Overview
- Russell said he met Diana at the 1991 royal premiere of Backdraft, where he was seated between her and then–Prince Charles.
- Recognizing her struggles with paparazzi, he offered a secure retreat and says Diana later brought William and Harry for a week.
- According to Russell, he and his family were away during the visit, Diana sent thank‑you cards afterward, and the family housekeeper Bonnie grew close to her.
- Russell added that Prince Harry has repeatedly told him the trip was remembered as one of the really fun times with his mother.
- The actor, who owns a ranch in Colorado, joked that the future king slept in his son’s room, and media reports note the account remains a personal anecdote without royal confirmation.