Royal Cover-Up and BBC Lies Exposed After 20-Year Investigation
The programme, simply titled An interview with HRH The Princess of Wales, became the most controversial broadcast ever aired by the BBC. Despite its understated introduction, the broadcast captivated 23 million viewers in the UK and 200 million worldwide when it aired in November 1995.
Recorded two weeks earlier, the encounter was less an interview and more a carefully staged performance—a rehearsed double act with a clear agenda.
Memorable Moments from the Interview
Diana appeared with wide, vulnerable eyes as she famously stated:
There were three of us in this marriage, so it was a bit crowded.
She delivered this line with sharp wit and surprising ease. Throughout, Diana responded fluently with prepared soundbites, displaying the poise of a seasoned media figure. For example, she remarked:
I'd like to be a queen of people's hearts. In people's hearts.
Challenging Questions
The interview did not shy away from difficult subjects. Martin Bashir asked Diana if she had been unfaithful during her marriage to Prince Charles, specifically about her relationship with James Hewitt.
Were you unfaithful?
Diana answered candidly:
I adored him.
Author's Summary
This landmark BBC interview was a staged narrative that reshaped public perception of the Royal Family, blending performance with revelation in a highly calculated broadcast.