Lady Kitty Spencer Enjoys Lavish Summer Amid Father's Memoir Controversy

Lady Kitty Spencer, 35, has shared highlights from a summer of extensive travel with her husband, businessman Michael Lewis, 67, and their three-year-old daughter, Athena. The socialite posted images on social media showcasing family time and luxurious getaways to locations including The Hamptons and the French Riviera.

One photograph featured their daughter Athena dressed in a cherry-print dress, appearing to walk on a beach with sunloungers visible in the background. Another captured Spencer in a striking two-piece outfit aboard the superyacht Maison Mytheresa, which sailed between Monaco and Saint-Tropez in June. The yacht is described as an exclusive, invite-only vessel with a weekly cost of approximately £509,000.

Spencer also posted a rare couple's photo with Lewis, whom she married in July 2021. The couple, who met in 2018, welcomed Athena in 2023, announcing her arrival on Mother's Day the following year. Spencer captioned a photo of herself holding baby Athena, "It's the joy of my life to be your mummy, little one. I love you unconditionally."

Further glimpses into their summer included images of Spencer and Athena enjoying the sea, playing tennis, and engaging in a ring toss game. They were also seen at a large villa and visiting a market. Spencer's travels also included attending a Dolce & Gabbana Alta Moda event in Sicily, where she shared a video of Jennifer Lopez performing.

These personal posts come amidst public attention surrounding her father, Earl Spencer, who recently released his memoir "Swan Song, Diana: My Sister." Lady Kitty has reportedly distanced herself from the controversy associated with the book, which includes claims about Princess Diana's interactions with King Charles III following her death. Buckingham Palace issued a statement in response to some of the memoir's assertions, suggesting that grief can affect memory and judgment.

Michael Lewis, a British-South African investor and businessman, is the chairman of the Foschini Group, which owns retail chains such as Whistles and Phase Eight. His net worth is estimated at £80 million. He has three children from a previous marriage. Lady Kitty Spencer is the eldest daughter of Charles, the 9th Earl Spencer, and his first wife, Victoria Lockwood. She is a first cousin to Prince William and Prince Harry, making her daughter Athena a second cousin to their children.