Diana, Princess of Wales

Diana was born in England in 1961. She married Prince Charles in 1981 and became a princess. She had two sons named William and Harry. She was famous for her charity work and her big heart.

Royal Life

Diana's wedding was watched by about 750 million people on TV. It was called the wedding of the century. She became one of the most photographed women in the world. Wherever she went, people wanted to meet her.

Princess Diana giving a speech at a Red Cross event.
Princess Diana giving a speech at a Red Cross event. (John Mathew Smith & www.celebrity-photos.com from Laurel Maryland, USA (Archived link) / Wikimedia Commons)

Helping People

Diana cared deeply about people who were sick or poor. She visited hospitals to hug people with AIDS, even when others were afraid. She walked through fields to help get rid of dangerous landmines. She used her fame to help good causes.

Fun Facts

  • Before she was a princess, Diana worked at a nursery school.
  • She was called the People's Princess because of her kindness.
  • Her son William is now next in line to be king of England.

Did You Know?

Diana sadly died in a car crash in Paris in 1997. Millions of people around the world cried for her.