Sarah Ferguson Reflects On Princess Diana’s Philanthropy And Their Bond
Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, recently expressed her admiration for Princess Diana and her belief that Diana did not fully comprehend her own brilliance. As a fourth cousin of the late royal, Ferguson felt a strong connection with Diana, despite both of them often feeling marginalized in their respective marriages to Prince Andrew and then-Prince Charles. Speaking on their podcast ‘Tea Talks,’ Ferguson shared how she and Diana would passionately discuss charity work and the importance of their philanthropic efforts. She also fondly remembered Diana as someone who could always make her laugh.
The Shocking Reactions to Diana’s Charitable Endeavors
Sarah Ferguson recounted the shock and disapproval that surrounded Diana when she revealed her intention to support charities focused on HIV and AIDS. People warned her against engaging with such causes, but Diana, drawing from her own experiences of feeling ostracized, refused to be deterred. Ferguson shared that both she and Diana knew what it was like to be shunned and misunderstood, with negative media attention often overshadowing their charitable work.
Insights into Diana’s Unhappiness and Ferguson’s Personal Growth
Reflecting on Princess Diana’s life, Sarah Ferguson touched upon Diana’s unhappiness within the royal family. Ferguson acknowledged that Diana possessed a unique ability to give her whole heart to others because she did not give it to herself. At the age of 63, Ferguson admitted to starting her own journey of understanding the importance of self-care. She emphasized the need to look after oneself and acknowledged the lessons she has learned.
A Joyful Role as a Grandparent
During the podcast, Sarah Ferguson also shared her joy in being a grandparent to Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi’s daughter Sienna, as well as Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank’s sons August and Ernest. She humorously remarked that one of the best parts of being a grandmother is the ability to step out of the room when her grandchildren misbehave, providing a lighthearted perspective on her role.
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