Today in History: Public funeral held for Princess Diana
- Posted on September 6, 2026
- By Chicago Tribune
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In brief
Princess Diana's state funeral on September 6, 1997, became one of the most watched global events in television history. Held at Westminster Abbey just days after her tragic death in a Paris car crash, the ceremony drew millions of mourners and marked a turning point in modern royal protocol. The funeral showcased unprecedented public grief and fundamentally changed the relationship between the monarchy and public emotion.
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Today in History: Public funeral held for Princess Diana
On Sept. 6, 1997, a public funeral was held for Princess Diana at Westminster Abbey in London, six days after her death in a car crash in Paris.
