Princess Diana was big on providing ‘sense of normalness’ for her sons

Princess Diana wanted to give her sons a normal childhood before her death

By Eleen Bukhari
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March 30, 2026

Princess Diana wanted to give a normal life to both her sons, it is the revealed.

The former Princess of Wales, who passed away in 1997, wished both Prince William and Prince Harry, were not deprived of the innocence of their childhood.

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Writing in his book, William and Catherine: The Monarchy's New Era: The Inside Story, royal expert Russell Myers explained: "Diana smothered the boys with affection, equipping them with her sense of humor, her appetite for fun, and her appreciation for the privilege she enjoyed—the qualities that she became renowned for throughout the world.”

Myers shared: "Diana believed this sense of normalness, no matter how small the gestures, would equip these boys for what lay ahead when they became central figures within the institution."

Eleen Bukhari
Eleen Bukhari is a London-based journalist and MSc graduate from Brunel University with over five years of experience. Specialising in the British Royal Family and global entertainment, she provides expert analysis of monarchy traditions, celebrity culture, and the evolving media narratives surrounding the world’s most high-profile figures.
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