Princess Diana: Why is controversial Martin Bashir interview being investigated?
3 years, 10 months ago

Princess Diana: Why is controversial Martin Bashir interview being investigated?

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. On 20 November, 1995, the year before Diana’s divorce to Prince Charles, the princess’s interview with journalist Martin Bashir aired on BBC current affairs show Panorama. The primary claim being investigated was lodged by Princess Diana’s brother, Earl Spencer, who has accused Mr Bashir of having lied to Diana in order to get her to do the interview in the first place. The broadcaster said the following questions would be explored: “What steps did the BBC and in particular Martin Bashir take with a view to obtaining the Panorama interview on 20 November 1995 with Diana, Princess of Wales? To what extent did the actions of the BBC and in particular Martin Bashir influence Diana, Princess of Wales’s decision to give an interview?

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The BBC interview that broke Prince William's heart but that Diana 'did not regret': On this day in 1996 Martin Bashir admitted to showing Charles Spencer the forged bank statements to secure an inter
1 week, 3 days ago

The BBC interview that broke Prince William's heart but that Diana 'did not regret': On this day in 1996 Martin Bashir admitted to showing Charles Spencer the forged bank statements to secure an inter

Daily Mail  

Martin Bashir's interview with Princess Diana was viewed by over 20 million people and made headlines across the globe. Princess Diana speaks to Martin Bashir in November 1995 The Princess spoke candidly about her mental health and her affair with Captain James Hewitt, as well as confirming the then-Prince Charles' affair with Camilla Diana's statement that 'there were three of …

The Diana interview that enthralled the nation and broke Prince William's heart: On this day in 1995 Martin Bashir used deceit to get the scandal-ridden royal scoop - but it is now regarded as the BBC
4 months, 1 week ago

The Diana interview that enthralled the nation and broke Prince William's heart: On this day in 1995 Martin Bashir used deceit to get the scandal-ridden royal scoop - but it is now regarded as the BBC

Daily Mail  

When it comes to famous royal interviews, two stand out in particular. Princess Diana's sit-down with BBC Panorama's Martin Bashir was aired on November 20, 1995 A 2021 investigation into the interview found Bashir had used 'deceitful behaviour' by falsifying documents to convince Diana to take part in the programme It was watched by 20million people and became infamous when …

Martin Bashir’s Diana interview: A timeline of the scandal
1 year, 2 months ago

Martin Bashir’s Diana interview: A timeline of the scandal

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Martin Bashir’s explosive interview with Princess Diana made headlines across …

BBC releases 3,000 emails on Princess Diana interview scandal; journalist Martin Bashir blamed ‘professional jealousy’
1 year, 2 months ago

BBC releases 3,000 emails on Princess Diana interview scandal; journalist Martin Bashir blamed ‘professional jealousy’

Hindustan Times  

Journalist Martin Bashir, accused of deceiving Princess Diana to get the sensational 1995 interview for BBC, blamed “professional jealousy” along with his ethnicity and background for the allegations against him. In this Nov. 21, 1995 file photo a selection of front pages of most of Britains's national newspapers showing their reaction to Princess Diana's television interview with BBC journalist Martin …

Diana’s brother threatened to sue filmmaker over Bashir collusion claims
1 year, 6 months ago

Diana’s brother threatened to sue filmmaker over Bashir collusion claims

The Independent  

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Documentary maker accuses BBC of 'cover-ups and lies' over Martin Bashir's interview with Princess Diana
1 year, 6 months ago

Documentary maker accuses BBC of 'cover-ups and lies' over Martin Bashir's interview with Princess Diana

Daily Mail  

A documentary maker has accused the BBC of performing a 'cover-up' and failing to release material relating to Martin Bashir's interview with Diana, Princess of Wales. During closing speeches at a tribunal which would decide whether details should be released under FOI law, documentary maker Andrew Webb, who initially exposed Mr Bashir, described the BBC's actions as a 'cover-up' The …

BBC apologises for ‘errors’ in Diana interview disclosure
1 year, 6 months ago

BBC apologises for ‘errors’ in Diana interview disclosure

The Independent  

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Prince William' infuriated' that Harry's show used a clip of Diana's infamous BBC Panorama interview
2 years, 3 months ago

Prince William' infuriated' that Harry's show used a clip of Diana's infamous BBC Panorama interview

