Princess Diana

British royal, humanitarian

Contemporary influential 145 sayings

Sayings by Princess Diana

It was just so confusing and so complicated, and it just made me feel so inadequate.

1995 — Referring to her struggles within the royal family, BBC Panorama interview
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I sometimes think I'm a bit of a rebel.

1992 — Quoted in 'Diana: Her True Story' by Andrew Morton
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I think every human being needs to be valued.

1990s — Speech on mental health, general public knowledge
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I'm going to follow my heart, not the rules.

1990s — Quoted in various biographies, general sentiment
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I had a very difficult time with the media, and it made my life very, very hard.

1995 — BBC Panorama interview
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I just want to be loved.

1990s — Widely reported sentiment, often attributed to her
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I think that I'm a good mother, and I think that I do my best.

1995 — BBC Panorama interview
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I was desperate. I was just desperate.

1992 — Referring to her state of mind during her marriage, Andrew Morton's book 'Diana: Her True Story'
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I think I was very lucky to have been given the opportunity to do what I did.

1990s — General reflection on her role, often quoted
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I think I'm a strong person, but I'm also very sensitive.

1990s — Quoted in various biographies, general sentiment
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I want to be remembered for what I did, not for who I was married to.

1990s — Widely reported sentiment, often attributed to her
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I believe in the power of touch.

1987 — Speech on AIDS, famously photographed touching patients
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I was put on this Earth to do good.

1990s — Quoted in various biographies, general sentiment
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I just want to make a difference.

1990s — General sentiment expressed throughout her life, widely quoted
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I hope that I can be a good example to others.

1990s — Often said in interviews, general public knowledge
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I'm a very emotional person.

1990s — Quoted in various biographies, general sentiment
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I don't regret anything.

1990s — Reported in various sources, general sentiment
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I'm going to do things my way.

1990s — Implied through her actions and independence, widely reported sentiment
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I felt very isolated.

1992 — Referring to her time in the royal family, Andrew Morton's book 'Diana: Her True Story'
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I never thought I'd be in this position.

1980s — Referring to her royal role, often quoted
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