Early Life and Meeting
Prince Charles, heir to the British throne, met Lady Diana Spencer in 1981. Their introduction was arranged within royal circles, and the couple quickly became a focus of intense public interest.
Marriage and Public Life
Charles and Diana married at St Paul’s Cathedral in London on 29 July 1981. The event drew a global audience and made Diana one of the most photographed women in the world. They later had two sons, Prince William and Prince Harry.
Separation, Divorce, and Legacy
The couple separated in 1992 and divorced in 1996. Diana continued charitable work until her death in 1997. Their story remains a widely studied example of modern monarchy and media influence, as noted by the BBC.
