British Royals

Kristen Stewart's Diana biopic to screen at Venice Film Festival

The upcoming biopic set amidst the Wars of the Waleses in the early ‘90s is set to screen at the prestigious Venice Film Festival in September. Spencer, a film that details a chapter in the life of Diana, Princess of Wales, as her marriage to Prince Charles breaks down, has been a highly-anticipated production since its announcement. Kristen Stewart, an American actress, best known for her…
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British Royals

A select gathering witness unveiling of new tribute to Diana

It was a poignant moment in Kensington Palace’s Sunken Garden when the statue of Diana, Princess of Wales was finally unveiled to the public. Along with Princes William and Harry, a small group of other people was chosen to witness the historic occasion, which took place on what would have been her 60th birthday. Representing the Spencer family were Diana’s siblings Lady Jane…
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The birthplace of Diana, Princess of Wales

It’s the place where one of the most famous royal stories of the 20th century began. Park House, on the Sandringham Estate, was the birthplace of Diana, Princess of Wales. Diana was born there on July 1st 1961. Her parents, then Viscount and Viscountess Althorp, leased the property which sits near the main royal residence at Sandringham. They were also close to the Royal Family and Diana…
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Diana, 60 Years: Diana's favourite home? Kensington Palace's part in the life of a princess

As we continue to explore the many facets of Diana, Princess of Wales’s life, let’s take a look at her residence, Kensington Palace, and how it became entwined with her public image. Kensington Palace has been an official residence of the British Royal Family dating back to the 17th century and has housed monarchs including Queen Victoria, as well as other famous royals including Princess…
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