Mike Parry: Journalist who broke story of Princess Diana's death reflects on her lasting impact

Published: Aug. 30, 2022, 9:22 p.m.

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The journalist who broke the news of Princess Diana\'s death has reflected on her lasting public impact.

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Today marks 25 years since she was killed in that Paris car crash at the age of 36.

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The Press Association broke the news of her death, 17 minutes before the official announcement was made.

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Former executive editor Mike Parry told Mike Hosking it was the biggest story of his career and lifetime.

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He says she was the most popular woman in the world when alive, and now one of history\'s most revered figures.

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