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'Swan Song': New book by Princess Diana's brother drops

Buckingham Palace issued a rare rebuttal after Earl Spencer alleged King Charles III dismissed Diana’s death and funeral concerns, while Spencer said he stands by the claims.

  • On Tuesday, Prince William visited ActOne Cinema in Acton, London, to celebrate the venue's fifth anniversary. The Prince of Wales served popcorn and worked the ticket till during the community event.
  • Public scrutiny surrounding Earl Spencer's newly released book, Swan Song: Diana, My Sister, shadowed the visit. The memoir includes controversial allegations regarding King Charles and the period following Princess Diana's death.
  • Reporters questioned William regarding whether he had read his uncle's memoir upon arrival at the cinema. He ignored the inquiries and proceeded directly inside for his scheduled engagement.
  • Buckingham Palace issued an "unprecedented" response to the book's claims, stating that "the pain of fraternal grief can cloud reason." The publication has sparked a high-profile dispute between Earl Spencer and the Palace.
  • Allegations in the book include claims that King Charles described the period after Diana's death as "strangely matter-of-fact." These contentious assertions have dominated headlines throughout the past week.
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Charles Spencer's book about his late sister Princess Diana (†36) brings him daily trouble. Now Diana's ex-butler Paul Burrell also registers and criticizes Spencer's statements in the book.

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In a new book dedicated to her sister, Lady Diana, Charles Spencer raises the veil on particularly painful episodes of her life. Her story goes back to a period during which the isolated Princess of Wales had let herself go to dark thoughts.

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Diana's former butler Paul Burrell contradicts Charles Spencer's portrayal in his new book. He remembers a deeply shaken Charles after Diana's death and makes serious accusations against her brother.

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Sky News UK broke the news in United Kingdom on Saturday, September 19, 2026.
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