“You Should’ve Heard Them Sing…” — In a dimly lit room far from palace walls and public eyes, something unforgettable unfolded. Princes William and Harry, estranged by years of distance and duty, reunited for the first and only time this year—not for diplomacy, but for love. It was their mother’s 63rd birthday, and they chose to honor her not with speeches or ceremony, but with something far more personal: silence, song, and memory. Inside a quiet London hotel suite, with only a piano and a flickering candle between them, the brothers shared stories, laughter, and finally, a trembling duet of the song they once sang for Diana as children. Staff standing nearby were said to be frozen by emotion—some sobbing silently—as the future king and his brother, stripped of status, became only sons again. When the final note faded, Harry turned to William and whispered, “She would’ve loved this,” to which William replied, “She never left.” And in that moment, every heart in the room broke—and began to heal.

Remembering Princess Diana on What Would Have Been Her 64th Birthday

Born on July 1, 1961, Princess Diana captivated the world not just as royalty, but as a symbol of compassion, courage, and humanity. Crowned by the people as “The People’s Princess,” her legacy has only deepened since her untimely passing in 1997. And now, on what would have been her 64th birthday, we look back on why her light continues to shine so brightly—through her sons, their families, and the millions she inspired around the world.

A Heart That Moved Nations
Diana was never content to be just a figurehead. Her life’s work extended far beyond the palace gates—whether it was hugging HIV patients when the world still clung to fear, walking through active landmine fields to demand change, or holding the hand of a leprosy patient society had cast aside.

On her final birthday in 1997, she attended a London charity gala, warmly greeting fans who brought cards and gifts. It was a fitting farewell—a woman whose final public act was one of giving and connection.

Today, The Diana Award continues her mission by empowering young changemakers around the world with programs designed to unlock their potential and encourage service.

A Legacy Continued Through Family
Though Diana passed when Prince William and Prince Harry were just 15 and 12, her impact on them remains profound. Both sons have continued her legacy in their own ways, often referencing her influence in their public work and private lives.

In 2021, on what would have been her 60th birthday, William and Harry reunited to unveil a statue of their mother in the Sunken Garden at Kensington Palace—one of her favorite places. The statue depicts Diana surrounded by children, representing the universality of her humanitarian spirit.

“We remember her love, strength, and character – qualities that made her a force for good around the world,” they said in a rare joint statement.

Her influence can also be seen in the engagement rings both sons gave their wives, crafted using Diana’s jewelry—a tribute to the woman who taught them to lead with love.