In promotional interviews for his forthcoming memoir, Charles Spencer, the 9th Earl Spencer, has shared new details regarding the immediate aftermath of his sister Princess Diana’s death in 1997. The Earl claims that when the late Queen Elizabeth II was first notified of the fatal car crash in Paris, her response was notably 'tetchy.' This account is presented as part of a broader reflection on the Royal Family's handling of the crisis and their interactions with the Spencer family during that period.

The memoir also touches upon the behavior of the current King, Charles III, during the days following the accident. While the Earl’s comments have generated significant media attention, they represent his personal recollection of private interactions. As the book has not yet been released, the full context of these claims remains limited to the excerpts and interview highlights currently circulating in the press. The Royal Family has not issued a formal response to these specific allegations, maintaining their long-standing policy of not commenting on private memoirs or historical accounts regarding the late Queen.