level and showed him around there. Called me 'Keeper of the Keys'. I also was quite naughty one morning. I kept my two young children from school so they could meet a prince - this was without any permission. One of his team tried to tell me that it probably wasn't possible. However, he happily came over to speak to us. No airs or graces. Just friendly. For this reason, I have always spoke highly of him and wish him the best of birthdays.

    • @comradeleppi2000
      @comradeleppi2000 Месяц назад +5

      I am sure your children had wonderful experience

  • @joannmitchell1314
    @joannmitchell1314 2 месяца назад +80

    Love Sophie and Edward, a loving couple, hard worker’s and love for family, happy 60th Birthday Prince Edward, keep up the great work, God Bless!

  • @user-ie1fu5hc4w
    @user-ie1fu5hc4w 2 месяца назад +17

    No wonder your great Queen loved her so😊

  • @josephlezano7691
    @josephlezano7691 2 месяца назад +179

    Wonderful loving tribute by HRH The Duchess of Edinburgh to her husband HRH The Duke of Edinburgh !❤️🙌👏👏

  • @janetmorales9977
    @janetmorales9977 2 месяца назад +29

    Prince Edward is so sweet and respectful. He is so important to his darling. Happy 60th birthday, Prince Edward 🥳🎂

  • @bobglass8398
    @bobglass8398 2 месяца назад +53

    What a speech by Sophie, class all the way.

  • @AW-pz3qc
    @AW-pz3qc 2 месяца назад +31

    Such a devoted and down-to-earth wife not afraid to share her love for her husband in such a glowing tribute. Hope the birthday party is just as stunning!

  • @mimib95
    @mimib95 2 месяца назад +38

    Oh that’s top 3 beautiful Royal moments right there.

  • @denisecaringer4726
    @denisecaringer4726 2 месяца назад +31

    So sweet.They're a wonderful couple who have raised a wonderful son and daughter. Happy birthday, Prince Edward.

  • @marigoldnonah606
    @marigoldnonah606 2 месяца назад +111

    I watched their engagement interview. When the journalist asked about the ring, HRH Prince Edward said “Diamonds are a girl’s best friend.” And Sophie replied, “But you are my best friend.” ❤❤❤❤❤ Just love this two.❤❤❤

  • @Kari_B61ex
    @Kari_B61ex 2 месяца назад +37

    Just love them both! Happy 60th birthday Prince Edward, Duke of Edinburgh.

  • @user-xy9yi9gz3l
    @user-xy9yi9gz3l 2 месяца назад +22

    Sweet and genuine couple. Such an asset to the British Royal Family.

  • @kimma508
    @kimma508 2 месяца назад +105

    The way the Duchess spoke of her husband brought tears to my eyes. It was a very special moment and spoken truly from her heart.

    • @rockgrove3
      @rockgrove3 2 месяца назад +9

      Very emotional.

  • @larhumba4233
    @larhumba4233 2 месяца назад +55

    What a wonderful speech and her trembling voice brought a tear to my eye. 😢 Happy 60th Prince Edward, you have both come a long way together. ❤💙🌷

  • @Luxie296
    @Luxie296 2 месяца назад +20

    Absolutely LOVE this couple. True dignified Royals.

  • @perlarowland5798
    @perlarowland5798 2 месяца назад +47

    🥳🥳Happy Birthday YRH Prince Edward, Duke of Edinburgh!🥳🥳🥳

  • @olamideogundipe9282
    @olamideogundipe9282 2 месяца назад +93

    That's a beautiful tribute to a lovely husband. Thank you Duchess of Edinburgh putting a smile on the Duke's face. A happy 60th birthday celebration wish in advance from here to Prince Edward.😊🎂🥂🎊❤🙏

  • @lindadeavours3327
    @lindadeavours3327 2 месяца назад +35

    They are a sweet and loving couple. Happy Birthday, Prince Edward the Duke of Edinburg

  • @JJMedusa
    @JJMedusa 2 месяца назад +116

    -- This is so sweet! I hope that Prince Edward has a wonderful upcoming 60th birthday. He is very lucky to have his beautiful wife Sophie. 😊❤️

