Wallis, Duchess of Windsor quotes

Wallis, Duchess of Windsor was an American socialite who became internationally famous for her relationship with King Edward VIII. Her marriage to Edward led to his abdication from the British throne, causing a constitutional crisis. She remains a controversial figure, remembered for her role in one of the most dramatic episodes in British royal history. Here are 12 of her quotes:

For a gallant spirit there can never be defeat.

Wallis, Duchess of Windsor

I hate this place. I shall hate it to my grave.

Wallis, Duchess of Windsor

I am so anxious for you not to abdicate and I think the fact that you do is going to put me in the wrong light to the entire world because they will say that I could have prevented it.

Wallis, Duchess of Windsor

I am sure there is only one solution, that is for me to remove myself from the King's life. That is what I am doing now.

Wallis, Duchess of Windsor

Forgive me for not writing but this man is exhausting.

Wallis, Duchess of Windsor

Never explain, never complain.

Wallis, Duchess of Windsor

You have no idea how hard it is to live out a great romance.

Wallis, Duchess of Windsor

I never make a trip to the United States without visiting a supermarket. To me they are more fascinating than any fashion salon.

Wallis, Duchess of Windsor

I look a hundred and weigh 110 - you won't love me when you see the wreck England has made me.

Wallis, Duchess of Windsor

A woman's life can really be a succession of lives, each revolving around some emotionally compelling situation or challenge, and each marked off by some intense experience.

Wallis, Duchess of Windsor