The intriguing and tumultuous relationship between Prince Charles and Princess Diana is brought to light in a compelling new Channel 4 documentary that delves into the couple’s marriage struggles and intimate details, drawing from recorded conversations between Diana and her voice coach.
Diana candidly opens up during these sessions, disclosing her emotional plea to the Queen for advice on her marriage, only to receive a disheartening response that Charles is deemed ‘hopeless’ by the monarch herself.
Throughout the documentary, titled “Diana: In Her Own Words,” several shocking revelations come to the fore:
When confronted by Diana about his affair with Camilla, Charles boldly asserted, ‘I refuse to be the Prince of Wales without a mistress.’
During their initial courtship phase, Charles pursued Diana fervently, described by her as being ‘all over me like a bad rash.’
Despite their passionate beginnings, Diana reveals that their s**ual intimacy waned over time, dwindling to infrequent encounters within just a few years of their marriage.
In a moment of vulnerability, Diana sought guidance from the Queen, hoping for marital advice, only to be met with the blunt assessment that Charles was beyond help.
The Princess also delves into her personal struggles, including her battle with bulimia, which she attributes to the strains of her marriage and her sense of isolation from the royal family.
In one poignant exchange captured in the recordings, Diana recounts questioning Charles about the presence of Camilla in his life, to which he callously responded with his resolve not to be the only Prince of Wales without a mistress.
Reflecting on her early interactions with Charles, Diana reminisces about their limited time together before marriage, revealing a gradual shift in her feelings towards him during that period.
She discloses moments of inconsistency in Charles’ courtship, highlighting his erratic communication patterns that left her both intrigued and exasperated.
Despite their private struggles, Diana paints a picture of unity in public, portraying herself and Charles as a ‘good team’ to the outside world, despite her inner turmoil.
While her emotional bond with her protection officer, Barry Mannakee, provided solace during difficult times, Diana clarifies that their relationship was not of a romantic nature, though she contemplated leaving the royal household for him.
As the documentary unfolds, viewers are given a glimpse into Diana’s complex emotions and personal revelations, shedding light on the intricacies of her troubled marriage and her quest for understanding and fulfillment within the royal confines.
