Prince William and Harry Unite in Rare Tribute to Princess Diana’s Legacy

Prince William and Prince Harry have set aside their personal differences in a rare show of unity.

They did not appear together.

But both brothers wrote separate letters of congratulations to the 198 winners of The Diana Award for 2026.

The Diana Award is a charity set up in the name of their late mother, Princess Diana.

It honors young people who are creating positive change in their communities and around the world.

This year's winners come from 44 countries.

People magazine first reported the story and called it a "rare shared moment" between the royal brothers.

The outlet noted that despite any personal disagreements, William and Harry "remain united in their support for their mother's legacy."

The Diana Award's chief executive, Dr. Tessy Ojo CBE, celebrated the recipients in a statement.

"Their courage, compassion, and determination to tackle some of the world's most pressing challenges are a powerful reminder that young people are the changemakers of today," Ojo said.

She continued: "These young people are proof that, whatever their background or circumstances, the desire to make a difference is universal."

"They are building on Diana, Princess of Wales's legacy almost 30 years on."

Princess Diana died in a car crash in Paris on August 31, 1997.

She was 36 years old.

The Diana Award was established in her memory in 1999.

Since then, it has recognized tens of thousands of young people globally.

William and Harry have a long history of supporting the charity individually.

But joint gestures have become increasingly rare as their relationship has frayed.

The brothers' rift became public after Harry and his wife Meghan Markle stepped back from royal duties in 2020.

Harry's memoir "Spare," published in January 2023, contained explosive claims about his brother and his father, King Charles III.

He accused William of physical assault during an argument over Meghan.

He also described tense exchanges with his father and stepmother, Queen Camilla.

The book deepened the divide between the brothers.

Since then, they have been seen together only at major family events.

They attended the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II in September 2022.

They were present at the coronation of King Charles III in May 2023.

But in both cases, they did not interact publicly.

Harry returned to the United Kingdom earlier this year with Meghan and their two children.

The couple moved back to the U.K. at the end of August after six years of living in the United States.

They are no longer working royals but have continued to champion causes close to their hearts.

According to a report by The News International, Harry is reportedly "determined" to reconcile with William.

The report, citing sources from Star Magazine, said Harry is considering appealing to his sister-in-law Kate Middleton for help.

Kate, the Princess of Wales, has historically been seen as a peacemaker within the family.

Sources told the outlet that Harry is counting on Kate's influence over William.

"If anyone can get William to soften, it's Kate, and Harry has been saying he's ready to beg her for help," a close source said.

However, the same source noted that "getting a hold of her to plead his case" may prove difficult.

The Princess of Wales's attitude toward Harry has changed considerably, the source said.

"There was a time that she was very openly trying to pave the way for a reconciliation."

More recently, Heat World reported that Kate has demanded a proper apology from Harry.

She reportedly wants him to apologize to Queen Camilla, William, and herself for the claims in "Spare."

The Princess of Wales is "very aware" that King Charles wants peace with Harry, insiders said.

But "she doesn't see how it can begin to happen until she and William get a proper apology."

Meanwhile, Harry and Meghan are preparing for a trip to Brussels next week.

They will visit the European Parliament.

There, they will listen to addresses by EU Parliament President Roberta Metsola and MEP Antonio Lopez-Isturiz.

Then they will deliver their own joint keynote address.

The speech will mark the opening of the Lost Screen Memorial in the European Parliament.