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How Meghan Markle Reacted as a Child to Harry’s Letter on Diana’s 'Royal Coffin'
Meghan Markle, who at the time was just 15, was among the many who were deeply impacted by Diana's death.
Diana’s Letter Hints Her Death May Have Involved Foul Play: ‘My Husband is Planning an Accident’
Princess Diana, also known as 'People's Princess,' tragically lost her life on August 31, 1997, in a Paris tunnel.
Princess Diana’s Former Trainer Shares the Sad Truth Behind Why She Repeated Outfits
As a single picture fetched thousands at the time, Diana found an ingenious idea to deal with intrusive paparazzi.
Prince Harry Reveals the Unusual Item That Helped Him Process Mom Diana’s Death: 'I Took a Deep Sniff'
When Princess Diana passed in August 1997, 12-year-old Harry started going to therapy to cope with the grief.
Princess Diana Wanted to Make It Big in Hollywood After Her Divorce From Prince Charles: Author
Diana was planning to move into actress Julie Andrew's old Malibu mansion with her boys after her divorce.
Aussie Man Claiming to be Charles and Camilla's 'Secret Lovechild' Demands Paternity Test
A British-born man living in Australia has pursued legal action and demanded a paternity test, noting the striking facial features he shares with Charles.
Meghan Markle’s 'Flirty' Exchanges With William Allegedly Strained His Relationship with Harry
William reportedly was uncomfortable with Markle's informal practice of hugging him whenever they met.
Resurfaced Photos of Diana and Charles Have People Pointing Out How She Kept 'Massaging' His Ego
As royal watchers continue to revisit old photos of the pair, they noticed a rather odd detail — Diana always stood slightly lower than Charles.
Prince Harry Says He Knows Why Mom Diana Was Brutally 'Chased to Her Death': 'They're Not Gonna Stop'
Harry, who was just 12 when Diana passed away, believed for the longest time that his mom was just hiding from the paparazzi.
William’s Sweet Reply to Boy Who Asked if He’s the King Has Fans Convinced Diana Would've Been 'Proud'
William, who, much like his mom, Princess Diana, is good with children, gave a cool, composed response when the kid asked if he was the King.
Princess Diana Hoped to Marry a Wealthy New York Businessman and Become America’s First Lady: Butler
Paul Burrell, her butler, claims that while it sounds unrealistic, it was quite possible given Diana's charm and the many billionaires who pursued her.
Prince Philip's True Feelings Toward Diana Revealed in Rare Private Letters: 'We Do Not Approve'
Philip, having married into the royal family in 1947 when the institution was even more rigid, knew what it was like to be an outsider and understood Diana.
Resurfaced Video Shows William Dancing With Models While Away From Kate and the Kids on Boys' Trip
The media slandered William, as at the time, he was already criticized for being 'work-shy,' despite being the future king-to-be.
Princess Diana Had a Closed Casket During Her Funeral — And The Reason Is Truly Tragic
“There was a huge amount of silence,” Prince Harry once said about his mother, Princess Diana’s, funeral ceremony.
Meghan Markle Dumped Her 'Loyal' Friends After Moving to the US — Experts Say It Wasn't Just 'Envy'
The 'Suits' actress was previously close with the Beckhams, Piers Morgan, Millie Mackintosh, Jessica Mulroney, and childhood friend Ninaki Priddy.
Meghan Markle Laughs Off Unsettling Comments from TV Host About Her Body — Royal Fans Left ‘Horrified’
A social media user slammed the talk show host, saying, "I'm horrified. The poor girl had to endure his advances the entire interview."
Kate Middleton Looks Almost Unrecognizable With Bright Blonde Hair in Her Childhood Photo
Middleton, after stepping into royal life, has barely changed her hairstyles in the last 14 years. As such, the old picture has taken the internet by storm.
Russell Brand Brags About 'Planting One' on Meghan Markle in Unearthed Clip: 'I Was Still Out Of It'
Russell Brand once bragged about sharing an on-screen kiss with Meghan Markle, long before she became the Duchess of Sussex.
Queen Elizabeth Snapped and Forced Charles to Divorce Diana, Says Former Butler
Princess Diana had planned to stay legally married to Charles for the sake of her sons, Prince William and Prince Harry, had it not been for the Queen.
Diana's Chef Reveals the Bizarre Cake She Gave William on His 13th Birthday: 'He Went Bright Red'
William, who was undoubtedly caught off guard, reacted as any teenager might, the chef revealed.