Earl Charles Spencer's ex-wife Karen Spencer has broken her silence after her husband of 13 years publicly announced their separation.
On Friday, Karen, a social entrepreneur and founder and CEO of Whole Child International, took to Instagram to thank those who reached out to offer their love and support amid her impending divorce.
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Charles announced the couple's separation earlier this month. (Getty Images)
“I just wanted to say that I have been overwhelmed by the messages of love and support,” Karen wrote, along with a series of photos from the summer solstice. “Thank you, it really has meant a lot to me. I'm just processing it right now. I'll be back with you soon. I thought I'd share some photos from last night's Midsummer Gathering.”
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Earlier this month, the late Princess Diana's younger brother announced their separation to The mail.
“It's immensely sad,” the British aristocrat told the outlet about the divorce. “I just want to dedicate myself to all my children and grandchildren, and I wish Karen every happiness in the future.”
A spokesperson for Spencer did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment at the time.
Charles and Karen were married for 13 years. (Getty Images)
According to the outlet, the 9th Earl Spencer's marriage to the Countess of Spencer ended in the middle of the writing of his memoirs, “A Very Private School.”
In his memoir, Spencer revealed how he was sexually abused as a child.
Over the years, Spencer kept the abuse a secret. But after two failed marriages, Spencer realized she needed help.
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“I was so confused by my endless romantic disasters, my deep unhappiness and my two divorces,” he previously told Fox News Digital. “I also wanted to do something for my kids. Actually, that was the incentive. I wanted to do better for them, so I could be a better father. I don't know if you would agree that I accomplished that, but that was my goal. And I think, If I hadn't been a father, I probably would have continued…coping. [Saying it out loud] It was surprisingly helpful. “It didn't get to the root of the problem, but it pushed me to pursue more honest therapy.”
Spencer said he's “really turned a corner” in the last three or four months, especially after writing his book. She is still undergoing “very effective” treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder, in addition to tai chi and breathing exercises.
“I have a whole arsenal of support techniques to try to get to a better place,” he shared.
Spencer is “getting closer” to Norwegian archaeologist Dr. Cat Jarman, according to The Mail. (Getty Images)
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Spencer and Karen, 52, married at Althorp House in June 2011. They share a 12-year-old daughter, Charlotte Diana, whose name pays tribute to her royal aunt. Karen has two grown daughters from her previous marriage to Hollywood producer Mark Gordon.
According to The Mail, Spencer is “getting closer” to Norwegian archaeologist Dr. Cat Jarman. “They seem very happy together,” but it's still “early days.”
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Fox News Digital's Stephanie Nolasco contributed to the post.
