Charles Spencer Sees Echoes of Diana's Torment in Harry and Meghan's Treatment

Charles Spencer, the brother of the late Princess Diana, has stated that he sees parallels between his sister's public treatment and the experiences of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Spencer described the media coverage directed at the couple as "really, really unpleasant," drawing a connection to the intense scrutiny Diana faced before her death in 1997.

In an interview with the BBC promoting his new book, "Swan Song: Diana, My Sister," Spencer expressed concern over what he termed "cancerous" criticism directed at Harry and Meghan. He suggested that learning from Diana's example would be beneficial, referencing the profound impact of media attention on his sister's life.

"For anyone who is being destroyed in this way daily, it must be such a cancerous influence in their life," Spencer remarked during the interview. He recalled Diana being deeply affected by the public's perception and the constant attention, noting, "I think it’s a pity when I see echoes of that now."

Prince Harry himself has previously drawn comparisons between his wife's situation and that of his mother. In a 2021 Apple TV+ series, Harry stated his fear of "losing another woman in my life" due to similar pressures, alluding to what he described as the "same people, the same business model, the same industry" contributing to historical tragedies.

Spencer's memoir delves into his relationship with Diana and her experiences in the public eye. Excerpts from the book have already generated significant attention, including claims about King Charles III's reaction to Diana's death. Spencer alleged that Charles, then divorced from Diana, reacted with "giddily elated" joy and stated that his former wife would be "forgotten soon enough."

King Charles III's office has reportedly responded to these claims, with a statement suggesting that "the pain of fraternal grief can cloud reason, affect judgment and color memory in ways others do not recognize, even many years after such a loss." Spencer, however, maintained his account during his BBC interview, insisting he was "telling the truth" about the remarks made by his brother-in-law.

Spencer's book, "Swan Song: Diana, My Sister," is set to be released this week, promising further insights into the life and struggles of Princess Diana and the dynamics within the royal family.