Earl Spencer and his third wife, Countess Spencer, are parting ways, revealing the emotional strain caused by the Earl’s harrowing memoir detailing abuse suffered during his boarding school years. The marriage came to an end in March, with the Earl expressing deep sadness over the situation. The couple, who married in 2011 after meeting on a blind date the year prior, made the announcement to Althorp staff. The Earl, known for his sister Diana, Princess of Wales, shared his desire to focus on his family and wished his soon-to-be ex-wife happiness. The Earl’s book launch activities were notably missing his wife, as the memoir’s content weighed heavily on him. His revelations, including the trauma from the abuse he suffered, led him to seek treatment for the emotional impact. The discovery of a diary from his school days where the abuse was documented deeply affected him. The Earl’s divorce marks the end of an era for the couple, bringing a mix of emotions and reflections.
Earl Spencer Reveals Heartbreaking Divorce from Third Wife Amid Memoir Strain | Daily Mail Online
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