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Earl Spencer: Royal media tactics echo Diana's pain
20 Sep
Summary
- Spencer sees disturbing parallels between Diana's media treatment and the Sussexes'.
- He describes the press's influence on royals as potentially 'cancerous'.
- Spencer accused King Charles of gaslighting him about Diana's death.
Earl Spencer believes the press coverage of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex mirrors the media's treatment of his late sister, Diana, Princess of Wales. He characterized the media's influence on the royal couple as potentially 'cancerous.' Spencer advised people to learn from Diana's experiences with intense public scrutiny.
These remarks come after Spencer accused King Charles of gaslighting him concerning alleged comments made after Diana's passing. Spencer claims Charles said they would 'forget her soon enough.' Buckingham Palace responded to the memoir's claims by suggesting that 'the pain of fraternal grief can cloud reason.'
Spencer stated he informed close friends and family immediately about the king's alleged 'monstrous' comments. He asserted he is telling the truth about the king's remarks. Harry and Meghan have also been vocal about their negative experiences with the tabloid press, citing a 'toxic environment.'