  • @Memes7804
    @Memes7804 2 месяца назад +21

    Beautiful speech Sophie!And Happy Birthday Edward🎉❤🎉

  • @caronnest4939
    @caronnest4939 2 месяца назад +18

    Lovely ordinary people who connect so easily with members of the public...they are treasuresxxx

  • @Foxytrot-sx2vd
    @Foxytrot-sx2vd 2 месяца назад +24

    Prince Edward was always my favourite. Until Sophie came along. And then Edward AND Sophie were my favourite. Happy Birthday, Prince Edward! God Bless them both and their family.

  • @olympic-gradelurker
    @olympic-gradelurker 2 месяца назад +24

    Many happy birthdays to the Duke of Edinburgh!

  • @Julie-vw5py
    @Julie-vw5py 2 месяца назад +25

    Duchess Sophie looks fabulous ❤. What a lovely tribute to Edward, wonderful couple

  • @patriciaoreilly8907
    @patriciaoreilly8907 2 месяца назад +83

    Lovely natural Royal Couple. Happy birthday Edward 😊

  • @uan2498
    @uan2498 2 месяца назад +88

    Edward is so like his father, the late Duke of Edinburgh

    • @rockgrove3
      @rockgrove3 2 месяца назад +11

      Edward is a much better man.

  • @elizabethdarley8646
    @elizabethdarley8646 2 месяца назад +18

    The family of Prince Edward and the Prince himself come across as genuinely dutiful and loyal. I admire them all.

  • @Marie-nh8gr
    @Marie-nh8gr 2 месяца назад +26

    Such a lovely couple full of respect for each other.... they are a real asset to the Royal family ❤❤❤

  • @jodieholt5092
    @jodieholt5092 2 месяца назад +26

    Happy Birthday Prince Edward and you are an inspiring and beautiful couple

  • @LeeMills-ml9jm
    @LeeMills-ml9jm 2 месяца назад +19

    "Well Done Sophie" and "Well Said". To Prince Edward, The Duke of Edinburgh - HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Sunday.

  • @reinebusson6538
    @reinebusson6538 2 месяца назад +40

    Magnifique discours pleins d amour❤

  • @dalindav
    @dalindav 2 месяца назад +29

    So incredibly sweet.. ❤️

  • @joanhumphrey3096
    @joanhumphrey3096 2 месяца назад +8

    Solid gold, these two. Love it!

    • @joanhumphrey3096
      @joanhumphrey3096 2 месяца назад +1

      I remember the day he was born...the exact moment the announcement on the radio...exactly where I was at that time. Was that 60 years ago? Time certainly does fly! Happy Birthday, Sir.

  • @di942842
    @di942842 2 месяца назад +18

    Awww, Sophie. You made me cry! ❤❤ Happy Birthday Prince Edward!!

  • @Hythyr
    @Hythyr 2 месяца назад +29

    Beautiful.

  • @FraxinusAlba
    @FraxinusAlba 2 месяца назад +19

    Edward and Sophie have always been my favourite royals, ever since Prince Edward officially opened my school back in either ‘08 or ‘09. Very down to earth, funny and I’m glad to have met him.

  • @malcolmpalmer569
    @malcolmpalmer569 2 месяца назад +29

    They're amazing.

  • @J94ML
    @J94ML 2 месяца назад +20

    Pure and beautiful love! They are such a down to earth lovely couple! Such a privilege to see this moment of tenderness and love

  • @TaniaKaT
    @TaniaKaT 2 месяца назад +17

    DucheSs Sophie and Prince Edward do well together. Match made in heaven. 60? Wow 😮 That's perfectlion! A royal couple with no scandal and CHILDISHNESS, like fights and competition with other members and immature behaviour. A couple who is a pure joy to admire. Lotsa love and ☮️ 🦋🖤🦋

  • @farmgirl6866
    @farmgirl6866 2 месяца назад +41

    Another beautiful couple.

