Amidst a whirlwind of controversy, Sarah Spencer has taken a bold stance by banning Harry from accessing Diana’s legacy.
This decision comes in the wake of Meghan daring to recreate Diana’s tragic death in their upcoming movie, “Hollywood or Bust.”
The royal couple, Harry and Meghan, have recently acquired the rights to a three million pound novel that revolves around the theme of a parent passing away in a car crash, signaling a shift towards fiction production after their Spotify deal fell through.
The move to produce a Netflix film based on the best-selling book, “Meet Me at the Lake” by Carly Fortune, marks a significant departure from their previous ventures focusing on personal documentaries.
Industry experts speculate that the acquisition of the novel’s rights may have set them back up to three million pounds.
The story mirrors aspects of Harry and Meghan’s own relationship, portraying a love story of a couple meeting in their 30s while grappling with themes of childhood trauma, mental health struggles, and post-natal depression.
The novel, which gained immense popularity with 37,000 copies sold within the first week of its release in May, also delves into mature themes such as steamy adult scenes and drug use.
Set in Canada, where Meghan resided during the early stages of her relationship with Harry, the book resonates with personal elements of their lives.
However, the news of their latest project has stirred up a storm within the Spencer family, who are vehemently opposed to Harry and Meghan exploiting Diana’s legacy for their gain.
Sarah Spencer, in particular, has expressed her disdain for Meghan’s actions, accusing her of preventing Diana from resting in peace.
The Spencer family has endured enough scrutiny, especially following the portrayal of Diana’s relatives in the hit Netflix series, “The Crown.”
Princess Diana’s sister, Sari Spencer, along with Charles Spencer, had reservations about Harry’s marriage to the American actress from the outset.
In stark contrast to the depiction in “The Crown,” where Spencer is portrayed negatively, Diana held her sister in high regard.
Described as one of her only confidants, Spencer played a crucial role in upholding Diana’s legacy after her tragic demise.
Engaging actively in charitable endeavors through the Diana Princess of Wales Memorial Fund, Spencer ensured that Diana’s memory lived on through various causes and initiatives.
As tensions escalate within the Spencer family, Sarah contemplates restricting Harry’s access to Diana’s legacy as a form of retribution.
This decision follows the collapse of their lucrative Spotify contract worth £16 million, making the novel adaptation their first major deal under the Arch Royal Productions banner.
The Netflix partnership, reportedly valued at £80 million, signifies a fresh chapter for the royal couple as they navigate the complexities of Hollywood and family legacies.