He has called her “an absolutely brilliant rock”, while she describes him as “my best friend”. And, as the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh prepare to celebrate 25 years of marriage, it seems their bond is stronger than ever.
Until now, their relationship has played out largely under the radar, but over the past few weeks, both Prince Edward and Sophie have given a rare insight into a royal love story that began more than three decades ago.
“She’s been an absolutely brilliant rock,