Daily Mail  

The Prince and Princess of Wales are yet to watch the series, Royal sources said Prince Harry chose to use clips in his new Netflix documentary Harry & Meghan The heir previously asked for the BBC interview to not be shown ever again Prince William is understood to be 'infuriated' by the use of the Panorama clip Prince William is …

Prince Harry goes against stern request made by William in Netflix documentary
2 years, 3 months ago

Prince Harry goes against stern request made by William in Netflix documentary

The Independent  

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Footage from Diana’s Panorama interview shown in Netflix docuseries
2 years, 3 months ago

Footage from Diana’s Panorama interview shown in Netflix docuseries

The Independent  

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Diana’s infamous Panorama interview explored in new trailer for The Crown
2 years, 5 months ago

Diana’s infamous Panorama interview explored in new trailer for The Crown

The Independent  

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Prince William's fury as Netflix accused of profiteering by re-enacting Diana's Panorama interview
2 years, 5 months ago

Prince William's fury as Netflix accused of profiteering by re-enacting Diana's Panorama interview

Daily Mail  

Prince William thinks Netflix is profiteering by re-enacting his mother Diana's BBC Panorama interview, palace sources have said. Prince William thinks Netflix is profiteering by re-enacting his mother Diana's BBC Panorama interview, palace sources have said The streaming giant will recreate excerpts of Diana's 1995 encounter with journalist Martin Bashir for the fifth series of The Crown Prince William has …

Prince William's anger as The Crown profits from pain of Diana in BBC interview
2 years, 5 months ago

Prince William's anger as The Crown profits from pain of Diana in BBC interview

The Telegraph  

The Prince of Wales believes Netflix is profiteering from his mother’s BBC Panorama interview, palace sources have suggested. Parts of the interview with Diana, Princess of Wales, will be depicted in the new series of The Crown as it delves into the “all-out war” caused by the breakdown of her marriage to Prince Charles. It will also reflect the “deceitful” …

Disgraced BBC interviewer Martin Bashir's business assets drop 60 per cent in Diana Panorama scandal
2 years, 5 months ago

Disgraced BBC interviewer Martin Bashir's business assets drop 60 per cent in Diana Panorama scandal

Daily Mail  

Disgraced former BBC interviewer Martin Bashir has seen assets in his media company slump by 60 per cent after a damning investigation into his now infamous Princess Diana interview, new documents show. Disgraced BBC interviewer Martin Bashir has seen assets in his media company slump by 60 per cent after a damning investigation into his Princess Diana interview The BBC …

The Crown is slammed for depicting Princess Diana's BBC Panorama interview in Netflix series
2 years, 5 months ago

The Crown is slammed for depicting Princess Diana's BBC Panorama interview in Netflix series

Daily Mail  

The producers of The Crown have been condemned for depicting Princess Diana’s explosive Panorama interview against the wishes of Prince William. Critics are furious that Netflix will recreate excerpts of Diana’s 1995 encounter with journalist Martin Bashir for its fifth series They say it marks a new low for a drama already accused of making up scenes and distorting facts …

'I don't believe she was coerced': David Dimbleby says Princess Diana wanted to speak on Panorama
2 years, 7 months ago

'I don't believe she was coerced': David Dimbleby says Princess Diana wanted to speak on Panorama

Daily Mail  

David Dimbleby has suggested that Princess Diana was not coerced into giving her notorious 1995 Panorama interview as she clearly wanted to ‘say her part’. Despite huge controversy about the way rogue reporter Martin Bashir used underhand tactics to secure the interview, the veteran BBC presenter said she was not ‘bullied or hectored’ into doing it. Veteran BBC broadcaster David …

Martin Bashir should have been interviewed in Princess Diana death probe, says ex-met police chief
2 years, 7 months ago

Martin Bashir should have been interviewed in Princess Diana death probe, says ex-met police chief

Daily Mail  

Martin Bashir, the former BBC journalist, should have been interviewed and made to answer questions over Princess Diana's state of mind, a former Metropolitan Police commissioner has said. Princess Diana during her interview with BBC journalist Bashir, who was later found to have tricked her by peddling a string of lies Had police been aware of Martin Bashir's lies, he …

EPHRAIM HARDCASTLE: Princess Diana interview is still out there
2 years, 7 months ago

