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The marriage of Princess Diana and Charles Spencer's parents was frayed by the death of their first son, who was born with a hole in the back of his head and other malformations, possibly due to a Thalidomide-like medication.
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The marriage of Princess Diana and Charles Spencer's parents was strained by the death of their first son, who had birth malformations possibly caused by Thalidomide-like medication.
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{
    "event": "Death of first son",
    "potential_cause": "Thalidomide-like medication",
    "medical_condition": "Birth malformations"
}
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Medical Family History
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Created
September 25, 2026 at 4:40 AM (3 weeks ago)
Last Updated
September 25, 2026 at 4:40 AM (3 weeks ago)

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A Brotherly Tribute to the People’s Princess, No Holds Barred
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https://nytimes.com/2026/09/22/books/review/charles-spencer-swan-song.html

Charles Spencer's memoir, "Swan Song," offers a deeply personal and critical look at his sister Princess Diana's life and death. It combines loving childhood memories with sharp critiques of the royal family and the press.

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