The late Queen once showcased her brilliant sense of humour in a hilarious joke to her husband, Prince Philip.

Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip were known for their longevity and popularity as monarch and consort of the U.K. But did you know that they were actually related before they got married? Read on to find out their relation and learn how they descend from two famous common royal ancestors.

Lord Foster's winning design includes memories of Prince Philip and a bridge in the shape of a tiara.