On May 24th, 2001 a concert took place in the Royal Albert Hall in London to mark the 80th Birthday of Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, which is on June 10th.
Among many other artists, Dame Shirley Bassey appeared, and performed three songs.
It was also the 45th anniversary of the Duke of Edinburgh Awards from which more than three million young people in the UK have benefited up to now.
Shirley Bassey was introduced by former Scary Spice Girl, Mel B and opened with
Goldfinger, then sang
Something and then before performing
Big Spender, she wished His Royal Highness a Happy Birthday and said how honoured she was to be asked to perform at tonight's double birthday celebrations. She then warned that this next number is a teeny bit cheeky, apologised to Prince Philip, and said he may wish to cover his eyes during the cheeky bit.
You could see him smiling and sitting on the edge of his seat, both hands clasped over half his face.
After the evenings biggest applause Shirley led the line-up in singing Happy Birthday to Prince Philip.
He walked onto the stage towards her, both arms outstretched and kissed her on the cheek as she curtseyed to him.
The Times newspaper commented: How many men of 80 can still charm the ladies, be they Shirley Bassey laughing uproariously at his private jokes, or Penny Romsey riding regular shotgun on his carriage-driving excursions?
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Prince Philip was all smiles at the Royal Albert Hall in London, the venue for a glittering party to honour the 45th anniversary of his Duke of Edinburgh's Award scheme and also his 80th birthday. Guests included pop band
Hear' Say, who laughed and joked with the prince, waving a microphone at him in an attempt to interview him! Singing sensation Dame Shirley Bassey, who looked radiant in a floor-length shimmering gown, roared with laughter as she chatted to Prince Philip, before posing alongside him for a series of photos.
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Thank you to Gordon for providing the following
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