A Romantic Santorini Proposal Marks a Milestone for Princess Diana’s Look-Alike Niece
Lady Eliza Spencer, niece of the late Princess Diana and a recognized figure in British aristocratic circles, is officially engaged. The 33-year-old socialite announced on Thursday that her longtime boyfriend, Channing Millerd, proposed during a romantic getaway to Santorini, Greece.
The couple, who have been together for nearly a decade, shared the joyful news via a series of intimate Instagram posts, highlighting a candlelit proposal set against the picturesque backdrop of the Aegean Sea.
Picture-Perfect Engagement
In the first photo of the Instagram carousel, Eliza is seen smiling with her diamond engagement ring visible as she tenderly places her hand on Millerd’s neck. The setup for the proposal included an elegant outdoor dinner table surrounded by floral arrangements and soft candlelight, all overlooking the shimmering coastline of Santorini.
Eliza captioned her post simply, “Forever and Ever ❤️,” while Millerd reshared the announcement on his Instagram Stories, set to an instrumental version of “Stand By Me.”
Family Reactions and Public Support
Lady Eliza’s twin sister, Lady Amelia Spencer, was one of the first to congratulate the couple, commenting:
“The best news everrrrrrrr.”
Amelia, who married her longtime partner Greg Mallett in an extravagant ceremony in Cape Town, South Africa, in 2023, followed up with an emotional tribute:
“I couldn’t be happier for you both! The BEST NEWS IN THE WORLD. I love you both with all my heart! The perfect couple and dream engagement.”
The sisters, frequently described as look-alikes of their late aunt Princess Diana, have maintained close ties through family events and joint public appearances. Their glamorous style and public grace have drawn admiration from royal watchers worldwide.
Wedding Plans Already in Motion
Earlier this year, Eliza revealed to Hello! magazine that she and Millerd were already discussing plans for their future wedding.
“We love the idea of a destination wedding,” she shared. “We feel drawn to Italy, especially somewhere by the ocean—that feels so romantic to us. Spain has that same coastal charm we adore.”
She added that South Africa also remains close to her heart:
“At the same time, Amelia and Greg’s wedding in Cape Town was unforgettable, and South Africa will always be home.”
While no official wedding date has been announced, the couple’s engagement has already sparked speculation about a lavish destination celebration.
Ties That Bind
Channing Millerd, who has remained largely out of the public spotlight, is well-known among the Spencer circle. Greg Mallett, Eliza’s brother-in-law and former schoolmate of Millerd, described him as one of his “best and closest friends.”
“We played a lot of the same sports, like rugby and water polo, and naturally shared a lot of the same interests,” Mallett told Hello! magazine. “More than that, we share the same values—loyalty, ambition, integrity, and a strong sense of family—which has kept our bond strong over the years.”
A New Chapter Begins
Lady Eliza Spencer, the last of her sisters to get engaged, is now preparing for a new chapter in life. Her older sister, Lady Kitty Spencer, married South African-born billionaire Michael Lewis in 2021 in a grand Italian ceremony. With Eliza’s announcement, all three Spencer sisters are now either married or engaged.
As the couple embarks on this next stage of their journey, well-wishers from across the globe have joined the Spencer family in celebrating the news.
“Play his music loud and sing along! Thank you. Rock in peace Paul.”
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