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

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

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

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

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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The journalist who broke the news of Princess Diana's death has reflected on her lasting public impact.
Today marks 25 years since she was killed in that Paris car crash at the age of 36.
The Press Association broke the news of her death, 17 minutes before the official announcement was made.
Former executive editor Mike Parry told Mike Hosking it was the biggest story of his career and lifetime.
He says she was the most popular woman in the world when alive, and now one of history's most revered figures.
LISTEN ABOVE

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