  • @shertheunlimited777
    @shertheunlimited777 2 месяца назад +23

    Sophie is an absolute gold. Yes, this is how to do it. Not perfect like the rest of us but graceful and true.

  • @user-ht2pi1cc7v
    @user-ht2pi1cc7v 2 месяца назад +15

    They are just so adorable and down to earth. Love them. They deserve more recognition for their hard work and loyalty.

  • @skeeterm2162
    @skeeterm2162 2 месяца назад +15

    Beautiful video, what a charming and lovely couple the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh are. ❤❤❤🇺🇸

  • @leannejones980
    @leannejones980 2 месяца назад +16

    Looking good Duke and Duchess of EDINBURGH

  • @optimisticgal
    @optimisticgal 2 месяца назад +10

    Beautiful people who represent U.K. So very well. Thank you!

  • @deborahrobben7721
    @deborahrobben7721 2 месяца назад +12

    Happy birthday Edward, Duke of Edinburgh. Have a great day.

  • @patriciamccormack7626Teashee
    @patriciamccormack7626Teashee 2 месяца назад +17

    What a Precious moment 😢❤

  • @Janeac
    @Janeac 2 месяца назад +14

    Oh how sweet. So much love and respect.

  • @kdaniel8721
    @kdaniel8721 2 месяца назад +9

    Edward & Sophie are unsung heroes of the Royal Family. Thank you for all you have done behind the scenes over the years!!

  • @naomiphilippaheredia9038
    @naomiphilippaheredia9038 2 месяца назад +19

    So heartfelt and lovely! She was right to speak the truth about her husband. I feel happy that she did not shy away from saying it in public. They are wonderful and the problems they had in life have just made them even more sympathetic to the needs of others! 💕🙏🏼

  • @kathylaycock2113
    @kathylaycock2113 2 месяца назад +5

    Wow Sophie, you made me shed a few tears, (out of both eyes)
    Lovely heartfelt words.

  • @bettyloohoo77
    @bettyloohoo77 2 месяца назад +7

    💕👍🙏 all the way from 🇨🇦 Canada we love our Royal Family !! Have a wonderful 60th Prince Edward 🙏❤️👍💕

  • @catherinedavidson1661
    @catherinedavidson1661 2 месяца назад +3

    awww. Edward seemed to get teary at the end of the speech. What a beautiful couple!

  • @andreamcgrath8209
    @andreamcgrath8209 2 месяца назад +11

    Happy birthday to The Duke of Edinburgh you are a beautifully family 🙏💖

  • @rogerhall4303
    @rogerhall4303 2 месяца назад +45

    This couple has set the example since day one. A class act! True Royal example. Also Sophie is more beautiful every time you see her, she has discovered the location of the fountain of youth to be sure.

  • @bb6887
    @bb6887 2 месяца назад +5

    That's genuine, God bless them. All the best to the Duke of Edinburgh on his 60th!

  • @redflutterby521
    @redflutterby521 2 месяца назад +10

    Heartfelt and lovely speech and tribute to her husband Prince Edward, the Duke of Edinburgh🥹❤️ you can see how they’re both supportive of each other and that’s genuine love, respect and friendship… Happiest 60th Birthday to his Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh. (Looking forward to another milestone in June, their 25th Wedding Anniversary)❤️

  • @LeeMills-ml9jm
    @LeeMills-ml9jm 2 месяца назад +65

    The three ladies who have married The Senior Members of the Royal Family are a huge credit to their husbands and to our country. The Monarchy is the only institution left in this country of which I am proud. So THANKYOU to HRH Sophie, The Duchess of Edinburgh, HRH Catherine, The Princess of Wales and Her Majesty Queen Camilla. 🇬🇧

