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Was King Charles 'giddily elated' after Princess Diana's death?
Sep 16, 2026 · general · 5 sources · AI-assisted summary, sources cited below
Where the coverage splits
Spencer alleges Charles was elated — 2 outlets
Charles Spencer's memoir claims King Charles felt "giddily elated" after Diana's death.
Nine.com.au · Sep 18, 2026
Earl Spencer's book claims King Charles was elated after Princess Diana's death
NBC News · Sep 18, 2026
Princess Diana's brother criticizes King Charles in memoir, palace responds
Palace denies elation claim — 3 outlets
Buckingham Palace states the allegation that Charles was "giddily elated" is false.
Mamamia · Sep 18, 2026
King Charles III responds to claims in Earl Spencer's upcoming memoir
Fox News · Sep 16, 2026
King Charles responds to claims in Charles Spencer's upcoming memoir
NBC News · Sep 18, 2026
Princess Diana's brother criticizes King Charles in memoir, palace responds
What the facts support
- The British royal family is the subject of multiple news reports.
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