Diana’s brother compares media treatment of Harry, Meghan to late princess’ ordeal

Prince Harry's brother has drawn parallels between the media treatment of Harry and Meghan and that of his late sister-in-law, Princess Diana. Earl Charles Spencer, in an interview with the BBC, stated that if one were to read a tabloid article about Diana or Harry and Meghan, they would notice the "really, really unpleasant" nature of the coverage.

Spencer urged people to learn from Diana's example, warning that the constant scrutiny from the media can be a "cancerous influence" in one's life. The prince and his wife cited the toxic media environment before they left their royal duties and relocated to the United States in 2020. They also pursued legal action against several British tabloids, with mixed results, before their return to Britain in August.

Spencer recently caused a stir with his book, "Swan Song: Diana, My Sister," which accused Harry's father, King Charles, of being "giddily elated" in the hours following Diana's death. The palace responded by reminding readers of King Charles' sensitivity to the pain of fraternal grief and its potential impact on judgment and memory.

The release of the book and the return of Harry and Meghan to Britain present additional challenges for the king, who is currently undergoing cancer treatment. Diana's family has long accused the royals of failing to provide adequate support or care before her tragic death, a claim reiterated by Harry, who is currently estranged from most members of the royal family.