Princes William and Harry Honor Princess Diana's 61st Birthday

Prince William is emotionally honoring his mother on what would have been her 61st birthday. The prince spoke of Princess Diana’s legacy in in a letter released on social media on July 1, which was addressed to this year’s Diana Award recipients. The Diana Award is given to people between the ages 9 and 25 in honor of social action or humanitarian work. Winners must be nominated, and this year’s recipients include 20 Americans.

“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,” Prince William wrote in the letter. “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.”

Prince William called the honorees “the personification of my mother’s legacy and I know she would be so proud of you all.” The 40-year-old added, “I believe there’s no better way to celebrate her life and work than through recognising incredible people who dedicate so much time and effort to helping those around them.”

Source: Read Full Article

Previous post Louise Thompson gives health update after hospital readmission and seeing ‘reassuring doctor’
Next post Shamed Chris Pincher suspended as Tory MP over ‘drunken gropes’ | The Sun