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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...

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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.”

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Princess Diana Quotes

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

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Princess Diana Quotes

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

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Princess Diana Quotes

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

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Princess Diana Quotes

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

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Princess Diana Quotes

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

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Princess Diana Quotes

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

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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.”

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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.”

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Princess Diana Quotes

“Only do what your heart tells you.”

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Princess Diana Quotes

“I wear my heart on my sleeve.”

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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.”

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Princess Diana Quotes

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

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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.”

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Princess Diana Quotes

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

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Princess Diana Quotes

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