EPHRAIM HARDCASTLE: Princess Diana interview is still out there

Daily Mail  

BBC director-general Tim Davie, pledging to banish Diana's Panorama interview to the equivalent of Room 101, seems to have left the door ajar. Princess Diana during her interview with BBC journalist Martin Bashir Ahead of the 25th anniversary of her death, Foxtel in Australia transmits Diana: The Ultimate Truth. Recalling being approached about appearing on Strictly Come Dancing, retired talent …

Martin Bashir's disgraced Diana interview in new documentary 'The Princess' on Sky next month
2 years, 8 months ago

Martin Bashir's disgraced Diana interview in new documentary 'The Princess' on Sky next month

Daily Mail  

A documentary of Princess Diana's life is to be aired on Sky next month and is set to include footage of her interview with former BBC journalist Martin Bashir - despite Prince William arguing it 'should never be aired again'. Diana during her interview with BBC journalist Bashir, who was later found to have tricked her by peddling a string …

Martin Bashir interview: BBC to pay damages to Alexandra Pettifer, ex-nanny of Royal family over fake allegations
2 years, 8 months ago

Martin Bashir interview: BBC to pay damages to Alexandra Pettifer, ex-nanny of Royal family over fake allegations

Op India  

On Thursday, the British Broadcasting Corporation tendered an apology and assured to compensate a former nanny of the British Royal family for falsely claiming that she had aborted her child after an affair with Prince Charles. Reportedly, false allegations about an ‘affair’ between Prince Charles and his personal assistant were made by BBC journalist Martin Bashir to land an interview …

Martin Bashir’s Princess Diana interview ‘haunted’ Royal family, says Prince William’s ex-nanny
2 years, 8 months ago

Martin Bashir’s Princess Diana interview ‘haunted’ Royal family, says Prince William’s ex-nanny

The Telegraph  

Martin Bashir’s Panorama interview with Diana, Princess of Wales, has “haunted” the Royal family, the former nanny of Prince William and Prince Harry told the High Court on Thursday. Tiggy Legge-Bourke, 57, said the “false narrative” created by the BBC programme had caused great distress, not least because so much about the making of the programme was "yet to be …

BBC apologizes to Princess Diana aide over interview deceit
3 years ago

BBC apologizes to Princess Diana aide over interview deceit

Associated Press  

LONDON — The BBC said Thursday that it has apologized and paid a “substantial” sum to Princess Diana’s private secretary over subterfuge used to get an explosive television interview with the late royal. The U.K.'s national broadcaster said it acknowledged that “serious harm” was caused to Patrick Jephson by the circumstances in which the 1995 interview, conducted by BBC journalist …

Princess Diana’s BBC Panorama interview with Martin Bashir : Why was it so controversial?
3 years, 5 months ago

Princess Diana’s BBC Panorama interview with Martin Bashir : Why was it so controversial?

The Independent  

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William is 'frustrated' at The Crown's 'commercialisation' of infamous Martin Bashir interview
3 years, 5 months ago

William is 'frustrated' at The Crown's 'commercialisation' of infamous Martin Bashir interview

Daily Mail  

Prince William is 'frustrated' at The Crown's 'commercialisation' of Martin Bashir's notorious interview with his mother Princess Diana which he believes holds 'no legitimacy' and should never be aired again. Netflix drama The Crown will dramatise Princess Diana's controversial 1995 interview with Martin Bashir, despite Prince William's request for it to be taken off-air An updated handout photo issued by …

BBC compensates designer who mocked up fake bank statements for Martin Bashir’s interview with Princess Diana
3 years, 5 months ago

BBC compensates designer who mocked up fake bank statements for Martin Bashir’s interview with Princess Diana

The Independent  

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No criminal probe into Princess Diana’s BBC interview with Martin Bashir, police say
3 years, 6 months ago

No criminal probe into Princess Diana’s BBC interview with Martin Bashir, police say

The Independent  

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Diana agreed to Bashir interview because 'she knew it was only way royals would agree to a divorce'
3 years, 9 months ago

Diana agreed to Bashir interview because 'she knew it was only way royals would agree to a divorce'

Daily Mail  

Princess Diana agreed to Martin Bashir's now infamous Panorama interview because she knew it was the only way the royal family would agree to let her divorce Prince Charles, her ex-boyfriend Hasnat Khan has said. The documentary has been released to mark what would have been Diana's 60th birthday, and sees friends and royal experts share their insights on the …

Martin Bashir: Diana interview scandal ‘absolute horror story,’ admits former BBC boss
3 years, 9 months ago

Martin Bashir: Diana interview scandal ‘absolute horror story,’ admits former BBC boss

The Independent  

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BBC's Di interview, Harry & Meghan Why do the Brits love' their Queen?
3 years, 9 months ago

BBC's Di interview, Harry & Meghan Why do the Brits love' their Queen?

