Aside from their connection as sisters-in-law,Princess Anneand Princess Diana did not have a lot of common ground.
In 1981, Diana approached her soon-to-be sister-in-law and greeted her with elaborate politeness, including a royal curtsy.
Anne, known for her no-nonsense disposition, apparently did not approve of Diana’s gesture.
Two years later, when Prince Harry was born, Anne got passed over a second time.
At the time, Anne was making four times as many royal appearances as Diana.
The press was more interested in asking the Princess Royal about Diana than learning about Anne’s royal work.
When William was born on June 21 1982, Anne learned of his arrival from a news crew.
“I didn’t know she’d had one.
Oh, good,” Anne commented, perNewsweek.
“We’ve always hit it off very well.”
In addition, afterDiana’s tragic deathin 1997, Anne was reportedly quite upset and remorseful about their relationship.
In keeping with her stoic demeanor, Anne kept her emotions to herself and chose actions over words.
She spent extra one-on-one time with Harry.
During their outdoor excursions, she supported her nephew while he grieved.
