Princess Diana, beloved as the “People’s Princess,” sadly never met her grandchildren. Prince William and Kate Middleton are raising their three children—Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis—in the UK, while Prince Harry and Meghan Markle live in the US with their kids, Archie and Lilibet.
Although Diana passed away in 1997, her memory continues to live on through her family. Many royal fans have observed uncanny resemblances between Diana and her grandchildren, particularly in their gestures and expressions. Prince William has made it a point to ensure that his children know about their late grandmother.
Diana died in a tragic car crash in Paris when William and Harry were still in their teens. Despite the decades that have passed, her legacy remains deeply cherished. Her grandchildren are now growing fast—Prince George is in line to be king someday, and Princess Charlotte, who just turned ten, has already caught attention for traits reminiscent of Diana.
One striking resemblance between Charlotte and Diana is a unique expression known as the “Spencer Stare”—a shy, upward glance through the eyelashes with a tilted head. Diana was known for it, and Charlotte appears to have inherited it, sparking excitement among royal watchers.
A Touching Resemblance
Social media users have commented on Charlotte’s resemblance to Diana, particularly noting similarities in their eyes and jawline. At King Charles’ coronation, some observers pointed out that Charlotte displayed the classic “Spencer Stare.” One commenter wrote, “She looks so much like Diana—beautiful as ever.”
Although Diana never had the chance to meet her grandchildren, Prince William keeps her memory alive in their lives. In a 2017 documentary, he shared that he often tells his children stories about Diana during bedtime, helping them understand who she was.
He explained, “We now have more pictures of her around the house, and we talk about her often. Since Catherine didn’t know her, it’s up to me to share those details. I regularly remind George and Charlotte that they had two grandmothers.”
An Emotional Mother’s Day Tradition
In 2021, William and Kate revealed that their children made homemade cards for Diana on Mother’s Day. The heartfelt gesture showed how the family continues to honor Diana’s memory. In 2023, they continued the tradition.
Charlotte wrote, “Dear Granny Diana, I am thinking of you on Mother’s Day. I love you very much. Papa is missing you. Lots of love, Charlotte.” George’s message was equally touching: “Dear Granny Diana, Happy Mother’s Day. I love you very much and think of you always.”
Even little Louis participated by creating a sweet card decorated with hearts and animals, though he was just two at the time.
William Honors Diana Through Parenting
William not only shares stories of Diana with his children—he also mirrors her parenting style. He strives to raise George, Charlotte, and Louis in a grounded way, exposing them to the realities of the world beyond royalty. Diana once took William and Harry to visit homeless shelters, and William intends to do the same with his children.
He told The Sunday Times that he discusses social issues, like homelessness, with his children during school runs. “When we drive around, I point out people sitting outside supermarkets and ask the kids, ‘Why do you think they’re there?’” he explained. “It’s important they understand life outside the palace.”
Carrying Forward Diana’s Values
Royal commentator Katie Nicholl noted that it’s touching to see William passing on Diana’s values. She emphasized that both Diana and Charles wanted their sons to understand life beyond the palace. Now, William and Kate are doing the same with their own children.
“William and Kate’s kids likely understand more about issues like homelessness than most privileged children,” she said. “That’s because William is deeply committed to the cause and has made sure his children are exposed to it in age-appropriate ways.”
Ultimately, Princess Diana’s spirit lives on not just in how her grandchildren look, but in the values they’re being taught—compassion, empathy, and a deep understanding of the world around them.