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The heart surgeon was an integral part of Princess Dianas life for two years.

The pair hit it off immediately, and a relationship soon followed.

Khan was an integral part of Dianas life for two years before the two parted ways in 1997.

Pakistani surgeon Hasnat Khan, identified as an “ex-lover” of Lady Diana, Princess of Wales. (Photo …

But who is Dr Hasnat Khan, and what was their relationship like?

He studied for his PhD at Imperial College, and he specialises in heart and lung surgery.

How Did Dr Hasnat Khan & Princess Diana Meet?

Heart surgeon Hasnat Khan is shown walking in this 1996 file photo. According to British “Sunday Mi…

In 1995,Khan was working at the Royal Brompton Hospital in London.

She said yes and that was it really.

After that visit, Khan has said their friendship swiftly turned into a relationship.

PAKISTAN - JUNE 22:  Diana, Princess of Wales at the Shaukat Khanum Memorial Hospital, Lahore, Pakis…

What Was Their Relationship Like?

One night, Diana was caught by a tabloid photographer as she entered the hospital.

However, he was grateful for the way Diana treated him during these moments of stress.

Diana, Princess of Wales, wearing a pale blue shalwar kameez, speaks to Jemima Khan during a visit t…

Diana was very protective towards me and wanted to shield me from the attention, Khan said.

Why Did They Split Up?

In his inquest statement,Khan revealed that it was Diana that called their relationship off.

Saeed as Dr Hasnat Khan in ‘The Crown’ S5

What Has Hasnat Khan Said About Princess Diana Since?

She did a lot of work.

She got to where she was on what she was, he explained.

She didnt just shake hands and wave at people.

She actually did things.

Now she has gone, there is a huge vacuum she has left a gap.

Where Is Dr Hasnat Khan Now?

Per theDaily Mail, Dr Khanlives in Essexand does humanitarian work in Saudi Arabia, Ethiopia, and Pakistan.

Who Plays Dr Hasnat Khan InThe Crown?

As previously stated, Pakistani star Humayun Saeed.

Speaking toVarietyaboutThe Crownspecifically,Saeed commented on how his character and the late Princess were total opposites.

This article was originally published onJan.