In a remarkably candid and emotional new interview, the Duke of Sussex has opened up about the profound and lasting influence of his late mother, Princess Diana, on his life and parenting.
Speaking with a palpable sense of vulnerability, Prince Harry revealed that he sees his mother's legacy living on every day in his own two children, Archie and Lilibet. The Duke explained that the values of compassion, empathy, and a duty to help others—cornerstones of Diana's life—are the very principles he and Meghan strive to instil in their young family.
A Mother's Enduring Presence
Harry spoke movingly about the bittersweet feeling of raising his children without his mother physically present. He confessed that he often wonders what kind of grandmother Diana would have been, describing her as the 'grandmother we never had'. Despite her absence, he feels her spirit is a constant guide in their Californian home.
'Everything I do, I do with her in mind,' he stated, highlighting how her memory directly impacts his charitable work and his approach to fatherhood.
Life in California: A World Away from Windsor
The interview also touched upon Harry and Meghan's new life in the United States. The Duke spoke positively about the freedom and privacy they have found in Montecito, a stark contrast to their former lives as senior working royals. He described it as a place where they can focus on their family's happiness and wellbeing away from the intense media scrutiny they faced in the UK.
This sense of peace, he suggested, allows him to be the father he always wanted to be—present, protective, and deeply involved in Archie and Lilibet's daily lives.
A Message of Hope and Healing
Ultimately, the Duke's message was one of hope and healing. By honouring his mother's legacy through his own actions and by raising his children with the same core values, he ensures that Princess Diana's light continues to shine brightly for a new generation.
