The life of Diana de Wales is still the object of fascination even years after her tragic death. Lady Di had a charm capable of captivating everyone while living and continues to do so. She was not admired only by her role as a mother and wife, but for her indomitable spirit and her different facets.
Much has been written about Lady Di’s life and when he believes he knows everything about her, new information arises. There are stories that still come to light, as a recent anecdote that presents it in a completely different facet. Edward White, in his book Dianaworldshared an unexpected story that reveals an unknown facet of the princess.
Surprise for Guillermo and Harry: a night of anonymity of Lady Di
The story began at the Royal Vauxhall Tavern, a famous Gay Club in London. According to Cleo Rocos, present that night, Lady Di decided to attend this club without being recognized, accompanied by Fredy Mercury and actor Kenny Everett. To hide his identity, Diana opted for a disguise that consisted of a military jacket, a leather cap and dark sunglasses.
Rocos remembers that Lady Di’s costume was so effective that nobody recognized her. “We decided that the most famous icon in the world could go through a gay model,” Rocos said in his memoirs. Diana immersed himself in the crowd, enjoying the freedom to be in a place where she was not a princess, but simply a woman who shared a fun night with friends.
A hidden side of Lady Di who can mark Guillermo and Harry
Lady Di never ceased to surprise those who knew her and this story reinforces her image as a free and spontaneous person. The night at the Royal Vauxhall Tavern was one of those few opportunities in which he could escape the pressures of his title. For many, this is one of the many characteristics that made it so unique: its ability to connect with others regardless of their status.
For Princes Guillermo and Harry, knowing these details of their mother’s life must be somewhat shocking. While his mother lived in the shadow of royalty, these more personal moments, they show them another side of her. As these stories are known, it is inevitable that Lady Di’s children reflect on how her mother lived outside the reflectors.
