Exploring Princess Diana's Family: Meet Her Siblings, Sons Prince William and Prince Harry, and More

Princess Diana's family keeps her memory alive. She was the youngest child of John Spencer and Frances Shand Kydd. Diana had two older sisters, Lady Sarah McCorquodale and Lady Jane Fellowes, as well as a younger brother, Charles Spencer. Sadly, before Diana was born, her parents had a son named John Spencer in 1960, but he passed away shortly after birth.

Diana’s parents split in 1969, and her father gained custody of her and her siblings. During this difficult time, Charles and Diana grew closer as their older sisters were away at school.

In a 2020 interview with The Sunday Times, Charles shared, “Diana and I had two older sisters who were away at school, so she and I were very much in it together and I did talk to her about it.” He described their father as a quiet and constant source of love, while their mother struggled with motherhood due to being in love with someone else.

Diana had a close relationship with her sisters, despite being close with Charles. Sarah dated King Charles III briefly before introducing him to Diana.

In 1981, Diana and the monarch got married. They had two sons, Prince William in June 1982 and Prince Harry in September 1984. Unfortunately, the couple divorced in 1996 and Diana passed away in a car accident in Paris the next year.

Keep scrolling to meet Diana’s brood:

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Princess Diana’s Family Guide: Meet Her 3 Siblings, Sons Prince William and Prince Harry, More

Princess Diana's family continues to honor her memory.

She was the youngest daughter of John Spencer and Frances Shand Kydd. Diana grew up with two older sisters, Lady Sarah McCorquodale and Lady Jane Fellowes, and a younger brother, Charles Spencer. Before Diana was born, her parents also welcomed a son named John Spencer in 1960. However, he tragically died hours after his birth.

Diana's parents separated in 1969, with her father gaining custody of her and her siblings. During this difficult time, Charles and Diana grew closer as their older sisters were away at school.

In a 2020 interview with The Sunday Times, Charles shared, "Diana and I had two older sisters who were away at school, so she and I were very much in it together and I did talk to her about it." He mentioned that their father provided constant love and support, while their mother struggled with maternal responsibilities due to being infatuated with someone else.

Diana had a strong bond with Charles, but she also had a good connection with her sisters. Sarah had a brief relationship with King Charles III before introducing him to Diana.

In 1981, Diana married the monarch and they had two sons, Prince William in June 1982 and Prince Harry in September 1984. Unfortunately, the couple divorced in 1996 and Diana tragically passed away in a car accident in Paris the following year.

Keep scrolling to meet Diana’s brood:

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Lady Sarah McCorquodale

The oldest daughter in the Spencer family was born in March 1955. Sarah dated Charles III in the late '70s before introducing him to Diana. One year before her sister's wedding, Sarah married Neil Edmund McCorquodale.

The couple has three children: Emily Jane McCorquodale, George Edmund McCorquodale, and Celia Rose McCorquodale. Emily and her husband James T. R. Hutt are parents to Isabella Rosemary Hutt and Henry George Thomas Hutt. George married Bianca Moore in August 2016, and they have three children: Sybil McCorquodale, Molly McCorquodale, and Joseph McCorquodale.

Celia wore the famous Spencer family tiara when she married George Woodhouse in June 2018. This tiara had been previously worn by her mother and aunts. Celia is now the proud mother of two children, Walter George Spencer Woodhouse and Winifred Sarah Rosemary Woodhouse.

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Lady Jane Fellowes

John and Frances welcomed their daughter Jane in February 1957. Jane married Robert Fellowes in April 1978, with Diana serving as one of her bridesmaids.

Robert and Jane have three children: Laura Jane, Alexander Robert, and Eleanor Ruth Fellowes. Laura and her husband Nicholas Peter Pettman have two sons and a daughter, whose names have not been disclosed. Alexander and his wife Alexandra Finlay are the proud parents of son Robert George and daughter Rose Jane Fellowes.

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Charles Spencer

Charles Spencer, born in 1964, is the youngest brother of Diana. He worked as a broadcaster for various media outlets, such as NBC and Today, before becoming the earl. After Diana's passing, Charles delivered a heartfelt eulogy at her memorial service. Throughout the years, he has fondly shared memories of his beloved sister and honored her legacy.

Charles has been married three times and has seven children. He was first married to Victoria Lockwood from 1989 to 1997. They have three daughters, Lady Kitty Eleanor Spencer, Lady Eliza Victoria Spencer, and Lady Amelia Spencer, as well as a son named Louis Spencer who is set to inherit the earldom.

In December 2001, Charles married his second wife, Caroline Freud. Together, they have two children - a son named Edmund Spencer and a daughter named Lady Lara Caroline Spencer. However, Charles and Freud ended their marriage in 2007.

Charles moved on with current wife Karen Gordon whom he married in June 2011. The couple share daughter Lady Charlotte Diana Spencer, who is named in honor of his late sister.

King Charles III

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King Charles III

Diana married the current monarch in July 1981. Just four months after their wedding, Diana shared the exciting news that she was expecting their first child, William, who was born in June 1982. Two years later, they welcomed their second child, Harry.

Unfortunately, after the arrival of their children, Charles III and Diana encountered troubles in their marriage. Rumors of infidelity began to surface, and the couple ultimately divorced in July 1996. Following the divorce, Diana found love with Dodi Fayed, who tragically also passed away in a car accident that same year. Charles III later remarried Queen Camilla, whom he was reportedly involved with during his marriage to Diana.

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Prince William

Prince William is the eldest son of Charles III and Diana. He was only 15 years old when his mother passed away. When his father became the king in September 2022, William became the next in line to the throne.

The Prince of Wales tied the knot with Princess Kate Middleton in April 2011. The couple share three children: Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis. 

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Prince Harry

Diana and Charles III welcomed their youngest child, the Duke of Sussex, to complete their family. Harry was just 12 years old when Diana passed away. Since then, Harry has openly shared his feelings of sadness and loss after his mother's tragic death.

In May 2018, Harry married Meghan Markle. However, in January 2020, the couple made the decision to step down from their roles as working members of the royal family. They moved to Southern California where they now reside with their son Archie and daughter Lilibet.

Editor's P/S:

Princess Diana, the beloved icon, left an enduring legacy despite her tragic passing. Her family, particularly her siblings and sons, have played a pivotal role in preserving her memory. They have honored her through heartfelt eulogies, shared fond memories, and continued her humanitarian efforts. Their unwavering love and commitment serve as a testament to the profound bond they shared with the "People's Princess."

Furthermore, Princess Diana's siblings have established their own families, adding to the Spencer lineage and carrying forward her spirit. Her sisters, Lady Sarah McCorquodale and Lady Jane Fellowes, have raised children who embody the Spencer family's values of compassion and service. Charles Spencer, her brother, has been an ardent advocate for mental health awareness, inspired by his sister's struggles. Through their lives and actions, Diana's family continues to honor her legacy and ensure that her memory lives on for generations to come.