Deccan Chronicle  

“How does a seed turn mud into trees? The sun sets; birds dance on the breeze The sky is grey… “ — From Wobhi Theek by Bachchoo The most famous remark of the late Princess Diana in her BBC interview with journalist Martin Bashir was: “Well, there were three of us in this marriage, so it was a bit crowded.” …

Prince William launches scathing attack on BBC ‘lies’ over Bashir’s Diana interview
3 years, 10 months ago

Prince William launches scathing attack on BBC ‘lies’ over Bashir’s Diana interview

The Independent  

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Why 1995 Princess Diana Interview Has Reopened A Can Of Worms For BBC
3 years, 10 months ago

Why 1995 Princess Diana Interview Has Reopened A Can Of Worms For BBC

News 18  

Fresh findings that a BBC staffer used dubious means to scoop an interview with the late Lady Diana have led to harsh criticism from her sons Princes William and Harry and put the spotlight back on trial-by-media coverage of celebrities. This hasn’t happened before.” Embattled and isolated, it was the UK public broadcaster BBC’s Panorama programme that saw Diana come …

Former BBC Head Quits Gallery Job Amid Diana Interview Fallout
3 years, 10 months ago

Former BBC Head Quits Gallery Job Amid Diana Interview Fallout

News 18  

Tony Hall, who was director of BBC news and current affairs at the time of the public broadcaster’s explosive 1995 interview with Princess Diana, resigned Saturday as board chairman of Britain’s National Gallery. The 126-page report by retired Judge John Dyson, published Thursday, found the internal BBC investigation had covered up deceitful behavior by Bashir, who was little-known as a …

BBC faces calls to compensate and apologise to whistleblowers over Bashir's Diana interview
3 years, 10 months ago

BBC faces calls to compensate and apologise to whistleblowers over Bashir's Diana interview

Daily Mail  

The BBC is facing growing calls to pay compensation to whistleblowers who raised concerns about the way its interview with Diana, Princess of Wales was obtained. Pictured: Bashir The Martin Bashir interview with Princess Diana in November 1995, which used mocked up bank statements to get her speak Chairman of the Commons Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Committee Julian Knight …

Princes William, Harry hit out at BBC for ‘deceit’ in obtaining Diana interview
3 years, 10 months ago

Princes William, Harry hit out at BBC for ‘deceit’ in obtaining Diana interview

Hindustan Times  

Britain’s Prince William accused the BBC of failing his mother Princess Diana and poisoning her relationship with Prince Charles after an inquiry found a journalist for the broadcaster deceitfully obtained an interview with her in 1995. William’s rebuke to the public broadcaster comes after a report published on Thursday said the inquiry found that BBC journalist Martin Bashir used deceit …

Princess Diana: Can the BBC’s reputation survive the Bashir interview scandal?
3 years, 10 months ago

Princess Diana: Can the BBC’s reputation survive the Bashir interview scandal?

The Independent  

Following Lord Dyson’s report, the BBC finds itself in the dock, with the government threatening to force changes in the way the corporation is governed and run. Dyson’s findings lay bare the way the BBC, having found out about the fake documents used to entice Lord Spencer to introduce his sister to Martin Bashir, failed to conduct a proper investigation …

Threats to shake up BBC after ‘deceitful’ Diana interview spark fears it will be ‘under government’s thumb’
3 years, 10 months ago

Threats to shake up BBC after ‘deceitful’ Diana interview spark fears it will be ‘under government’s thumb’

The Independent  

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The Diana Interview: A look at the pivotal moment in time
3 years, 10 months ago

The Diana Interview: A look at the pivotal moment in time

The Independent  

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The craven attacks on the BBC by Tory politicians will have a chilling effect on its journalism
3 years, 10 months ago

