Diana, Princess of Wales, who was born as Diana Frances Spencer on 1 July 1961 and passed away on 31 August 1997, belonged to the British royal family. She was Charles III's initial spouse and the mother of Princes William and Harry. Her international fame was a result of her activism and glamour, making her an enduringly popular icon.

Diana was born in the British aristocracy and spent her childhood near the royal family, residing at Park House on their Sandringham estate. In 1981, while employed as a teacher's aide at a nursery, she got engaged to Charles, the oldest son of Elizabeth II. Their marriage occurred at St Paul's Cathedral in July 1981, resulting in her becoming Princess of Wales, a position that was well-received by the public.

The couple's two sons, William and Harry, were second and third in line to the British throne. Diana and Charles had a troubled marriage because they were not well-matched and had affairs outside of their marriage. In 1992, they went their separate ways shortly after their relationship falling apart became known to the public. Their marriage problems were well-known, and they separated officially in 1996.

During her time as Princess of Wales, Diana carried out official duties for the Queen and attended events on her behalf in various Commonwealth countries. Her unconventional way of doing charity work was praised in the media. Initially focused on children and the elderly, her patronages later expanded to include campaigns for changing social perceptions of AIDS patients and clearing landmines, supported by the International Red Cross.

She also promoted understanding and campaigned for support for individuals impacted by cancer and mental health issues. Diana was first known for her timidity, but her charm and warmth made her popular with the public and helped her image endure despite her marriage falling apart in front of the public eye. Seen as attractive in photos, she is seen as a style symbol of the 1980s and 1990s.

Diana died in a car accident in Paris in August 1997, causing widespread public grief and worldwide media coverage. A verdict of unlawful killing was reached after Operation Paget, a Metropolitan Police investigation, concluded an inquest. The impact she left behind has been substantial on both the royal family and British society.

Firefighter Sergeant Xavier Gourmelon, who was present at the scene, revealed that Princess Diana's final words were, "My God, what has occurred?" Princess Diana suffered a cardiac arrest after being pulled from the car wreckage. First responders administered CPR and transported her to a hospital.

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