It’s been almost thirty years since the world mourned the loss of Princess Diana in a devastating car accident in Paris, a tragedy that still resonates profoundly.
Among those who felt this heartache most acutely is Steve Davies, her former driver.
For eight years, he was more than just a chauffeur; he was a devoted protector and confidant.
However, his connection to the beloved royal was abruptly severed when he lost his job under circumstances that left him reeling.
Now, Davies is breaking his silence, suggesting that had he been behind the wheel on that fateful night in 1997, the outcome might have been drastically different.
Davies’s termination came as a surprise, especially after years of exemplary service.
It wasn’t until he watched Netflix’s *The Crown* that he began to piece together the unsettling dynamics that led to his dismissal.
He reveals that his exit wasn’t merely a standard protocol but rather a targeted decision influenced by misleading claims against him.
For Davies, the impact of losing his job went far beyond career disappointment.
He recalls the moment he learned about the rumors allegedly spread by BBC reporter Martin Bashir, who reportedly manipulated Diana into trusting him for his infamous Panorama interview.
Bashir’s deceitful portrayal of Davies as a “leak” within Diana’s circle felt like a deep betrayal.
“I would have taken a bullet for her,” he reflects, illustrating the depth of his loyalty.
“My job was my life,” he reminisces, emphasizing how integral his role was to his identity.
The pain of his dismissal weighed heavily on him, especially as he grappled with the realization that Bashir’s fabrications had undermined Diana’s trust in those closest to her.
Although the BBC has since issued a formal apology and compensated him, Davies believes these gestures fall short of mending the fractures caused by their inaction.
As he looks back on Diana’s tragic end, Davies is filled with an overwhelming sense of “what if.” He firmly believes that had he been driving that night in Paris, Diana could have survived.
“If only circumstances had been different,” he insists.
“If I had been behind the wheel, she’d still be here.
I would have protected her.”
With the scandal surrounding Bashir now exposed, Davies feels compelled to speak out against the years of silence.
“They should have acted sooner,” he asserts.
“Letting Bashir operate unchallenged while feeding Diana lies about me was inexcusable.”
His frustration is palpable, as he calls for accountability from the BBC.
Davies holds the BBC accountable for allowing deception to erode his relationship with Diana.
He believes the network prioritized protecting Bashir rather than addressing the damage inflicted on his reputation and their shared loyalty to the late princess.
As he begins to re-enter public life, Davies hopes his revelations will not only bring him justice but also honor the memory of the woman he served with unwavering devotion.
In sharing his story, Davies seeks closure, hoping to illuminate the truth about what transpired behind the scenes
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