Though decades have passed since her death, Princess Diana remains deeply missed worldwide. Her sudden passing in 1997 shocked the globe, and her funeral remains among the most-watched broadcasts in history.
Diana’s time in the Royal Family was turbulent. Her marriage to Charles was strained by mutual infidelities and intense public scrutiny. Despite this, Diana openly shared her struggles and feelings about royal life.
Recently, two personal letters from Diana sold at auction for $169,663. Written during her painful divorce, the letters reveal her emotional exhaustion, fears of being monitored, and desperate longing for support. In one letter, she described being “on [her] knees” from the stress.
Diana’s friendship with Susie and Tarek Kassem offered her rare comfort. She expressed gratitude for their support during Christmas 1995 and lamented the lack of similar warmth from the Royal Family.
Diana’s death in a Paris car crash was declared accidental, but conspiracy theories persist. A letter to her butler, Paul Burrell, warned of a potential plot involving brake failure—fueling speculation she feared for her life.
Burrell, once close to Diana, later fell out with her sons after releasing a tell-all book. Prince Harry accused him of exploiting Diana’s memory, calling it a betrayal.
In May, two cheeky greeting cards from Diana to King Constantine II of Greece surfaced at auction, revealing her playful side. The risqué humor surprised many, showcasing a lesser-known facet of the beloved “People’s Princess.”