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Diana's Private Hopes Revealed in Brother's Memoir
26 Sep
Summary
- Charles Spencer's memoir details Princess Diana's life after divorce.
- Diana dreamed of moving to South Africa with her heart surgeon boyfriend.
- Prince Charles' reaction to Diana's death was 'giddily elated,' Spencer claims.
Charles Spencer's memoir, 'Swan Song,' offers intimate glimpses into Princess Diana's life following her divorce.
Spencer recounts Diana's aspiration to move to South Africa with her boyfriend, heart surgeon Dr. Hasnat Khan, envisioning a new life away from England's pressures.
The book also highlights Spencer's recollection of then-Prince Charles' reaction to Diana's death, which he characterized as 'giddily elated,' suggesting Charles felt it freed him to marry his preferred partner.
Further revelations include an American politician who courted Diana post-divorce, with her musing about becoming a First Lady. Diana also reportedly confided in Spencer about then-Prince Charles' alleged infatuation with his valet.
Spencer's memoir also touches upon Diana's close relationship with her brother and her 'traditionally feminine' interests, contrasting with the pressures she faced within the royal family.
