Charles Spencer has shared a rare public view on the estrangement between Prince William and Prince Harry, offering support for both brothers rather than taking sides. During a BBC interview tied to his new book, Swan Song: Diana, My Sister, Princess Diana’s brother made clear that he sees himself as a steady family presence. According to Hello Magazine, Spencer said he would be there for either nephew if needed. His remarks come as the brothers remain apart, with any repair in their relationship still appearing distant.
Charles Spencer Backs Both Diana’s Sons
Spencer dismissed the idea that he is aligned with one brother over the other. “I think there is a perception in the media that I am on Harry’s side. Well, I’m on my deceased sister’s sons’ side, both of them,” said Charles Spencer according to Hello Magazine. He added that he would be “equally there” for either of them and did not want to be pulled into opposing camps. He also suggested there are “a lot of reasons on both sides” behind the breakdown and said he hopes the relationship can one day be repaired.
Security Fears for Prince Harry and Meghan
The earl also spoke about Prince Harry’s protection, linking his concern to the death of his sister. He said he worries about “the fifth-in-line to the throne” having no police protection after military service, and argued that his own family history shapes that view. Spencer drew a line between the media pressure faced by Diana and the scrutiny surrounding Harry and Meghan. He said such treatment can become a damaging force in daily life and warned against ignoring the lessons of the past.
Charles Spencer Revisits Diana Funeral Dispute
Another major point from the interview was Spencer’s account of the disagreement over Diana’s funeral arrangements. He repeated his objection to William and Harry walking behind their mother’s coffin as boys, saying Diana would not have wanted it. He also stood by his recollection of a phone call with then-Prince Charles, insisting the words he has attributed to him were accurate. Spencer said the comments would not be new to William and Harry, suggesting the brothers were already familiar with his position on that painful period.
Palace Pushback Adds Pressure to Royal Rift
The Palace responded after extracts from Spencer’s book were published, rejecting his version of events in an unusually direct statement. The response said grief can affect memory and judgment many years later. As reported by Hello Magazine, royal commentators believe the timing is difficult for King Charles and unhelpful for William and Harry, who are said to want Diana’s legacy centered on service rather than old disputes. The latest claims place fresh pressure on already fragile family relationships, while Spencer’s intervention keeps the focus firmly on unresolved tensions.
