June 10, 2021 is a bittersweet day for Queen Elizabeth II.

For the past 70 years, the Queen would celebrate her husband’s birthday together and by his side.

When the Queen received the rose the week prior, she said, “It looks lovely.”

Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip smiling

She also called the creation of the stunning double-flower rose, “very kind.”

On her late husband’s actual birthday, the Queen is marking the occasion with no fanfare at all.

And quietly is how she will spend the late Duke of Edinburgh’s birthday.

Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip waving

According toPeople, a royal source says she will spend the day “privately.”

Despite the day being a private one, the Queen will not be alone.

She will have family around her as they all remember the Prince.

He also spoke ofQueen Elizabeth and Prince Philip’s relationshipand dedication to one another.

“He took very seriously his role as a support for the Queen as monarch.”