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Diana’s Bodyguard Reveals Charles’ Affair Pain
Diana’s ex-bodyguard says Charles’ affair with Camilla broke her.
In brief
Diana’s ex-bodyguard says Charles’ affair with Camilla broke her. Charles’ affair with Camilla caused Diana’s emotional collapse. Originally reported by Vanity Fair.
Diana’s Bodyguard Speaks
Ken Wharfe, Diana’s former bodyguard, says she would have welcomed Charles Spencer’s memoir about her treatment by the royal family.
“I believe him and his version of events. I don’t see why he would make it up.”
Spencer’s Book Claims
Spencer’s memoir says Charles sounded 'giddily elated' after Diana’s death, which Palace says may cloud his judgment.
“While we do not comment on books as a matter of principle, His Majesty is mindful that the pain of fraternal grief can cloud reason, affect judgment, and color memory in ways others do not recognize, even many years after such a loss.”
Diana’s Emotional Break
Wharfe says Diana’s marriage collapse with Charles caused her to feel abandoned by the royal family.
“What sent her over the top was the collapse of the marriage at the end of the '80s.”
Charles’ Affair Impact
Wharfe states Diana’s emotional pain came from Charles’ affair with Camilla, which led to her breakdown.
“I saw firsthand how much pain that caused Diana.”
Spencer’s Brotherly Role
Spencer was Diana’s sounding board and protective brother, according to Wharfe.
“Spencer was her sounding board. This all went back to him.”
Diana’s Final Days
Wharfe recalls Diana’s emotional collapse at Camilla’s sister’s birthday party after Charles left her.
“It was horrendous for her. The prince left her to go and sit with Camilla in the basement, leaving Diana alone.”
The headline
Charles’ affair with Camilla caused Diana’s emotional collapse.
