Massive Blow for William and Harry: It's About Lady Di

Some farewells hurt more than one expects because they bring with them the memory of moments impossible to forget. There are people whose presence silently marked a story. It was like that with the one who was with William and Harry when their world collapsed.

Sometimes nothing needs to be said to provide comfort, just being there, firm, close, and human. That kind of figure leaves a mark that time doesn't erase. Their goodbye not only moves but also revives a deeply sad chapter in the princes' lives.

A Loss That Revives the Most Intimate Pain

Graham Craker, the bodyguard who accompanied Princes William and Harry in their youth, has passed away. His death brings back memories that both have never left behind. He was with them the day they learned that their mother, Diana, had died.

On that tragic August 31, 1997, Craker was at Balmoral with the family. The next morning, he saw William walking with his dog and approached him. "I'm very sorry to hear your bad news," he said.

With serenity, the young prince simply replied: "Thank you." Years later, Craker recalled: "Perhaps the most emotional thing was seeing William the next morning." A scene that still moves those who know it.

Much More Than a Bodyguard: An Essential Figure

Craker was an officer of the Metropolitan Police for 35 years. For 15, he was in charge of the princes' personal protection. He retired in 2001, but his bond with them never disappeared.

He was with William and Harry during Lady Di's funeral. "William looked up and greeted me, I looked at him and nodded. William felt comforted knowing I was with his mother on her last journey."

Harry, in his memoirs, wrote: "The driver had to stop constantly so the bodyguard could get out and clear the flowers from the windshield." He added: "We always called him Crackers."

A Legacy That Transcends the Royal Household

Years later, he was invited to William and Kate's wedding. A gesture that reflects how much he meant in their lives. His dedication earned him the Royal Victorian Order from Queen Elizabeth II.

Outside the royal sphere, he worked as a volunteer in social organizations. At Southern Maltings, they remembered him as "our own James Bond." "He will be remembered for his laughter, his warmth, and how he always wanted to help people."

Crackers was more than a bodyguard. He was an unwavering support, a serene face in pain, and an example of dedication and humanity. Today, he is bid farewell with respect and gratitude.