Cat Jarman, a Norwegian academic and archaeologist, is the partner of Earl Charles Spencer, according to multiple reports. Jarman, who has multiple sclerosis diagnosed in 2016, sued Karen Spencer, the earl's former wife, for disclosing her private medical information. According to reports, Karen Spencer disclosed Jarman's multiple sclerosis diagnosis to Earl Spencer, Althorp staff, and school staff.
The legal action was taken by Jarman over the alleged breach of confidentiality. The specific outcome of the lawsuit has not been confirmed, but the case highlighted tensions within the Spencer family following the earl's divorce from Karen Spencer. The divorce proceedings were described as acrimonious, though details remain private.
Not really my thing. And I've thought about this. This is Charles's world, and it's obviously very interesting, and I'm respectful of it, but I don't feel that this place is about me. I don't feel any need to have a portrait up, or make a mark on it. I find it quite... quirky but odd.
In the aftermath, changes were made at Althorp House, the Spencer family estate. A portrait of Karen Spencer was removed from the property, according to multiple reports. Additionally, Karen Spencer's initials, which had been woven into the carpet at Althorp, were removed and had to be rewoven.
According to Daily Mail - News, Cat Jarman described the portrait removal as "not really my thing" and said she felt no need to have her own portrait up or make a mark on the estate. She also confirmed that the carpet initials were no longer present, stating that it was "as is everyone's right" to make such changes. The current relationship between Jarman and Karen Spencer is unclear, and Earl Spencer's reaction to learning about Jarman's multiple sclerosis has not been publicly detailed.
There was one, but it's no longer here.
as is everyone's right