Princess Diana was a talented dancer, as shown on an episode of The Crown when she surprised King Charles by dancing to “Uptown Girl” on stage. The moment really did happen, almost exactly as portrayed on the Netflix show. Here’s what we know about the former Princess of Wales’ performance and what her dance teachers knew about her marriage.
King Charles and Princess Diana | Tim Graham/Tim Graham Photo Library Princess Diana surprised King Charles by dancing to ‘Uptown Girl’ in ‘The Crown’
Season 4, episode 9 of The Crown, titled “Avalanche,” shows a revealing moment in Princess Diana and King Charles’ marriage.
At the start of the episode, Charles and Diana attended a show at the Royal Opera House. The princess slipped out of her seat only to emerge on stage with Royal Ballet dancer Wayne Sleep. The duo performed a choreographed dance to Billy Joel’s “Uptown Girl” with...
King Charles and Princess Diana | Tim Graham/Tim Graham Photo Library Princess Diana surprised King Charles by dancing to ‘Uptown Girl’ in ‘The Crown’
Season 4, episode 9 of The Crown, titled “Avalanche,” shows a revealing moment in Princess Diana and King Charles’ marriage.
At the start of the episode, Charles and Diana attended a show at the Royal Opera House. The princess slipped out of her seat only to emerge on stage with Royal Ballet dancer Wayne Sleep. The duo performed a choreographed dance to Billy Joel’s “Uptown Girl” with...
- 2/25/2023
- by Grace Turney
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Princess Diana loved to dance, and she was a huge supporter of the ballet. Although she was unable to become a professional dancer, the former Princess of Wales took ballet lessons and confided in her instructor. Here’s what Diana’s teacher said about the royal and why she couldn’t pursue her dancing dreams.
Princess Diana | Tim Graham/Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images Princess Diana’s ballet teacher said dancing helped her cope with stress in her life and marriage
It’s no secret that Princess Diana loved to dance. She studied ballet and was a generous supporter of the English National Ballet.
In 1981, Diana approached dance coach Anne Allan, who was then an instructor at the Enb, to hire her as a private ballet tutor. It was the same year as Diana’s 20th birthday and her wedding to Prince Charles.
The former Princess of Wales confided in her teacher,...
Princess Diana | Tim Graham/Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images Princess Diana’s ballet teacher said dancing helped her cope with stress in her life and marriage
It’s no secret that Princess Diana loved to dance. She studied ballet and was a generous supporter of the English National Ballet.
In 1981, Diana approached dance coach Anne Allan, who was then an instructor at the Enb, to hire her as a private ballet tutor. It was the same year as Diana’s 20th birthday and her wedding to Prince Charles.
The former Princess of Wales confided in her teacher,...
- 2/21/2023
- by Grace Turney
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
We all remember Princess Diana as a major style icon, but what's not always evident in the glam pictures of her is just how tall she actually was - 5'10" to be exact. In fact, she was quite statuesque, which was a plus for making a major impression but a negative when it came to one of her most beloved hobbies.
As an adult, Diana stood 5'10", which is generally taller than the majority of women. More frustrating for her: her height prevented her from continuing on with her love for dance. In general, elite female dancers are not tall, and children who grow too tall often are left behind or self-select out as the opportunities shrink going forward.
Diana's height was the main reason that restricted her from pursuing her lifelong passion for dance. As a child, she took ballet classes and fell in love with the art. At one point,...
As an adult, Diana stood 5'10", which is generally taller than the majority of women. More frustrating for her: her height prevented her from continuing on with her love for dance. In general, elite female dancers are not tall, and children who grow too tall often are left behind or self-select out as the opportunities shrink going forward.
Diana's height was the main reason that restricted her from pursuing her lifelong passion for dance. As a child, she took ballet classes and fell in love with the art. At one point,...
- 9/26/2019
- by Amanda Prahl
- Popsugar.com
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