Princess Diana.Photo: Antony Jones/UK Press via Getty Images
Prince Williamis personally expressing his gratitude those who made the statue of his motherPrincess Dianaa reality.
William, 39, hosted a private reception at Kensington Palace Tuesday for donors who helped fund thestatue of Dianathat was unveiled in July on what would have been the late Princess of Wales' 60th birthday.Hello!reported thatKate Middletoncohosted the reception.
Prince Harrypreviouslyreturned to Londonfor the statue’s debut, but he and wifeMeghan Markle, who relocated their family to California last year, did not return to the U.K. for this week’s Kensington Palace event — though Harry is privately reaching out to donors.
Prince William and Prince Harry.Dominic Lipinski - WPA Pool/Getty
Prince WilliamandPrince Harrysaid in ajoint statementon July 1: “Today, on what would have been our Mother’s 60th birthday, we remember her love, strength and character — qualities that made her a force for good around the world, changing countless lives for the better.”
The statement continued, “Every day, we wish she were still with us, and our hope is that this statue will be seen forever as a symbol of her life and her legacy.”
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Thanking the team who helped bring the statue and the garden to life, they also expressed their appreciation for “all those around the world who keep our mother’s memory alive.”
source: people.com
