The Life and Death of Princess Diana

Dateline NBC

  • Dec 23, 2020
  • 1:20:51
  • Full Episode
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More than two decades since the tragic death of Princess Diana, Dateline reveals new insights into the real story of the very private royal, including a look at Diana’s troubled marriage, her turbulent life in the royal family and the investigation into her death. With the rise in popularity of The Crown, Andrea Canning reports on how much of it is true and what was really happening behind the palace gates.

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Brief Summary

Dateline examines Princess Diana's life, her struggles with the monarchy, and the circumstances of her tragic death in Paris.

Key points

  • Diana's Tragic Death. Breaking news coverage reveals the tragic fate of Princess Diana on that fateful night.
  • Diana's Unhappy Childhood. Diana's childhood was marked by neglect and a search for love.
  • The Royal Wedding. Diana's wedding to Charles was a spectacle, but hidden tensions loomed.
  • Diana's Star Power. Diana quickly became a beloved figure, overshadowing her royal duties.
  • Diana's Struggle with Bulimia. Diana's battle with bulimia was a consequence of her royal life, revealing the pressures she faced.
  • The Infamous Taj Mahal Photo. Diana's solitary photo at the Taj Mahal became a symbol of her unhappy marriage.

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