Claims Diana still ‘resented’ in Palace amid Earl Spencer book fallout

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1. 34d ago

   Earl Spencer Book Fallout Intensifies as Royal Family Responds

   Earl Spencer faces fresh backlash from Princess Diana's former butler following the release of his new royal memoir, which details claims concerning Princess Diana's funeral, Prince Harry's security, and a feud between William and Harry. King Charles III and Prince William are reportedly furious over the publication, which contains damning allegations about the monarch. Meanwhile, Charles Spencer has spoken out against palace claims regarding his memory, even asserting during a BBC interview that he told people at the time about the king's behavior, naming the late US journalist Barbara Walters among them.

   Why it matters

   The publication of Charles Spencer's memoir has reignited historical grievances surrounding Princess Diana's death and her relationship with the royal family. Buckingham Palace aides previously claimed that the author is picking at past scars because he cannot bear the popularity of King Charles and Queen Camilla. While Prince William has maintained a strategy of silence, the wider fallout continues to generate intense public scrutiny and criticism from figures close to the royal household.

   What is confirmed

   • Earl Spencer released a new book containing claims about the royal family's behavior surrounding Princess Diana's death.
   • Charles Spencer addressed the palace's claims concerning his memory following the release of his book.
   • During a BBC interview, Earl Spencer revealed new claims regarding King Charles, Princess Diana's funeral, Prince Harry's security, and the feud between William and Harry.
   • Princess Diana's former butler has taken aim at Charles Spencer following the release of his new book.

   Still unconfirmed

   • King Charles exhibited ballistic behavior according to revelations from the Earl Spencer interview.
   • Earl Spencer did not particularly speak to his sister, the late Princess Diana, unless he wanted something.

   What to watch next

   • Any direct public response from King Charles or Prince William regarding the memoir's specific allegations.
   • Further commentary or disclosures from Earl Spencer concerning his historical claims.
   Sources used for this update (12)

   1. www.cosmopolitan.com — King Charles’ “Ballistic” Behavior and the Brothers’ Feud: 8 Shocking Revelations From Earl Spencer Interview
   2. www.townandcountrymag.com — Earl Spencer’s Book Rocked the Royals, But the Bigger PR Challenge Is Still Ahead
   3. www.foxnews.com — King Charles, Prince William 'furious' as Princess Diana's brother unleashes explosive claims: experts
   4. uk.news.yahoo.com — Earl Spencer claims he told Barbara Walters about King’s ...
   5. www.realitytea.com — Princess Diana’s Brother Isn’t Staying Silent on Palace’s ...
   6. www.express.co.uk — Earl Spencer humiliated as he faces embarrassing new Diana claim
   7. www.independent.co.uk — Earl Spencer doubles down on book claim over King’s alleged ...
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2. 45d ago

   Palace aides criticize Earl Spencer following Princess Diana memoir

   Buckingham Palace aides claim Earl Spencer is picking at past scars and cannot bear the current popularity of King Charles and Queen Camilla. The criticism follows the release of Spencer's book, which contains claims about the royal family's behavior surrounding Princess Diana's death. While the Palace is reportedly reeling from the extracts, Prince William has chosen to follow the never complain, never explain approach in response to the memoir.

   Why it matters

   Earl Spencer is the brother of Princess Diana. His new book revisits the events of Diana's life and death, reopening conflicts between the Spencer family and the British monarchy.

   What is confirmed

   • Earl Spencer has published a book about his sister, Princess Diana.
   • Prince William has opted for a never complain, never explain strategy regarding the memoir.

   Still unconfirmed

   • The Queen argued for togetherness during a row with the Spencers.

   What to watch next

   • Official response from Buckingham Palace regarding specific book claims
   • Further public statements from Prince William or King Charles
   • Additional extracts from the memoir published by news outlets
   Sources used for this update (9)

   1. The Independent — Royals live: Queen’s offer on day of Diana’s funeral revealed in Earl Spencer book
   2. CBS News — Princess Diana's brother claims Charles sounded "like a lottery winner" after she died
   3. People.com — Charles Spencer Recalls Prince Philip ‘Overruling’ King Charles Over Their Places in Princess Diana’s Funeral Walk
   4. bbc.com — Earl Spencer's Diana book opens old wounds royals would rather forget
   5. cnn.com — 5 explosive claims in new book by Princess Diana’s brother
   6. The Times — William opts for ‘never complain, never explain’ over Diana memoir
   7. CNN — Who is Earl Spencer, the man at the center of the latest royal saga?
   8. The Telegraph — Queen argues for togetherness amid Spencer row
   9. www.dailymail.com — Earl Spencer is 'picking at scars of the past' with his Diana memoir and 'can't bear' Charles and Camilla's popularity, Palace aides claim
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