Earl Spencer Accuses King Charles of Gaslighting in Heated Royal Dispute

Earl Spencer accuses King Charles of gaslighting and being 'astonishingly provocative' in latest royal feud.

September 20, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — London, United Kingdom — Earl Spencer has leveled serious accusations against King Charles, claiming the monarch is engaging in gaslighting and has been ‘astonishingly provocative’ in their ongoing conflict.

The controversy stems from the release of Spencer’s memoir, Swan Song: Diana, My Sister, which contains allegations about the late Princess Diana and her relationship with the King. The royal family has responded to these claims, prompting a sharp reaction from the earl.

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Spencer denied that financial gain was his motivation for writing the book and expressed belief that his late sister would support his decision. The Palace has pushed back against some of the more explosive statements attributed to the King, including one where he allegedly said, ‘we’ll forget her soon enough’ after Diana’s death.

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