Earl Spencer Describes Princess Diana's Death as 'Amputation' on UK Talk Show

Earl Charles Spencer has spoken candidly about the profound and enduring pain of losing his sister, Princess Diana, nearly three decades after her death in 1997. He described the loss as "an amputation," emphasizing the unique and irreplaceable bond siblings share, and how he continues to grieve the absence of someone who was "flesh and blood" and a key part of his childhood. Spencer reflected on the habit of wanting to call Diana to share moments, only to be reminded that it is no longer possible, highlighting the deep personal impact of her death. He also discussed the protective instinct he felt towards Diana, recalling writing to a journalist in outrage over a hurtful article about her before her passing. Spencer noted the loss of shared childhood memories with his two older sisters, who are much older and with whom he does not share that same history, marking a further dimension of his grief. His reflections were shared during an appearance on ITV’s Loose Men, a program focused on male mental health, where the discussion also touched on sibling relationships more broadly.