The craven attacks on the BBC by Tory politicians will have a chilling effect on its journalism

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Martin Bashir BBC news live: Latest as Police consider criminal probe into Diana interview
3 years, 10 months ago

Martin Bashir BBC news live: Latest as Police consider criminal probe into Diana interview

The Independent  

✕ Close Prince William issues scathing criticism of BBC after Bashir-Diana interview inquiry Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read …

Prince William’s full statement on BBC’s Martin Bashir and Princess Diana interview
3 years, 10 months ago

Prince William’s full statement on BBC’s Martin Bashir and Princess Diana interview

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Minister threatens fresh BBC shake-up after ‘deceitful’ Diana interview condemned by inquiry
3 years, 10 months ago

Minister threatens fresh BBC shake-up after ‘deceitful’ Diana interview condemned by inquiry

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A fresh shake-up of the BBC has been threatened by the …

BBC, Martin Bashir Apologise for ‘Deceitful’ Diana Interview
3 years, 10 months ago

BBC, Martin Bashir Apologise for ‘Deceitful’ Diana Interview

The Quint  

The Duke of Cambridge, Prince William, has accused the BBC of failing his mother Princess Diana and harming her relationship with husband Prince Charles. An inquiry found that BBC journalist Martin Bashir used 'deceitful' means to obtain an interview with Diana in 1995. “The BBC should have made greater effort to get to the bottom of what happened at the …

Prince William and Prince Harry condemn BBC over 1995 Princess Diana interview
3 years, 10 months ago

Prince William and Prince Harry condemn BBC over 1995 Princess Diana interview

India Today  

Prince William and his brother Prince Harry on Thursday issued strongly worded statements criticising the BBC and British media for unethical practices after an investigation concluded that one of the broadcaster’s journalists used “deceitful behavior” to secure Princess Diana’s most explosive TV interview in 1995. “It brings indescribable sadness to know that the BBC’s failures contributed significantly to her fear, …

Princes William, Harry Issue Blistering Statements Against 'Deceitful' BBC Interview
3 years, 10 months ago

Princes William, Harry Issue Blistering Statements Against 'Deceitful' BBC Interview

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Prince William and Prince Harry issued separate, emotionally charged statements on Thursday, slamming the BBC and now-former BBC journalist Martin Bashir for the “deceitful way” the outlet obtained an interview with their mother, the late Princess Diana, in 1995. “The interview was a major contribution to making my parents’ relationship worse and has since hurt countless others.” …

Princess Diana: BBC apologises after inquiry finds Martin Bashir ‘deceit’ over interview
3 years, 10 months ago

Princess Diana: BBC apologises after inquiry finds Martin Bashir ‘deceit’ over interview

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Princess Diana: BBC’s Martin Bashir used ‘deceitful’ methods to land interview, investigation finds
3 years, 10 months ago

Princess Diana: BBC’s Martin Bashir used ‘deceitful’ methods to land interview, investigation finds

The Independent  

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BBC Apologises for 'Deception' 25 Years after Explosive Diana Interview
3 years, 10 months ago

BBC Apologises for 'Deception' 25 Years after Explosive Diana Interview

News 18  

The BBC on Thursday made a “full and unconditional apology” after an independent report found that journalist Martin Bashir used “deception” to secure an explosive 1995 interview with Princess Diana. “The indirect and real target of Mr Bashir’s deceptions was Princess Diana,” wrote retired senior judge John Dyson following a six-month investigation. Dyson said he was “satisfied” that Bashir showed …

Martin Bashir quits BBC as investigation concludes into Diana interview
3 years, 10 months ago

Martin Bashir quits BBC as investigation concludes into Diana interview

The Independent  

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BBC Reporter Martin Bashir Used 'Deceit' To Get Princess Diana Interview, Report Finds
3 years, 10 months ago

BBC Reporter Martin Bashir Used 'Deceit' To Get Princess Diana Interview, Report Finds

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING An investigation into former BBC journalist Martin Bashir has concluded that he “deceived and induced” Earl Charles Spencer to help him secure a major television interview with the earl’s sister, Princess Diana. Speaking with the BBC’s “Panorama” himself, Spencer suggested that he believed Bashir helped fuel Diana’s insecurities, saying “it was quite clear” from his introductory meeting …

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