Diana Returns to Paris: Grevin Museum Unveils 'Revenge Dress' Wax Figure
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In a poignant tribute, the Grevin Museum in Paris has unveiled a life-size wax figure of Princess Diana, dressed in her iconic 'revenge dress,' nearly three decades after her tragic death in the city. The figure, which was commissioned after a visit to Madame Tussauds in London, is a replica of the black, off-the-shoulder cocktail dress Diana wore to a 1994 event at the Serpentine Gallery in London. This dress was significant as it was the same night Prince Charles acknowledged his infidelity with Camilla Parker Bowles on television. The unveiling coincides with the 30th anniversary of Diana's explosive interview with BBC 'Panorama,' which many believe damaged the reputation of the British monarchy. The Grevin Museum's newest addition is positioned separately from wax figures of her ex-husband, Prince Charles, and mother-in-law, Queen Camilla, a deliberate choice that highlights Diana's independence. Experts believe the 'revenge dress' symbolizes Diana's liberation from the constraints of royal life. French novelist Christine Orban, who wrote a novel from Diana's perspective, sees the dress as a turning point in her story. 'The dress is very significant of her liberation because in the royal family, black is only worn for funerals, and then such a sexy dress for a Princess of Wales, well, that's not common either,' she said. The Grevin Museum, founded in the 19th century, has long featured wax figures of historical and cultural figures, including British royals. Diana's addition is expected to attract even more visitors, with the museum already drawing over 700,000 annual visitors. For Parisians, the tribute is a reminder of the city's enduring affection for the late Princess of Wales. 'Paris never completely let go of Diana, so it made sense that a big wax museum finally did this,' said Julien Martin, 38. 'She seems like the first modern princess — glamorous, but also vulnerable,' added Lina Ben Amar, a 24-year-old student. Diana will be displayed alongside another prominent royal, Marie Antoinette, who died in Paris centuries earlier.
