Picture gallery: Prince Philip at 80

The Duke of Edinburgh is celebrating his 80th birthday.

The Queen's constant companion, Prince Philip has never been awarded the official title of Queen's Consort but has played his part in one of the world's best-known marriages. BBC News Online recalls a lifetime of public service.

Princess Elizabeth married Prince Philip in November 1947

An early television interview on Panorama with Richard Dimbleby

On ceremony: Prince Phillip at the Trooping of the Colour

Prince Philip walks behind the coffin of Diana, Princess of Wales, on route to Westminster Abbey for her funeral service.

A supporter of the arts, Prince Phillip meets the cast of Chicago

Prince Phillip enjoys a beer during a tour of Boags brewery in Australia

A cricket fan, Prince Philip meets members of England's under 15 cricket team

Prince Phillip meets members of Hear'Say at a concert to mark his 80th birthday