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Princess Diana’s most inspiring quotes on love, life and more

The Princess of Wales tragically died in 1997, but her words continue to inspire


AUGUST 31, 2020 2:51 PM EDT

It’s been over 20 years since  Princess Diana  tragically died following a car accident in Paris. Although “The People’s Princess” is not around today to continue her humanitarian work or meet her daughters-in-law,  Kate Middleton  or  Meghan Markle , and adorable grandchildren, her words continue to inspire people around the world. On the 23rd anniversary of her death (Aug. 31), HOLA! USA is taking a look at some of the Princess of Wales’ most memorable quotes...

"Carry out a random act of kindness, with no expectation of reward, safe in the knowledge that one day someone might do the same for you."© Getty Images

Princess Diana Quotes

“Carry out a random act of kindness, with no expectation of reward, safe in the knowledge that one day someone might do the same for you.”

"I like to be a free spirit. Some don't like that, but that's the way I am."© Getty Images

Princess Diana Quotes

“I like to be a free spirit. Some don‘t like that, but that’s the way I am.”

"I don't go by the rule book I lead from the heart, not the head."© Getty Images

Princess Diana Quotes

“I don’t go by the rule book… I lead from the heart, not the head.”

"Every one of us needs to show how much we care for each other and, in the process, care for ourselves."© Getty Images

Princess Diana Quotes

“Every one of us needs to show how much we care for each other and, in the process, care for ourselves.”

"Family is the most important thing in the world."© Getty Images

Princess Diana Quotes

“Family is the most important thing in the world.”

"I'd like to be a queen in people's hearts."© Getty Images

Princess Diana Quotes

“I’d like to be a queen in people’s hearts.”

"When you are happy, you can forgive a great deal."© PATRICK RIVIERE/AFP via Getty Images

Princess Diana Quotes

“When you are happy, you can forgive a great deal.”

"I don't want expensive gifts; I don't want to be bought. I have everything I want. I just want someone to be there for me, to make me feel safe and secure."© Getty Images

Princess Diana Quotes

“I don’t want expensive gifts; I don’t want to be bought. I have everything I want. I just want someone to be there for me, to make me feel safe and secure.”

"I think the biggest disease the world suffers from in this day and age is the disease of people feeling unloved. I know that I can give love for a minute, for half an hour, for a day, for a month, but I can give. I am very happy to do that, I want to do that."© Getty Images

Princess Diana Quotes

“I think the biggest disease the world suffers from in this day and age is the disease of people feeling unloved. I know that I can give love for a minute, for half an hour, for a day, for a month, but I can give. I am very happy to do that, I want to do that.”

"Only do what your heart tells you."© Getty Images

Princess Diana Quotes

“Only do what your heart tells you.”

"I wear my heart on my sleeve."© Getty Images

Princess Diana Quotes

“I wear my heart on my sleeve.”

"I want to walk into a room, be it a hospital for the dying or a hospital for the sick children, and feel that I am needed. I want to do, not just to be."© Getty Images

Princess Diana Quotes

“I want to walk into a room, be it a hospital for the dying or a hospital for the sick children, and feel that I am needed. I want to do, not just to be.”

"If you find someone you love in your life, then hang on to that love."© Getty Images

Princess Diana Quotes

“If you find someone you love in your life, then hang on to that love.”

"People think that at the end of the day a man is the only answer. Actually, a fulfilling job is better for me."© Getty Images

Princess Diana Quotes

“People think that at the end of the day a man is the only answer. Actually, a fulfilling job is better for me.”

"A mother's arms are more comforting than anyone else's."© Getty Images

Princess Diana Quotes

“A mother’s arms are more comforting than anyone else’s.”

"The greatest problem in the world today is intolerance."© Getty Images

Princess Diana Quotes

“The greatest problem in the world today is intolerance.”