On the 27th anniversary of Princess Diana’s tragic passing, new insights have emerged about King Charles’ profound emotional response to the event. According to a royal insider, Charles was deeply shattered upon hearing the news of Diana’s death in a car accident in Paris on August 31, 1997.
The Tragic Accident
Princess Diana, the beloved Princess of Wales, died at the age of 36 while being pursued by paparazzi in Paris. Her companion, Dodi Fayed, and their chauffeur, Henri Paul, also lost their lives in the crash. The incident sent shockwaves around the world, leading to an outpouring of grief and tributes.
Emotional Reaction of King Charles
Christopher Andersen, author of “The Day Diana Died,” shared with Fox News Digital that King Charles was “shattered” upon learning of Diana’s death. An eyewitness described Charles’ reaction as him “howling like a wounded animal” when he first heard the news over the phone. Andersen further revealed that Charles rushed from Balmoral Castle in Scotland to Paris to bring Diana’s body back to England. “Charles nearly passed out when he first viewed her body,” Andersen added.
A nurse present during the initial moments of the aftermath observed, “Charles reeled back and looked as if he had been struck by an unseen force.” This reaction was surprising to many, given the tumultuous relationship and public disputes between Charles and Diana during their marriage.
Handling the Aftermath
Despite their marital challenges, Charles and Diana had been working towards putting aside their differences for the sake of their sons, Prince William and Prince Harry. Andersen noted that in the months leading up to her death, Diana and Charles had become “very best friends,” with Diana maintaining a lingering affection for Charles.
Behind the palace doors, Charles was overwhelmed with emotion. He faced significant pressure from his mother, the Queen, and the monarchy to ensure that Diana received a proper funeral. The ceremonial funeral, attended by 2,000 individuals and watched by over 2 billion people worldwide, was a poignant moment that highlighted Diana’s enduring legacy.
Auction of Personal Letters
Adding to the revelations, Andersen referenced the auction of a letter written by a former friend of Prince Charles. The letter, which fetched $2,000, revealed Charles’ feelings of “unbearable emptiness” four months after Diana’s death, as reported by the UK’s Daily Mail. This personal glimpse underscores the deep emotional impact Diana’s passing had on him.
Legacy and Reconciliation
In the final months of her life, Diana and Charles had made efforts to mend their relationship, setting aside past bitterness to focus on their roles as parents. A close confidant of Diana mentioned that “her love for Charles never really died,” and Diana even acknowledged the strength and devotion between Charles and his partner, Camilla, despite their complicated history.
