When was Princess Diana born and when did they die?

Princess Diana was born in 1961 and died in 1997, living to about 36 years old.

Who was alive at the same time as Princess Diana?

Princess Diana's closest contemporary was Bob Hope, with whom they shared 36 years of overlapping lifetimes. Explore more contemporaries on Timeliner.

Princess Diana

Q: What was Princess Diana known for?

Princess Diana was known for: People's Princess, humanitarian. Diana, Princess of Wales was a member of the British royal family. She was the first wife of Charles III and mother of Princes William and Harry. Her activism and glamour made her an international icon and earned her enduring popularity.

1961 – 1997

Activism & Social Change

Diana, Princess of Wales was a member of the British royal family. She was the first wife of Charles III and mother of Princes William and Harry. Her activism and glamour made her an international icon and earned her enduring popularity.