Royalties who died on August 31

Take a focused look at the royalties who passed away on August 31. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1997 Diana Princess of Wales

  Diana, Princess of Wales (born Diana Frances Spencer), was a member of the British royal family, most famous as the first wife of Charles, Prince of Wales (now King Charles III). Revered globally for her philanthropy, humanitarian work, and influential public presence, she was often noted for her compassion, style, and efforts to raise awareness about AIDS, landmines, and homelessness. … [bio]