Charles Spencer took to Twitter this week to share a heartfelt tribute to a late family member for a very special reason.Princess Diana's brother wrote: "My late grandmother, Cynthia Spencer, was born #otd in 1897.MORE: Princess Diana's final resting place looks beautifully mystical in new photo"She married my grandfather in 1919, and died 50 years ago in 1972.
Even though I was only 8 when she died, I remember her with love, gratitude, and respect. A happy 125th birthday to you, Grandmother…"The Earl shared a sweet video alongside his message, which showed a series of family photographs and portraits.WATCH: Charles Spencer captures rare magical moment at Althorp HouseNarrating the video, Charles said: "It's hard for me to believe that we've got to my grandmother's 125th birthday.
I remember her so clearly even though she died when I was just eight.SEE: Charles Spencer shares alarming photo of Princess Diana's former homeMORE: Charles Spencer stuns with gorgeous portrait of late family member"She was just a wonderfully warm, delightful woman.
She came from a very privileged background, she was the daughter of an Irish duke, a young debutante, a young society lady, her name was being mooted as a possible bride to the future King Edward VIII but she wasn't really up for that I don't think."My late grandmother, Cynthia Spencer, was born #otd in 1897.
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