As King Charles continues his battle with can.cer, reports suggest he has embraced one of Prince Philip’s most well-known qualities—his straightforward and pragmatic nature.
Philip, known for favoring action over words, often took a direct approach that, while occasionally contentious, significantly shaped his leadership style.
The late Duke of Edinburgh valued efficiency and common sense. According to media reports, he had little patience when officials, courtiers, or family members made matters more complicated than necessary. His philosophy was best captured in his famous phrase: “Just get on with it.”
King Charles may have drawn inspiration from his father’s no-nonsense mindset, fully immersing himself in his duties despite his health challenges. She wrote, “Perhaps the words of his late father, Prince Philip, have resonated with him the most. The ‘no fuss’ royal frequently reminded his children to ‘just get on with it,’ and his eldest son has clearly adopted that resilient attitude since his can.cer diagnosis last February.”
When Queen Elizabeth II ascended the throne in 1952 at the age of 25, Prince Philip stepped into the role of royal consort, a position he held for nearly seven decades.
One of his most significant contributions to the monarchy was the creation of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award in 1956, a program designed to help young people build essential life skills, confidence, and resilience.
Philip pass:ed away on April 9, 2021, at Windsor Castle at the age of 99. He was laid to rest at St. George’s Chapel, but his influence endures through his family and the numerous initiatives he championed.
Meanwhile, King Charles recently required hospital observation on March 27 after experiencing temporary side effects from his ongoing can.cer treatment, according to Buckingham Palace. Despite this minor issue, sources reassured that it was “just a small hurdle in a journey that is largely moving in the right direction.”
Despite his health struggles, the 76-year-old monarch has maintained a full schedule, including hosting a media reception, supporting Queen Camilla at the launch of her Reading Room Medal, and attending a soil exhibition. In addition, he and Queen Camilla are preparing for a historic state visit to Italy in the coming days.
