JUST IN: PRINCE HARRY REVEALS THE SWEET FAMILY TRADITION HE, MEGHAN, ARCHIE AND LILIBET USE TO HONOR PRINCESS DIANA!
Prince Harry Reveals the Sweet Family Tradition Keeping Princess Diana’s Memory Alive
Prince Harry has shared a touching insight into how he and his family continue to honor the memory of his late mother, Princess Diana, revealing that her legacy remains an important part of life for Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
The Duke of Sussex spoke about the private family tradition during a question-and-answer session at Scotty’s Summer Festival, held at Maxstoke Castle in Warwickshire. The event brought together around 200 bereaved children and their relatives for a day of support, remembrance and community.
Harry’s appearance marked the final public engagement of his latest visit to the United Kingdom.
During the session, a 16-year-old attendee named Sebastian asked the Duke whether he does anything special to commemorate Diana’s birthday on July 1 and the anniversary of her death on August 31.
Harry responded by explaining that he, Meghan Markle and their children make a point of remembering Diana on both dates.
Although the family’s tribute remains private, the Duke suggested that Archie, seven, and Lilibet, five, are actively included in the remembrance. His remarks offered a rare glimpse into how the Sussex household keeps Diana’s presence alive for a generation that never had the opportunity to meet her.
The revelation carried particular emotional weight given the nature of the event.
Scotty’s Little Soldiers supports children and young people who have experienced the death of a parent who served in the British Armed Forces. Prince Harry has long supported the organization and has frequently spoken about the profound impact of losing his own mother at a young age.
Diana died in Paris in August 1997, when Harry was just 12 years old and Prince William was 15.
The Duke has often described how grief shaped his childhood and adult life. In interviews and public speeches, he has spoken about the importance of giving bereaved children space to discuss loss rather than expecting them to hide their emotions.
During his appearance at Maxstoke Castle, Harry encouraged the young attendees to remember their parents openly and to find comfort in the memories they shared.
His comments about Archie and Lilibet also highlighted the way Diana’s legacy continues across generations.
Although the children are growing up in California, Harry and Meghan have made clear that they want them to understand their British heritage and their connection to the late Princess of Wales.
Lilibet’s middle name, Diana, was chosen as a direct tribute to her grandmother.
Harry has previously said that he sees elements of Diana’s personality and spirit in both of his children. He has also spoken about keeping photographs of his mother in their home and explaining to Archie and Lilibet who she was.
The Duke’s latest remarks suggest that remembrance is not limited to stories or photographs, but forms part of the family’s annual traditions.
The emotional exchange brought a personal conclusion to Harry’s UK visit, which had otherwise been dominated by Invictus Games engagements and intense speculation about his relationship with the Royal Family.
By sharing the quiet way his family remembers Diana, Harry shifted the focus toward grief, family and the enduring influence of a mother whose life continues to shape both her sons and grandchildren.
For many attending Scotty’s Summer Festival, the moment was deeply relatable: a reminder that honoring someone who has died does not require a grand public gesture. Sometimes, the most meaningful tributes are the private traditions passed from one generation to the next.
