Lady Diana enters the Musée Grévin: the eternal icon in “Revenge Dress

Almost three decades after her death, Lady Diana continues to inspire the world. Today, the Musée Grévin celebrates this mythical pop culture figure by unveiling a new character: the Princess of Wales in her famous “Revenge Dress”, a symbol of rebirth, freedom and new-found self-assurance. A powerful tribute to the cultural, media and emotional impact of the woman still known as the Princess of Hearts.

A legendary appearance: Diana in the Revenge Dress

On June 29, 1994, as England was discovering Prince Charles’ public confession of infidelity, Lady Diana chose the language of image. She appeared radiant at a London charity event in a black dress by Christina Stambolian. This now historic silhouette marks her emancipation as much as her power.
The Musée Grévin unveiled this version of Diana on November 20, 2025, a direct echo of her 1995 BBC interview, in which she uttered the famous phrase: “We were three in this marriage, so it was a bit crowded.”
Sculpted by Laurent Mallamaci, the statue takes its place under the museum’s dome, alongside fashion icons such as Jean Paul Gaultier, Marie-Antoinette and Aya Nakamura.

Diana, cultural figure, fashion and resilience

Far beyond the myth, Diana remains an absolute reference in the collective imagination. Her instinctive, visionary style continues to influence designers, fashion houses and fashion archives. Her iconic silhouettes are reborn season after season on catwalks and moodboards alike, while her daring sartorial style, always charged with meaning, inspires a new generation in search of authenticity.
But Diana is also a woman of rare emotional power. A woman who endured adversity under the spotlight, transforming her pain into commitment. Her empathy, her way of breaking taboos, her sincere relationship with others have shaped a modern humanitarian figure. Today, millions of fans, content creators, activists and young audiences are rediscovering her, particularly on TikTok, where her speeches, gestures and looks are going viral. With this new installation, the Grévin not only celebrates a fashion icon: it honors a resilient, free, luminous woman whose cultural reach continues to grow.

Mademoiselle Spencer the recommended book on Lady DI

Novelist Christine Orban, a member of the Grévin Academy, was present at the unveiling of the Lady Diana statue. Her latest book, Mademoiselle Spencer (Albin Michel), has already established itself as a must-read for all admirers of the princess. In this sensitive and elegant novel, Christine Orban explores the intimate construction of Diana, from childhood wounds to the affirmation of a woman who chose truth as the ultimate act of freedom. With a fine, nuanced pen, the author reveals the inner life of Lady Di: her impulses, her doubts, her contradictions, but also that singular light that touched the whole world. A book that reminds us that fairy tales can be cruel, but that they sometimes reveal heroines who are stronger than their legends.

The Musée Grévin: a magical world to rediscover

To dive into the Grévin is to enter a world where personalities come to life. With its immersive decors, theatrical set designs and larger-than-life figures, the museum remains a must-see place for a timeless experience. Each new figure enriches this journey through history, culture and imagination. Founded in 1882, the Musée Grévin is one of the oldest wax museums in the world. The brainchild of journalist Arthur Meyer, its vocation was to give a face to the great personalities of the day, at a time when photography was rare. Its magic soon worked: sumptuous decors, theatrical staging and strikingly realistic sculpted figures drew the public in. Today, Grévin continues to perpetuate this unique art form, combining heritage, innovation and entertainment. A visit that remains a timeless pleasure, for young and old alike, in the heart of an enchanted Paris.

Practical info :
Or where? Musée Grévin, 10, boulevard Montmartre 75009 Paris
Need help? 01 47 70 85 05
The switchboard is open: Monday to Sunday, 9am to 12:30pm and 1:30pm to 5pm.
When? From November 20, 2025
Access: On-site or online ticketing

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