King Charles III reportedly caused Princess Diana distress shortly after she gave birth to Prince Harry. The incident allegedly occurred during Charles’ first visit to his newborn son, where he made remarks that Diana interpreted as detrimental to their marriage. This revelation was shared by Diana with her confidant Paul Burrell, who has now disclosed the details amid ongoing speculation about the future dynamics between Prince Harry and King Charles following their recent reunion.
According to Burrell’s account in his latest book, Diana recounted how Charles commented on Harry’s red hair, to which she pointed out the genetic trait from her family. The situation escalated when Charles allegedly mentioned his satisfaction at having an heir and a spare, implying his readiness to return to Camilla. This exchange left Diana visibly shaken, reflecting on the perceived breakdown of their relationship.
While opinions on the accuracy of these events may vary, with only a few privy to the exact dialogue that transpired, Burrell emphasizes Diana’s emotional turmoil over the years. Diana, who was only 23 at the time of Harry’s birth, expressed deep sorrow over the realization that her marriage was effectively over, despite her efforts to maintain appearances for the public.
Years later, Burrell reluctantly shared Diana’s narrative with Princes William and Harry during a private meeting at Kensington Palace in 2017. The revelation seemed to have a profound impact on Harry, influencing his subsequent decisions and perhaps even inspiring the title of his book, “Spare.”
The tumultuous relationship between Charles and Diana continued to deteriorate after Harry’s birth, leading to their official separation in 1992 amidst ongoing public scrutiny. The Mirror has reached out to Buckingham Palace for comments on these revelations and the historical context surrounding the royal family dynamics.
Paul Burrell’s book, “The Royal Insider: My Life with the Queen, the King and Princess Diana,” offers a firsthand account of these intimate details and is now available to the public for further insights into this intriguing chapter of royal history.