Earl Spencer Alleges Late Queen Reacted ‘Tetchily’ to Princess Diana’s Fatal Crash

Earl Spencer reveals in his new memoir that the late Queen responded with irritation to news of Princess Diana's 1997 car accident in Paris.

Editorial Desk

September 19, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — London, United Kingdom — Earl Spencer is intensifying the discourse surrounding his upcoming memoir, reiterating explosive allegations regarding the royal family’s conduct following the death of his sister, Princess Diana.

In the new book, the 62-year-old author claims that the late Queen reacted “tetchily” upon receiving the initial news of the 1997 car accident in Paris. According to Spencer, the monarch displayed irritation when first informed of the crash, well before the full, devastating gravity of the situation was understood.

📄 POLICY WIRE WHITEPAPER PUBLISHED: PAKISTAN’S NATIONAL SECURITY POLICY PRIORITIES

👉 READ BY CLICKING HERE

This revelation is part of a series of bombshell claims Spencer has brought to light in recent interviews. Another excerpt from the memoir alleges that the current King once told his former brother-in-law that the world would “forget her soon enough” in reference to the late Princess.

The claims have sparked a growing royal controversy as the publication date for the memoir approaches. Spencer continues to stand by his accounts of these private interactions during one of the most turbulent periods in modern British royal history.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

Author

Editorial Desk

Policy Wire is your go-to editorial hub for insightful perspectives and informed analysis on pressing policy issues, both regionally and globally. Over the years, Policy Wire has collaborated with leading international news agencies—including AFP, AP, Reuters, and others—to provide fact-based reporting and nuanced commentary. With a commitment to clarity and credibility, we aim to bridge the gap between complex policy debates and public understanding, ensuring that our readers stay informed on the issues shaping the world today.