King Charles' Grief Letter to Peter Houghton Auctioned
King Charles' Grief Letter to Peter Houghton Auctioned
King Charles' Grief Letter to Peter Houghton Auctioned
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A heartfelt letter written by King Charles shortly after Princess Diana's death has resurfaced, shedding light on his profound grief. Sent to Peter Houghton on December 8, 1997, the three-page note expresses Charles's 'unbearable emptiness' and his empathic sentiments toward Houghton, who was also mourning the loss of a loved one. In the letter, Charles described his emotional turmoil and wrote that he longed to 'wave a magic wand' to alleviate Houghton's pain. The correspondence, which includes a Bible verse reflecting Charles's faith about the afterlife, sold at auction for $2,000. The letter reveals the ongoing impact of Diana's tragic passing on her family, including their sons, Prince William and Prince Harry. Ultimately, it captures a poignant moment in the royal family's history, revealing the complexity of Charles's emotions during a time of personal loss.

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