Amad Eldin Mohamed Abdel Menahem Fayed, famously known as Dodi Fayed, was born in Alexandria, Egypt in 1955.

He was the eldest son of millionaire businessman Mohamed Al Fayed, the owner of the renowned Harrods department store in the United Kingdom, along with other successful businesses.

Growing up in a world of opulence, Dodi received an exclusive education across Europe, including attending the prestigious Sanhurst Military Academy, which also counted Princes Harry and William among its alumni.

From his teenage years, Dodi made a name for himself on the vibrant London nightlife scene, frequently seen at top fashion clubs.

He soon gained a reputation as a charismatic millionaire and a successful movie producer.

The paths of Dodi Fayed and Princess Diana crossed while she was still married to Prince Charles, at a polo match where Dodi and Charles coincidentally competed on opposing teams.

However, it wasn’t until 1997 that their relationship deepened.

While the true extent of Princess Diana’s feelings towards the accomplished producer remains uncertain, it is widely known that Dodi had serious intentions of marrying her.

Regardless of the truth behind their relationship, it faced opposition from various figures in the country’s political sphere.

Even Tony Blair, the prime minister at the time, expressed concerns about their connection in his autobiography.

Many speculate that Princess Diana sought solace in her relationship with Dodi after her love affair with renowned surgeon Hasn’t Gone ended in 1997.

It is believed that Princess Diana had developed strong feelings for him.

When photographs of Diana vacationing with Dodi and his children surfaced, the couple had only been together for a few months.

Nevertheless, the news was so unexpected and captivating that the media meticulously documented every aspect of their lives.

On the night of August 30, 1997, the couple was spotted dining at the luxurious Ritz Hotel in Paris, which happened to be owned by Mohammed Al-Fayed, Dodi’s father.

According to Dodi’s father, the couple had even become engaged during their trip.

Tragically, in the early hours of August 31, 1997, as they were en route to Dodi’s apartment with their driver and bodyguards, their vehicle lost control, resulting in a fatal crash that claimed the lives of Princess Diana, Dodi Fayed, and their driver, Henri Paul.

The loss of the beloved Princess Diana shook the world, leaving an indelible impact on millions.

However, the death of Dodi Fayed did not generate the same level of public mourning.

Dodi was laid to rest in a Muslim ceremony at a mosque in London.

Following his passing, his father erected small shrines throughout London as a tribute to his son and Princess Diana.

In 2005, a lavish and controversial monument featuring a sculpture of the couple dancing was unveiled.