A picture is worth a thousand words and sometimes captures the essence of a moment more than the most perfect prose. The royal story is filled with images that tell a tale all of their own. In this occasional series, Royal Central looks at some of the best known pictures in regal history and today we rewind almost four decades to a very famous debut in London.
The picture – June 22nd 1982…
Congratulations Emma on landing the Diana role, if you need to do some research we recommend you head to True Royalty!
13th April 2019
We know who will play Diana! Lady Diana Spencer will be performed by newcomer Emma Corrin in season four, according to a press release from Netflix.
Well, Emma, since you will no doubt be diving into research for your new role, we have a great suggestion – True…
Diana and Anne's relationship in spotlight as new TV show examines claims they didn't get along
5th February 2019
The relationship between Diana, Princess of Wales and the Princess Royal is in the spotlight again as a new series of programmes focused on the Queen’s family airs. The bond, or lack of one, between the two women was often discussed in the years before Diana’s death and…
Dame Barbara Cartland and The Royal Family
19th December 2018
English novelist Dame Barbara Cartland was one of the most prolific and commercially successful writers of the twentieth century, publishing 723 novels before her death in May 2000. Known as the ‘Queen of Romance’, Ms Cartland had a little-known royal connection to Her Majesty the Queen – the author was step-grandmother to Diana, Princess of Wales.
Ms Cartland’s daughter, Raine, married…
The life of Diana, Princess of Wales was never far removed from royalty even before she married into the House of Windsor. A member of the influential Spencer family, she counted King Edward III, King Henry VII and King Charles II among her ancestors while she’d been named…
The Wedding Dress of Diana, Princess of Wales
14th May 2018
It is perhaps the most famous royal wedding dress of them all. The gown worn by Lady Diana Spencer for her marriage to Prince Charles, Prince of Wales on July 29th, 1981 at St Paul’s Cathedral has its special place in royal history. Designed by David and Elizabeth…
Convertible Audi belonging to the late Diana, Princess of Wales to be auctioned for £62,000
3rd May 2018
The family car, which was used by Diana, Princess of Wales’ to ferry a young Prince William and Harry around, has been put up for sale at £62,000 after it failed to sell at auction last year.
Diana, Princess of Wales’ was the owner of the vehicle in 1994, after her divorce from Prince Charles, and racked up around 4,000 miles in it before she returned it in July the same year.
But…
Diana, Princess of Wales's letter to AIDS victim up for auction
21st February 2018
In a few days time, Henry Aldridge & Son will be auctioning letters off sent by the late Diana, Princess of Wales.
The three letters show off the compassion that Diana’s legacy is made of.
The letters are from both Diana and her lady-in-waiting to a friend of…
Book review: Diana Survivor
22nd September 2017
The last few months have seen the publication of many books and articles and airing of lots of TV shows about Diana, Princess of Wales who died twenty years ago this past August. These shows and articles usually examine Diana’s final days and explain what effect her death…
Diana’s daring “revenge dress” goes on display in Ireland
8th August 2017
The Museum of Style icons at Newbridge Silverware, near Dublin in Ireland, is currently hosting an exhibition which will excite any Diana enthusiast. The exhibition is called Diana- a fashion legacy and is showcasing a selection of clothing previously owned by the former Princess who died twenty years ago this year.
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