    • @user-rh9nl6jz2k
      @user-rh9nl6jz2k 2 месяца назад +7

      Well said 👍🏻👍🏻🇨🇦

    • @jennifergroom7733
      @jennifergroom7733 2 месяца назад +7

      And wishing Prince Edward a wonderful birthday 🎉🎂🎊

    • @susancarolan153
      @susancarolan153 2 месяца назад +10

      And the Princesse Royal, Ann 🎉🐛🦋🧚🥰☮🙏🏻

    • @jennifergroom7733
      @jennifergroom7733 2 месяца назад +7

      @@susancarolan153 Most definitely the Princess Royal, Ann!❤

    • @comradeleppi2000
      @comradeleppi2000 Месяц назад +2

      ​@@susancarolan153she is princess by birth not by marriage. So it's not mentioned here

  • @francesplummer1157
    @francesplummer1157 2 месяца назад +2

    Have a lovely birthday 60th prince Edward. You and Sophie are the best Royals. So happy together and only one of the queens children to stay married. You should be so proud and you have lovely children too

  • @SharynCollins-gi1le
    @SharynCollins-gi1le 2 месяца назад +6

    What an absolutely sweet man. God bless him and Sophie and his immediate family.❤❤❤❤ happy 60th birthday and many many more and keep that love going

  • @millie7335
    @millie7335 2 месяца назад +4

    Well done Sophie and Edward 👏.
    Happy birthday Edward 🎈🎂🎁🍾🥳

  • @johnsonrhythm3166
    @johnsonrhythm3166 2 месяца назад +4

    I love Edward and Sophie so much ❤️😍 , they're easily My favorite royal couple 🤩.

    • @bexuk1825
      @bexuk1825 Месяц назад +1

      Same here. Sadly our media over here in UK don’t show enough coverage or appreciation for Edward & Sophie. They’ve had 1 of the longest relationships/marriages in royal family, they don’t create drama, they don’t attention seek, and they appear to be humble, live in reality, understand reality, and most importantly respect the crown & sovereign

  • @orangewedges
    @orangewedges 2 месяца назад +8

    Love seeing coverage of the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh!

  • @isobelcarson6096
    @isobelcarson6096 2 месяца назад +8

    I love Edward and Sophie

  • @patrickharris5903
    @patrickharris5903 2 месяца назад +7

    lovely couple.

  • @MuttieRo
    @MuttieRo 2 месяца назад +11

    Happy 60th Birthday Prince Edward

  • @British27
    @British27 2 месяца назад +15

    Beautiful couple ❤

  • @markaudley-thewles5920
    @markaudley-thewles5920 2 месяца назад +9

    Really touching and genuine❤

  • @pusbanton
    @pusbanton 2 месяца назад +4

    Wonderful speech by the Duchess!

  • @vernelledouglas1801
    @vernelledouglas1801 2 месяца назад +6

    So sweet. Hope they continue like this throughout their lives.

  • @junecaffyn357
    @junecaffyn357 2 месяца назад +2

    What a sweet tribute from Sophie - lovely couple and they do not get enough praise for all their hard work that they do so quietly - I respect and admire them very much

  • @pikedagger
    @pikedagger 2 месяца назад +2

    I love the humility of this couple!

  • @janebrowne8589
    @janebrowne8589 2 месяца назад +4

    Absolutely lovely! We need to see more of them. Adore Sophie.

  • @HerEsanElegance
    @HerEsanElegance 2 месяца назад +6

    Exquisite tribute by Duchess Sophie, incredibly moving and profound. 💕

  • @gissyb1
    @gissyb1 2 месяца назад +9

    Edward went to Higg School in New Zealand. Gave him some freedom & creativity

  • @user-ec7lo3io7x
    @user-ec7lo3io7x 2 месяца назад +6

    A wonderful couple

  • @louiesmom7394
    @louiesmom7394 2 месяца назад +5

    They are equally lovely and seem like fun loving and friendly 💕
    Happy 60th birthday 🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @nafeesaebrahim1936
    @nafeesaebrahim1936 2 месяца назад +4

    Beautiful humble couple❤.......what a lovely tribute❤.....Happy 60th Birthday Prince Edward Birthday🥳 🎉 🎈

  • @puppy1584
    @puppy1584 2 месяца назад +2

    That was lovely to see and hear! 🇬🇧