'She was one of the naughtiest parents' Princes William and Harry open up about Princess Diana for ITV documentary
The two princes have spoken about their mother for new ITV documentary Diana, Our Mother: Her Life and Legacy to mark the 20-year anniversary of her death
Princes William and Harry have opened up about Princess Diana as a mum for a new documentary coming to ITV this month, to mark the 20 year anniversary of her death in August.
In a new promo for the ITV documentary Diana, Our Mother: Her Life and Legacy, the princes open up about their mum, saying she was one of the 'naughtiest' parents.
In the 30 second clip, the brothers can be seen looking through a private family album assembled by their mother, reminiscing about some of their most joyful memories of their childhood.
https://www.facebook.com/itvpresscentre/videos/vb.275146729331409/792770714235672/?type=2&theater
While looking at a photo of his mother holding him whilst pregnant with his brother, Prince William says: 'Believe it or not, you and I are both in this photograph, you're in the tummy!' The two royals have been getting increasingly more open about their struggle with grief following their mother's death, but Harry admits they've never spoken about Diana as a mum.
'This is the first time that the two of us have ever spoken about her as a mother', Harry says. Describing what Diana was like as a mum, William said: 'She was very informal and really enjoyed the laughter and the fun. But she understood that there was a real life outside of Palace walls.'
Harry, who was only 12 years old when Diana tragically died, adds that their mum was always smothering them with love: 'She was one of the naughtiest parents. She was our mum. She still is our mum. And of course, as a son I would say this, she was the best mum in the world.
GoodtoKnow Newsletter
Parenting advice, hot topics, best buys and family finance tips delivered straight to your inbox.
'She smothered us with love, that's for sure.' Diana, Our Mother: Her Life and Legacy will air later this month to mark the 20th anniversary of Diana's death. The BBC will also be airing a documentary to mark the date, with the princes sharing more insight into their mother and childhood.
Speaking about the programme, ITV's head of factual Jo Clinton-Davis said: 'This new ITV film will offer viewers a fresh and revealing insight into Princess Diana through the personal and intimate reflections of her two sons and of her friends and family, many of whom have never spoken before, to bring together a definitive portrait of a unique person who touched the lives of millions.' The film's producer, Nick Kent, said: 'This film will show Princess Diana in a way she has never been seen before, through the eyes of the two people who knew her best.'
Will you be watching Diana, Our Mother: Her Life and Legacy? Let us know in the comments!
Trusted, informative, and empathetic – GoodToKnow is the ultimate online destination for mums. Established in 2007, our 15-year-strong archive of content includes more than 18,000 articles, 1,500 how-to videos, and 7,000 recipes.
-
15 baby names parents love but 'don't feel cool enough' to use - would you choose one?
These baby names are a 'guilty pleasure' for parents
By Ellie Hutchings Published
-
Half of Gen Z say their parents 'don't take my mental health concerns seriously', research shows - here are 3 ways to help support older children
With research showing that half of teens and young adults feel their parents don't take their mental health concerns seriously, we share how you can show your support.
By Ellie Hutchings Published
-
Princess Diana’s brother reveals ‘difficult’ job he undertook for his sister when she became a royal - and shares her biggest childhood fear
Earl Charles Spencer has revealed the one thing Diana was 'terrified' of in childhood - and many will relate
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
-
Royal expert reveals how Princess Diana’s death prepared Prince William for this unexpected aspect of parenting
“William is, sadly, perfectly placed to help"
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
-
Princess Diana returned most of Prince William and Harry’s childhood Christmas presents for this frugal reason
Princess Diana's former bodyguard has revealed why the Princess was keen to keep the amount of childhood Christmas gifts to a minimum
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
-
How Kate Middleton's parenting style mirrors Princess Diana's, and the photographs speak for themselves
The Princess of Wales appears to be taking a leaf out of the late Princess Diana's parenting style book
By Selina Maycock Published
-
Unearthed Princess Diana chat reveals Prince William's 'extraordinary' traits - and we totally spot them in his own kids too
Princess Diana said Prince William had these remarkable traits as a toddler
By Selina Maycock Published
-
Why did Diana call William wombat? The truth behind the adorable childhood nickname
Everything we know about why Princess Diana called her eldest son a wombat when he was younger
By Selina Maycock Published
-
Prince Harry opens up about losing mum Princess Diana as he pens sweet letter to military children who have lost parents
"Grief is nothing to be ashamed of; it's normal to feel sadness from loss"
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
-
The unusual way Princess Diana helped Prince William and Prince Harry have a ‘normal’ childhood
The young Princes were often embarrassed by their royal status
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published