Charles Spencer, Princess Diana’s younger brother, recently opened up about the lasting pain of losing her.
Appearing on a UK talk show during Mental Health Awareness Week, he described her passing as “an amputation,” a loss that left a lasting emptiness in his life.
He shared how deeply connected they were as siblings, especially because they had the same sense of humor. For years after Diana’s passing, he would often catch himself wanting to call her, only to remember she was gone.
Their bond, formed throughout childhood, made her absence even harder to accept.
Now 60, Charles reflected on how growing older has changed his family circle. With older sisters and no one close in age to share childhood memories with anymore, he said it feels like a piece of his past is missing forever.
He also recalled how difficult it was to watch Diana’s public life unfold. As a teenager, he wanted to protect her from the constant pressure and attention.
Just before her tragic passing in 1997, he even reached out to a journalist who had written harsh words about her, standing up for his sister.
Charles, who gave a powerful tribute at Diana’s funeral, continues to speak about her with deep respect and love. He remains committed to honoring her memory and protecting her legacy, especially for her sons, Prince William and Prince Harry.
