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Kristen Stewart Still Haunted by Princess Diana Role, Can Cry "At Any Moment"

Kristen Stewart reveals that portraying Princess Diana in the 2021 film 'Spencer' left a permanent, haunting impact on her, stating she can still cry about the late royal at any moment. She initially doubted director Pablo Larrain's casting choice, citing physical differences, but he insisted it was about capturing Diana's spirit. The film, which earned Stewart an Oscar nomination, depicted a pivotal 1991 weekend as Diana's marriage to Prince Charles unraveled. Stewart concluded that the role left her feeling like an empty shell, an experience she believes mirrored Diana's own life under intense public scrutiny.

Key Points: Kristen Stewart Reflects on Lasting Impact of Playing Princess Diana

  • Stewart feels permanently haunted by Diana
  • Film imagined 1991 Christmas weekend
  • She initially questioned her casting
  • Performance earned an Oscar nomination
  • Director focused on spirit, not resemblance
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"I can cry about her at any moment...": Kristen Stewart reflects on lasting impact of playing Princess Diana

Kristen Stewart says she feels "haunted" by Princess Diana years after 'Spencer,' revealing the emotional toll and personal growth from the iconic role.

"I can cry about her at any moment. - Kristen Stewart"

Washington, February 6

Kristen Stewart says her portrayal of Princess Diana in 'Spencer' continues to stay with her, describing the late royal as a presence she still feels deeply years after the film's release.

In an interview quoted by People magazine, the actor reflected on the emotional impact of playing the Princess of Wales and said she feels "haunted" by Diana to this day.

"I still am. I can't drive 'round this city, and Paris for that matter, without thinking about her," Stewart said, adding, "All the love that poured out of this woman... I can cry about her at any moment."

Princess Diana died in a car accident in Paris in 1997 at the age of 36.

Stewart portrayed Diana in 'Spencer' (2021), directed by Pablo Larrain and written by Stephen Knight.

The film imagined a pivotal Christmas weekend in 1991, as Diana spent time with the royal family while her marriage to the future King Charles was unraveling.

Looking back, Stewart said she initially questioned Larrain's decision to cast her. She recalled telling the director he was "insane" and suggested he find someone else, citing physical differences such as height and eye colour.

Larrain, however, insisted the casting was about "spirit," not resemblance, as per People magazine.

Stewart's performance was widely praised and earned her a Best Actress nomination at the 2022 Academy Awards.

She said Larrain saw parallels between their experiences, particularly the pressure of constant public attention.

She added that by the end of filming she felt "a bit like a shell," a state she believed Diana herself experienced.

In an earlier interview with People magazine, Stewart said Diana had an "unstoppable light" and that portraying her allowed Stewart to grow personally, even imagining she could briefly share the princess's ability to make people feel good.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Diana was a global icon of compassion. I remember my parents talking about her charity work, especially with landmines. It's good that films like 'Spencer' keep her legacy alive for new generations. Stewart did a decent job capturing her spirit, not just her look.
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Aman W
Respectfully, while I appreciate the performance, I sometimes feel Western media revisits this tragedy a bit too much. There are so many inspiring Indian figures whose stories of struggle and charity deserve this kind of cinematic spotlight too. Just a thought.
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Sarah B
The pressure of constant public scrutiny she talks about... that's something so many can relate to now in the age of social media. Diana navigated it with such grace. Stewart's vulnerability in this interview is quite touching.
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Vikram M
"All the love that poured out of this woman..." – that line got me. It reminds me of how our own mothers and sisters pour out love for their families, often at great personal cost. Diana's story transcends borders. A tragic figure, truly.
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Kavya N
The director was right to focus on spirit over looks! That's what acting is about. Stewart's performance was brilliant. It's amazing how a role can change you. Makes me wonder about the actors who play our historical figures here.

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