Princess Diana and Michael Jackson came from completely different worlds, but both knew what it was like to live under constant public attention. Their paths crossed backstage at Wembley Stadium in London during one of Jackson’s concerts, creating a memorable moment between two of the most recognizable figures of their generation. Jackson was already a global music superstar, while Diana was one of the most famous members of the British royal family.
One of the best-known stories from their meeting involves Jackson’s song “Dirty Diana.” Because Diana was there, Jackson reportedly considered removing the song from his performance. Instead, Diana is widely reported to have told him that she liked it and wanted to hear it. The story has remained a lighthearted detail of their encounter and suggests that Diana was familiar with Jackson’s music beyond his biggest hits.
