What does Charles Spencer mean by 'gaslit by a king'?

He means King Charles manipulated him emotionally and mentally through his response.

How did Spencer react to the King's statement?

He felt really upset, describing it as condescending and dishonest.

Did Spencer indicate any future outlook regarding Diana?

He remarked, 'Rest assured, we’ll forget her soon enough,' alluding to ongoing tensions.

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Charles Spencer says he was ‘gaslit’ by King Charles over Diana memoir

Earl of Spencer breaks silence after Palace’s response to his book

Charles Spencer, the brother of Diana, Princess of Wales, has accused King Charles of ‘gaslighting’ him following the Palace’s reaction to his memoir about Diana. Spencer expressed his upset over what he described as a condescending and dishonest response from the King.

Reported by: निहारिका टाइम्स न्यूज़ डेस्क

Published Sep 21, 2026

News Desk, Niharika Times

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Charles Spencer, brother of Princess Diana, accused King Charles of ‘gaslighting’ him following the Palace’s reaction to his memoir about Diana. Spencer said he found the King’s response condescending and dishonest, and commented on the impact of grief on memory and judgment.

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Spencer said he was ‘really upset’ because he found the King’s response not only condescending but also lacking in straightforwardness. He described the experience as being ‘gaslit by a king’. He added that the pain of fraternal grief can cloud reason, affect judgment, and colour memory. Spencer’s comments came after the Palace issued a statement regarding his memoir on Diana. He also remarked, “Rest assured, we’ll forget her soon enough,” reflecting on the ongoing tensions.

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What does Charles Spencer mean by 'gaslit by a king'?: He means King Charles manipulated him emotionally and mentally through his response.
How did Spencer describe the emotional impact of his grief?: He said fraternal grief can cloud reason, affect judgment, and colour memory.
How did Spencer react to the King's statement?: He felt really upset, describing it as condescending and dishonest.
Did Spencer indicate any future outlook regarding Diana?: He remarked, 'Rest assured, we’ll forget her soon enough,' alluding to ongoing tensions.

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