Princess Diana left us prematurely in 1997, at the age of 36. This July 1st, she would have been 63 years old, and her memory is far from forgotten. Among the touching tributes, one stood out—shared by her sister-in-law, Sarah Ferguson.
Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, took to Instagram to share a deeply personal message. “Happy birthday to my dear friend Diana,” she wrote. “You were a pillar of light and love. And what a legacy you left behind.” Sarah remembered their shared laughter and the caring spirit Diana embodied. “I will always remember our bursts of laughter and the fraternal and caring spirit that I found in you,” she continued. She ended her touching tribute with, “I am sure that you always watch over us, my friend.”
The post featured a nostalgic photo of the two in hats, standing on the Buckingham Palace balcony. The image was from September 1990, during the fiftieth anniversary of the Battle of Britain.
Fans Delight in Lady Diana Tribute
The response to Sarah’s tribute was immense. Lady Diana fans flooded the comments section, expressing their gratitude and love for Diana. Comments like, “You two would be having so much fun right now if she were still here,” and “Thank you for this memory of Princess Diana. She will always be in people’s hearts,” highlighted how much she is still missed. Another fan reminisced, “I have so many memories of you and Diana both giggling!!!”
Sarah Ferguson and Diana Spencer’s Friendship
Sarah and Diana’s bond started long before they became part of the royal family. Despite being distant cousins, they were best friends from their teenage years. Their mothers were friends too. In an interview with People in 2023, Sarah said, “We loved each other with all our hearts, and she made me laugh more than anyone I’ve ever met.” Diana’s infectious laughter resonated in the hallways, and her unique ability to give wholeheartedly left an indelible mark on Sarah.
When Diana became a princess, Sarah looked up to her and considered her a role model. “I watched her, and I just copied her. I imitated her because she was just incredible,” Sarah revealed. Diana’s influence clearly had a lasting impact on Sarah, reflecting the depth of their friendship.
On the day that would have marked Lady Diana’s 63rd birthday, Sarah Ferguson’s tribute served as a beautiful reminder of the joy and light Diana brought into the world—and how deeply she is still cherished and missed.
Sarah and Diana at the Epsom Derby in 1987
This article first appeared on grazia.fr – Author: Jordane Guignon
