Prince Harry has been in more regular contact with his uncle, Earl Spencer, than Prince William, with Princess Diana’s brother revealing that the Duke of Sussex may turn to him more often during difficult moments.
The 9th Earl Spencer has spoken openly about his relationship with both of Diana’s sons following the release of his diana memoir, which has placed his memories of the late princess and her family back in the spotlight.
During an appearance on Katie Couric’s podcast, Next Question With Katie Couric, Spencer described himself as an elderly uncle who has always tried to remain available to William and Harry without attempting to take control of their lives.
“I’m just an elderly uncle really,” Spencer explained, saying that since Diana’s death he has maintained the view that he would be there if either nephew needed him, while otherwise allowing them to make their own choices.
The earl emphasized that William and Harry are now men in their 40s and have the freedom to decide what kind of relationship they want with their mother’s brother.
However, Spencer made a notable distinction when discussing how frequently the two brothers communicate with him, revealing that Harry has reached out considerably more often than William.
“I’m not on anyone’s side,” Spencer said, while explaining that there may be occasions when Harry needs him more. “So, I hear a lot more from Harry,” he added, stressing that this does not mean he views the brothers differently.
Spencer maintained that his position is simply that of their mother’s brother rather than someone attempting to involve himself in the long-running difficulties between the siblings.
His comments nevertheless offer a rare insight into the different relationships Harry and William appear to have maintained with their maternal uncle following years of strain between the two princes.
Spencer also drew a comparison between the intense public attention surrounding Diana during her lifetime and the scrutiny Harry continues to face today.
The earl argued that many people in Britain may underestimate the influence and reach of the royal institution, saying that Diana experienced that power firsthand before her death.
According to Spencer, Harry has encountered a similar level of pressure, although he acknowledged an important difference between their experiences and the duration of the attention they received.
Spencer said he personally experiences intense scrutiny for only a short period before attention moves elsewhere, whereas Harry faces public and media interest on a much more continuous basis.
“Harry gets it every day,” Spencer said, adding that he does not believe such constant attention is acceptable.
His remarks come as Spencer continues to promote his memoir, which has reignited discussion about Diana, her relationship with the Royal Family and the experiences of her sons after her death.
While Spencer has insisted that he does not take sides between William and Harry, his revelation that Harry contacts him more frequently highlights the different relationships each prince has developed with their uncle.
For Harry, the comments suggest that Earl Spencer remains an available family connection during difficult periods, while Spencer’s emphasis on neutrality indicates that he intends to support both of Diana’s sons without becoming directly involved in their personal disagreements
