Prince Harry delivers heartfelt speech about son Archie and late mother Princess Diana

"My mother was a role model to many, without realizing the impact she would have on so many lives," the royal said

Prince Harry is not shy about opening up about his feelings towards his late mother Diana Princess. The Duke of Sussex — who welcomed his first child, son Archie Harrison, with wife Meghan Markle about two months ago — recently spoke about the impact his mom had on the world, reported E News.

While attending The Diana Award National Youth Mentoring Summit two days ago, the Royal delivered a heartfelt speech about Diana and the role model he wants to be for his baby boy.

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"My mother, Princess Diana, was a role model to so many, without realising the impact she would have on so many lives," Prince Harry said. "You don't have to be a princess or a public figure to be a role model. In fact, it's equally valuable if you're not because it's more relatable. Being a role model and mentor can help heal the wounds of your own past and create a better future for someone else."

He continued, "The person who may be sitting here today that doesn't realise that someone looks up to them, that – for that person – you inspire them to be kinder, better, greater, more successful, more impactful."

APS survivor Ahmed Nawaz becomes first Pakistani to receive Diana Award for anti-radicalisation work 

Harry then shifted is speech to his role as a father to baby Archie and the people he sees everyday that inspire those watching without even realising.

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APS survivor Ahmed Nawaz received the Diana Award for his anti-radicalisation work, becoming the first Pakistani to receive the honour.

The Diana Award is the only charity set up in memory of the late Diana, which is founded as a legacy to the 'Queen of Hearts' and her belief that young people have the power to change the world.

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At the end of his speech, Harry shared a special message. "To the mentees here today, I am incredibly proud of what you've achieved, and I can safely say that my mother, who would have turned 58 yesterday, would feel the same."

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