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Reporting History: Announcing the Death of Princess Diana

Written by

Tim Smith

On 31 August 1997, the world awoke to the devastating news that Diana, Princess of Wales, had died following a car crash in Paris. For millions, the announcement came live on BBC World News from presenter Nik Gowing. Nearly three decades later, he reflects on that extraordinary night and the responsibility of being the broadcaster who told the world.

This interview is a rare insight into one of the most unforgettable moments in modern news history.

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