Prince William Recalls Learning Of Princess Diana’s Death As A ‘Painful Memory’

Prince William is reflecting on Princess Diana’s death, and recalls the painful memory of learning of his mother’s death. Diana died in a car crash in 1997 while being pursued by paparazzi. “Along with listening this week, there is something I do want to tell you,” William said while speaking at the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland as part of his royal tour of the country.

“Scotland is incredibly important to me and will always have a special place in my heart. I’ve been coming to Scotland since I was a small boy. As I grew up, I saw how my grandmother [Queen Elizabeth II] relishes every minute she spends here. And my father [Prince Charles] is never happier than when walking among the hills.”

Prince William remembers when he learned of Princess Diana’s death

He continues, “I was in Balmoral when I was told that my mother had died. Still in shock, I found sanctuary in the service at Crathie Kirk that very morning,” William shared “And in the dark days of grief that followed, I found comfort and solace in the Scottish outdoors. As a result, the connection I feel to Scotland will forever run deep.”

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