19 Photos of the Royal Family Hugging Fans

Historically, the royal family hasn't been big on PDA, let alone getting particularly hand-on with the public, but recent decades have seen that change in a big way. Back in the '80s, Princess Diana really got things started, breaking from royal tradition to hug her fans, and in the process ingratiating herself to the public and setting new precedents. From her trailblazing embraces to the royals who have followed in her hugging footsteps, here's a look at some of the sweetest moments the royals have shared with their fans.