Why Is Diana’s Brother Making Claims About The King Now? | BBC Newscast

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Why Is Diana’s Brother Making Claims About The King Now? | BBC Newscast

Laura has interviewed Princess Diana’s brother, Earl Spencer, who has defended his claims about a phone call with King Charles.

He says the then-Prince of Wales said "we’ll forget her soon enough" during an argument over whether Princes William and Harry should walk in Diana’s funeral procession.

The Palace released a statement questioning his version of events, saying “grief can cloud reason, affect judgment and colour memory.”

So, what does the Earl Spencer say to that? And has this row become about integrity, and the right to tell Princess Diana’s story?

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Date: September 20, 2026