Royalty
Princess Diana
Princess Diana was born on July 1, 1961 in Sandringham, United Kingdom. She became involved with AIDS charities the year she turned 23, and opened the UK's first AIDS unit the year she turned 26.
Princess Diana was born in 1961 and lived to age 36. Anyone born before 1961 is older than Princess. Anyone over 36 is older than Princess ever was.
Princess Diana was born on July 1, 1961 in Sandringham, United Kingdom and died on August 31, 1997 at the age of 36. Princess would be 65 years old today.
Princess Diana would be 65 years old in 2026 and would have turned 65 on July 1, 2026. Princess Diana's age in every year ↓
Born
July 1, 1961
Died
August 31, 1997
World pop. at birth
~3.1B
Princess's age at death
36
Your age
20
Are you older than Princess Diana?
No — Princess Diana was born in 1961. You were born in 2006, making you 45 years younger. Princess lived to age 36. You are currently 20, so you are not yet older than Princess was when she died.
At your age (20), Princess had already married Prince Charles (the year she turned 20), but hadn't yet given birth to Prince William (the year she turned 21).
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Princess's Life Timeline
Diana Frances Spencer was born on July 1, 1961, in Sandringham, Norfolk, England. She grew up in an aristocratic family and was educated at various schools, including the prestigious West Heath School. Diana's early life was marked by her parents' divorce, which had a profound impact on her upbringing. She later became known for her grace and compassion, traits that would define her public persona.
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Diana became engaged to Prince Charles in 1981 and married him later that year, becoming the Princess of Wales. Throughout her marriage, she was involved in numerous charitable endeavors, including work with AIDS patients and landmine victims. In 1995, she famously gave an interview to the BBC's Panorama, where she spoke candidly about her struggles within the royal family and her commitment to humanitarian causes. Her efforts brought attention to various social issues and earned her widespread admiration.
Diana's legacy continues to influence charitable work and the royal family. After her tragic death in a car accident in 1997, millions mourned her loss, and she was remembered as 'The People's Princess.' Her humanitarian work has inspired many, and her sons, Princes William and Harry, continue to honor her memory through their charitable initiatives. Diana's impact on the monarchy and her role as a humanitarian icon remain significant to this day.
Married Prince Charles
Diana Frances Spencer was 20 years old when she married Prince Charles on July 29, 1981. This royal wedding was watched by millions around the world and marked the beginning of her public life as the Princess of Wales.
Princess Diana turned 20 in 1981, the year she married Prince Charles. Are you older than Princess was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Gave birth to Prince William
Diana Frances Spencer was 21 years old when she gave birth to her first son, Prince William, on June 21, 1982. This event was significant as it ensured the continuation of the royal lineage.
Princess Diana turned 21 in 1982, the year she gave birth to Prince William. Are you older than Princess was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Became involved with AIDS charities
Diana Frances Spencer was 23 years old when she began her public work with AIDS charities in 1984. Her efforts helped to change public perceptions of the disease and reduce stigma associated with it.
Princess Diana turned 23 in 1984, the year she became involved with AIDS charities. Are you older than Princess was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Opened the UK's first AIDS unit
Diana Frances Spencer was 26 years old when she opened the UK's first AIDS unit at the London Middlesex Hospital in 1987. This act was pivotal in raising awareness and support for AIDS patients.
Princess Diana turned 26 in 1987, the year she opened the UK's first AIDS unit. Are you older than Princess was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Became involved with landmine victims
Diana Frances Spencer was 30 years old when she began her work with landmine victims in 1991. Her advocacy brought global attention to the issue and contributed to the international campaign to ban landmines.
Princess Diana turned 30 in 1991, the year she became involved with landmine victims. Are you older than Princess was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Died in a car accident
Diana Frances Spencer was 36 years old when she tragically died in a car accident in Paris on August 31, 1997. Her death shocked the world and led to an outpouring of grief and tributes from millions.
Princess Diana turned 36 in 1997, the year she died in a car accident. Are you older than Princess was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Age by year
How old was Princess Diana in each year?
- 2026
- Princess Diana would be 65 years old in 2026 and would have turned 65 on July 1, 2026.
- 1982
- Princess Diana was 20 at the start of 1982 and turned 21 on July 1, 1982. That year, she gave birth to Prince William.
- 1984
- Princess Diana was 22 at the start of 1984 and turned 23 on July 1, 1984. That year, she became involved with AIDS charities.
- 1987
- Princess Diana was 25 at the start of 1987 and turned 26 on July 1, 1987. That year, she opened the UK's first AIDS unit.
- 1991
- Princess Diana was 29 at the start of 1991 and turned 30 on July 1, 1991. That year, she became involved with landmine victims.
Princess Diana's age in every year
Ages change on July 1: the first number is before that birthday, the second after it.
- 19610 years old
- 19620 → 1 years old
- 19631 → 2 years old
- 19642 → 3 years old
- 19653 → 4 years old
- 19664 → 5 years old
- 19675 → 6 years old
- 19686 → 7 years old
- 19697 → 8 years old
- 19708 → 9 years old
- 19719 → 10 years old
- 197210 → 11 years old
- 197311 → 12 years old
- 197412 → 13 years old
- 197513 → 14 years old
- 197614 → 15 years old
- 197715 → 16 years old
- 197816 → 17 years old
- 197917 → 18 years old
- 198018 → 19 years old
- 198119 → 20 years old
- 198220 → 21 years old
- 198321 → 22 years old
- 198422 → 23 years old
- 198523 → 24 years old
- 198624 → 25 years old
- 198725 → 26 years old
- 198826 → 27 years old
- 198927 → 28 years old
- 199028 → 29 years old
- 199129 → 30 years old
- 199230 → 31 years old
- 199331 → 32 years old
- 199432 → 33 years old
- 199533 → 34 years old
- 199634 → 35 years old
- 199735 → 36 years old
