Why Bette Midler's Tribute To Prince Philip Has People Upset

As Britons and people around the world mourn the death of Prince Philip, who died on April 9, 2021, Bette Midler has come under fire for her tribute. 

Taking to Twitter to share her memories of the Duke of Edinburgh, the Hocus Pocus star wrote, "To me, #PrincePhilip was a Rock star. I only saw him once and they had to hold me back, kinda like when I heard #PaulMcCartney at the Garden...I lost it. And what a marriage. We know nothing of it except that it was long and loyal. Rest In Peace." 

Skid Row member Sebastian Bach was one of the first people to comment about the seemingly sweet message. The "Temptation" singer wrote, "Prince Philip was a Rock Star? what does that even mean [crying laughing emoji] We know exactly what that means."  The heavy metal singer's fans were also in agreed with his confusion. One fan quipped, "Bette got confused with the real 'Prince' maybe."

However, it wasn't all negative. One user attempted to give the tribute a clearer explanation, writing, "She means that when she saw him in person he inspired the awe that one experiences when seeing a real rock star."

Tributes for Prince Philip poured in from celebrities

Among other celebrities who shared touching words for the late Prince Philip was United Kingdom native David Beckham. 

The professional soccer player took to Instagram to share his thoughts, writing, "My thoughts and sympathies go to Her Majesty The Queen and the Royal Family as we join them to mourn the loss of Prince Philip. A public figure to the world but first a loving husband, father and grandfather. Today is a day to remember his life and incredible service to Britain and around the world. Rest In Peace Your Highness."

 Fellow Brit Catherine Zeta-Jones also took to Instagram to pay her respect. The Entrapment actress wrote, "R.I.P. Your Royal Highness Prince Philip, thank you for your unwavering commitment to our Queen and Country."

According to BBC, Prince Philip's funeral will take place at St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle on April 17, 2021 at 15:00 BST. Due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the service is expected to hold a maximum of 30 people. Though this is a far cry from what the attendance would have been under different circumstances, it's reported that Prince Philip requested for his funeral to be of "minimal fuss."