Princess Diana’s brother, Charles Spencer, has stood by controversial claims in his new book, “Swan Song: Diana, My Sister,” which alleges that King Charles III said Diana would be 'forgotten soon enough' after her death. The book also details tensions between the Spencer and royal families over Diana’s funeral procession and treatment during her marriage.
Key Takeaways
Princess Diana's brother, Charles Spencer, has defended claims in his new book about King Charles III, alleging that he said Diana would be 'forgotten soon enough' after her death. The book also details tensions over the funeral procession and Diana's treatment by the royal family.
- Charles Spencer insists his claims are true despite Buckingham Palace's rebuttal
- The book includes allegations of King Charles' contempt for Diana during their marriage
- Prince Harry is reportedly working on a documentary about his mother as the 30th anniversary of her death approaches
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▼Source Claims Check
High ConsensusAll 6 publishers report consistent facts across 4 key claims.
| Claim | Status | Reason | |
|---|---|---|---|
| King Charles' Alleged Statement | Broad Agreement | We'll forget her soon enough | |
| Spencer's Support For Harry And William | Broad Agreement | I think there is a perception in the media that I am on Harry’s side. Well, I’m on my deceased sist… | |
| Spencer's Claim About King Charles' Reaction To Diana's Death | Broad Agreement | I was really upset with that because I thought it was very, not only condescending, but not straigh… | |
| Spencer's Claim About Harry And William Being Informed Of The Book | Broad Agreement | I told them at the same time |
King Charles' Alleged Statement
Broad AgreementWe'll forget her soon enough
Spencer's Support For Harry And William
Broad AgreementI think there is a perception in the media that I am on Harry’s side. Well, I’m on my deceased sister’s sons’ side, both of them
Spencer's Claim About King Charles' Reaction To Diana's Death
Broad AgreementI was really upset with that because I thought it was very, not only condescending, but not straight.
Spencer's Claim About Harry And William Being Informed Of The Book
Broad AgreementI told them at the same time
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Spencer told the BBC that he is telling the truth about a phone call with then-Prince Charles shortly after Diana’s death in 1997, despite Buckingham Palace suggesting grief may have affected his memory. He also claimed that King Charles had 'contempt' for Diana and sounded 'elated' after her death.
The book has sparked a war of words between the Spencer family and the royal household, with Buckingham Palace issuing a rare statement questioning the veracity of Spencer’s claims. The palace stated that grief can 'cloud reason, affect judgment and color memory,' but Spencer insists his account is accurate.
Spencer also addressed the ongoing rift between Princes William and Harry, stating that he supports both nephews equally and hopes they reconcile. Meanwhile, Prince Harry is reportedly working on a documentary about Diana as the 30th anniversary of her death approaches. The book was published ahead of this milestone, which falls on August 31.
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