Diana's brother publishes memoir, sending shockwaves through the UK monarchy
Charles Spencer's eagerly awaited memoir concerning his late sister Princess Diana, entitled Swan Song: Diana, My Sister, became available for purchase on September 22, 2026.
Released through Penguin Random House, this 384-page volume explores their formative years together, Diana's difficulties within the royal institution, and the profound emotional consequences following her untimely 1997 passing.
The publication has prompted renewed tensions between the Spencer family and Buckingham Palace, stemming from several significant claims directed toward King Charles III.
Spencer contends that during an intense telephone exchange regarding whether young Princes William and Harry should accompany their mother's casket, the then-Prince Charles responded with considerable agitation. Spencer indicates Charles stated, "Rest assured, we'll forget her soon enough."
Spencer suggests that Charles appeared "remarkably pleased, comparable to someone who had won a substantial prize" upon learning of Diana's fatal accident in Paris.
The memoir indicates Charles communicated to Diana that he was not "in love" with her on the evening preceding their 1981 royal ceremony.
Spencer describes his sorrow throughout the funeral proceedings, observing a notable "absence of evident compassion toward Harry" and noting that the grieving 12-year-old appeared to "deteriorate without proper support" rather than receiving appropriate care.
Beyond commentary on the King, the work offers criticism of other members of the royal family. Spencer characterizes Princess Anne as "discourteous" during his formative years and mentions Prince Andrew displaying an unsuitable expression during a spiritual reference in their adolescence.
In an uncommon and forthright response, Buckingham Palace delivered a measured statement addressing the memoir's assertions: Nevertheless, Spencer responded to the Palace's statement, expressing to journalists that he perceived himself as being "manipulated through false narratives by the king."
The publication has additionally generated legal threats extending beyond the royal household. Media personality Piers Morgan publicly declared his intention to pursue legal action against Earl Spencer and his publishing partners regarding alleged.

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