Honoring her memory. On what would have been the late Princess Diana‘s 61st birthday, Prince William and Prince Harry individually paid tribute to their mother and celebrated the impact she had on the world.William, 40, offered insight on the late royal’s legacy to the recipients of the Diana Award on Friday, July 1. “Congratulations on receiving The Diana Award today!
You are part of an inspirational generation of young people who are changing the world through your actions, and I hugely admire your efforts,” he wrote in a letter for the award, which honors people aged 9 to 25.The Duke of Cambridge also referred to the honorees as an “inspiration” to himself. “I hugely admire your efforts.
Your stories are remarkable. Many of you face huge challenges in the face of difficult times, yet you are tirelessly breaking down barriers to create a better future for us all,” he continued, referring to their social action and humanitarian work.For the U.K.
native, who lost his mother in 1997 due to a car crash, seeing the hard work that his mother’s action inspired has been thrilling. “You truly are the personification of my mother’s legacy and I know she would be so proud of you all,” he added. “I believe there’s no better way to celebrate her life and work than through recognizing incredible people who dedicate so much time and effort to helping those around them.”Harry, 37, for his part, surprised the recipients with a virtual appearance at the ceremony. “Today, we’re reflecting on what would have been my mother’s 61st birthday.
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