Read Buckingham Palace's statement on Prince Philip's death at 99

• Prince Philip died Friday at the age of 99.
• Buckingham Palace said in a statement that he died "peacefully this morning at Windsor Castle."
• Prince Philip was the husband of Queen Elizabeth II.

Prince Philip, the husband of Queen Elizabeth II, has died at the age of 99.

Buckingham Palace said in a statement Friday:

"It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen announces 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.

"Further announcements will made in due course.

"The Royal Family join with people around the world in mourning his loss."