Princess Diana

Princess

Birthday July 1, 1961

Birth Sign Cancer

Birthplace Sandringham, England

DEATH DATE Aug 31, 1997 (36)

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About

Officially known as Diana, Princess of Wales, she married King Charles III while he was still the heir to the throne of 16 Commonwealth realms. She became an international icon for her beauty and her work with charities. Her death, which was reportedly caused by her driver's drunkenness, sparked widespread media attention and conspiracy theories.

Before Fame

She grew up in a strained house because of the pressure to have a son that would carry on the Spencer name. 

Trivia

Elton John sang "Candle in the Wind" at her funeral and the recording of this rendition became the best selling single of all time. 

Family Life

She is the mother of Prince William, Duke of Cambridge and Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex.

Associated With

King Charles III had an affair with Camilla Parker-Bowles while Charles and Diana were married.