How did Diana have royal blood?

Elsewhere in Princess Diana’s family tree, there are close links between the royal family. Diana’s grandfather Albert was a godson of Edward VII. Charles Spencer, 6th Earl Spencer, was Diana’s great-grandfather. He was a Member of Parliament from 1880 to 1895 and 1900-1905.

Was Diana a royal or commoner?

Diana, Princess of Wales (born The Honorable Diana Frances Spencer; 1 July 1961 – 31 August 1997) was a member of the British royal family. She was the first wife of King Charles III (then Prince of Wales) and mother of Princes William and Harry.

Who has more royal blood Charles or Diana?

Within a cover package on Charles and Diana’s engagement published the following month, one article delved into her illustrious family tree even further: She has more English royal blood in her veins than does Prince Charles, her 16th cousin once removed.

Was Princess Diana descended from royalty?

Charles II was also the uncle to Mary Queen of Scots, making Princess Diana a descendant of both English and Scottish royalty.