Celebrities and public figures pay tribute to Prince Philip upon the royal's death

The former presenter of "Good Morning Britain," Piers Morgan, tweeted: "A truly great Briton who dedicated his life to selfless public duty & was an absolute rock of devoted support to Her Majesty, The Queen, as the longest-serving royal consort to any British sovereign. A very sad day for our country. Thank you, Sir."

Morgan's former colleague, Susanna Reid, who still presents "Good Morning Britain," tweeted: "Sad news about the death of the Duke of Edinburgh. Such a huge loss for the Queen and his family. His has been her constant, steadfast support."

Leader of the UK's opposition Labour party, Keir Starmer, said: "The United Kingdom has lost an extraordinary public servant in Prince Philip."

"Prince Philip dedicated his life to our country — from a distinguished career in the Royal Navy during the Second World War to his decades of service as the Duke of Edinburgh."

"However, he will be remembered most of all for his extraordinary commitment and devotion to The Queen. For more than seven decades, he has been at her side."

"Their marriage has been a symbol of strength, stability and hope, even as the world around them changed - most recently during the pandemic. It was a partnership that inspired millions in Britain and beyond."

Nicola Sturgeon tweeted: "I am saddened by news that the Duke of Edinburgh has died. I send my personal and deepest condolences — and those of @scotgov and the people of Scotland — to Her Majesty The Queen and her family."

The Virgin Group founder, Sir Richard Branson, tweeted: "Rest in peace Prince Philip. A lifetime of public service. My thoughts are with the Queen and all of the Royal Family."

Football reporter Alasdair Gold, who covers Tottenham for Football London, tweeted that José Mourinho stopped midway through a press conference to express his condolences to the Royal Family.

According to Gold, Mourinho said: "Sorry I just read some sad news about Prince Philip. I want to express my condolences to the royal family. To be very honest, I have a deep deep deep respect for the royal family. All my condolences. It's not just this country sharing this feeling."

Geri Halliwell, who made up one-fifth of iconic pop group Spice Girls tweeted: "Thinking of Her Majesty the Queen and the Royal Family at this time x."

"Match of the Day" presenter Gary Lineker, who played for Leicester, Tottenham, and Barcelona, tweeted: "Sorry to hear that Prince Philip has passed away. Served this country over many, many decades. Sincerest condolences to Her Majesty, The Queen and The Royal Family. RIP Prince Philip."

George Takei, who starred as Hikaru Sulu in "Star Trek," tweeted: "My heartfelt condolences to the royal family in this time of grief, and especially to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, who has spent a lifetime by her Prince Phillip."

Singer and songwriter Ronan Keating recalled meeting Prince Philip, calling the experience an 'honor.'

Keating tweeted: "A great honour to have met you Sir. You lived a full life a good life. My thoughts are with the people that are left behind. May you rest in peace."