Prince Edward is emerging as one of the royal family's most instrumental members in the absence of King Charles, Prince William and Kate, Princess of Wales.
According to The Telegraph, the 60-year-old has taken on an extended list of duties since the king’s illness, which was announced in January. Both Charles and Kate are currently receiving treatment for their unspecified cancer diagnoses, while William is taking time out of his official duties to support his wife and be a reassuring influence for their three children, Prince George , Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis .
Edward in his role as Royal Colonel, watches army reservists from the London Regiment undergo training at Standford Training Area in 2013 in Thetford, England. birthday on 10 March, his wife of 25 years, Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, sung his praises and paid tribute to his commitment to his royal duties.