Respecting differences and embracing each other’s individuality are healthy signs of a strong relationship—something Earl Charles Spencer is currently enjoying.
The younger brother of the late Princess Diana appears to be thoroughly enjoying the company of his new girlfriend, as he shares insight into his relationship with the youngest close friend he’s ever dated. .
The Earl revealed he wasn’t looking for love when he met his younger girlfriend, Dr Catherine Jarman.
In a recent interview, discussing the dynamics of their relationship, she explained that their relationship evolved naturally — from being “friends” to “partners,” and eventually becoming romantic partners.
“We were fascinated by the same things. And he made me laugh. Laughter was key.”
For those unfamiliar, the 60-year-old first crossed paths with the archaeologist, who is 18 years his junior, in 2021. They met at his family’s historic estate Althorp, where she had arrived for an excavation project.
Their relationship quickly turned into a close friendship, leading them to collaborate on a podcast titled The Rabbit Hole Detectives, co-hosted with Reverend Richard Coles.
Although their relationship was evident, Elite maintained that their relationship was strictly platonic during the early stages of their friendship.
“The thing is, I’m 18 years older than Billy and so it wasn’t even a possibility,” he said.
“I’ve never been with someone much younger. I wasn’t even thinking about romance.
He continued to tell the Mail: “With her, I don’t pretend to be anything I’m not. She knows exactly who I am and who I’m not.”
Charles said he’s “too old for hearts and flowers” but “the best way to describe it” is that with Jermaine, “I can be myself.”
He added: “She knows who I am. Who I really am. I don’t have to pretend to be something I’m not. And she brings out the best in me.