Not to be outdone, Grampa Philip would like you to see his 91-year-old crotchjunk.

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And that face says not a single fuck was given on this day.

12:32 pm  •  5 September 2012  •   Let's talk about what you think.
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Look at these old people.  So precious!  

Anyway, Prince Philip—consort to Queen Elizabeth II—is turning 90 this summer.  Congrats to him, but it made me think: why is he a prince and not a king since he’s married to the Queen of England?

So here’s your random fact for the day: 

In the British monarchy, the husband of a female monarch does not have any recognized special status, rank, or privileges. In actual fact Prince Philip does play a major role in royal affairs, but this is not recognized in terms of his title. Interestingly enough, the wife of a male monarch (e.g. the Queen Mother was the wife of King George VI) takes on her husband’s rank and style upon marrying, becoming Queen.

Oooo sexism in the monarchy!  For shame.

4:36 pm  •  12 April 2011  •   Let's talk about what you think.
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