Princess Diana Is Greeted By Tom Selleck in The Residence During a Private Dinner, 11/9/1985. Photo Credit: Wikimedia Commons @Series: Reagan White House Photographs, 1/20/1981 - 1/20/1989
The fairy-tale marriage of Princess Diana and Prince Charles captivated the world, but their eventual split sent shockwaves through pop culture. Their heartbreak was one of the most publicized in history, and the fallout from their divorce had profound effects on the British monarchy and its public image. The split humanized the royal family in the eyes of the public and paved the way for a more modern and transparent monarchy.