King Charles denies saying he would forget Diana soon enough
King Charles has responded to claims by his former brother-in-law Charles Spencer that the monarch told him they would forget Princess Diana shortly after her death in August 1997.
Palace statement addresses memory claims
A Buckingham Palace spokesperson issued a statement regarding the upcoming memoir by Charles Spencer. The palace noted that grief can cloud reason and affect judgment over many years. They stated they do not comment on books as a matter of principle.
Spencer defends his recollection
Charles Spencer told the BBC that the alleged words were exactly what was said. He described the conversation as one of two he had with Charles in his lifetime. Spencer claims he shared the story with friends and family because the comments were so monstrous.
Context of funeral argument
The alleged exchange occurred during an argument about whether William and Harry should walk behind their mother's coffin. The memoir is due for release on September 22. Spencer says the call took place days after Diana died on August 31, 1997.
2 outlets, different leads
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Express Tribune
King Charles responds to Charles Spencer's claim that he said 'we’ll forget her soon enough' about Diana
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The Guardian
Earl Spencer doubles down on claims about ‘monstrous’ call with King Charles after Diana’s death
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