Charles Spencer Calls Spencer Terrible, Praises Kristen Stewart
Diana's brother said Kristen Stewart captured Diana's spirit in Spencer, but called the film itself terrible during a McNally Jackson Books event.
Charles Spencer, the brother of Princess Diana, said Kristen Stewart was good at capturing Diana in Spencer but described the film itself as terrible. He made the comments during an interview with Tina Brown at a McNally Jackson Books event, according to Variety.
Spencer, released in 2021, starred Kristen Stewart as Princess Diana and earned her an Oscar nomination for best actress. The film is set during a Christmas holiday weekend with the royal family, when Diana decides to end her marriage to Prince Charles. It also depicts her struggles with mental health and bulimia.
While campaigning for the film, Stewart told Variety she wanted to become a friend to Diana.
Spencer's memoir, Swan Song: Diana, My Sister, has reignited tensions with the royal family and sparked a legal dispute with Piers Morgan. He also said he never watched the Netflix show The Crown, in which Diana is portrayed by Emma Corrin in season 4 and Elizabeth Debicki in seasons 5 and 6.
Quick answers
What did Charles Spencer say about Spencer?
He said Kristen Stewart was good at capturing Diana in the film, but called the film itself terrible.
When did Charles Spencer make these comments?
During an interview with Tina Brown at a McNally Jackson Books event.
Did Spencer earn Kristen Stewart an Oscar nomination?
Yes, the 2021 film earned her an Oscar nomination for best actress.