Prince Andrew
Member of the British royal family
Prince Andrew
Member of the British royal family
Prince Andrew, Duke of York, born in 1960, is the second son of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip. Once second in line to the British throne, he now ranks eighth. A former Royal Navy officer, Andrew served as a helicopter pilot during the Falklands War. He married Sarah Ferguson in 1986, with whom he has two daughters, but they divorced in 1996. In 2019, Andrew stepped back from royal duties amid allegations of sexual abuse by Virginia Giuffre, which he denied. The case was settled in 2022, with Andrew reportedly paying a significant sum to Giuffre's victims' charity. Following the scandal, he lost his military titles, patronages, and public royal roles. By 2024, it was reported that King Charles III planned to stop funding Andrew’s security, and he faced financial troubles, including a debt linked to a Swiss chalet. His ties to controversial figures, such as Chinese businessman Chris Yang, further isolated him. As of 2025, Andrew remains out of the public eye with no plans for a return to royal duties.
Virginia Giuffre, Epstein Abuse Accuser, Dies by Suicide at Age 41
- Saturday, 26 April 2025
Virginia Giuffre, who accused Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein of sexual abuse, has died by suicide at age 41. She was a prominent campaigner against sex trafficking and abuse, having alleged that she was trafficked to Prince Andrew when she was 17. Her family described her as a "fierce warrior in the fight against sexual abuse" who lost her life to suicide after being a lifelong victim of sexual abuse and sex trafficking. The cause of death is under investigation by police.
Prince Andrew's Ex Sparks Outrage with Vile Post About Virginia Giuffre After Her Suicide
- Saturday, 26 April 2025
Lady Victoria Hervey, ex-girlfriend of Prince Andrew, sparked outrage by posting "When lies catch up to you there's no way out" after learning of Virginia Giuffre’s suicide. Ms. Giuffre was a prominent accuser of convicted sex offenders Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, who claimed she was trafficked to the Duke of York when she was 17. Lady Victoria also posted "I have taken the decision to pause my posts on Virginia Giuffre at this time. Irrespective of the circumstances, suicide in anyone at any time is tragic, and in a young mother who has children, even more so."
Prince Andrew Makes Rare Public Appearance at Windsor Easter Service
- Sunday, 20 April 2025
Prince Andrew made a rare public appearance at St. George's Chapel on Easter Sunday, his first alongside the family in over a year. He arrived with his ex-wife Sarah, Duchess of York, and other relatives, but then disappeared inside before re-emerging to be joined by his daughters Beatrice and Eugenie and their husbands. The large royal party, including the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh and King's cousins, lined up beside the Galilee Porch for the monarch's arrival.
Prince Andrew Steps Down as Trade Envoy Amid Controversy Over Tainted Associates
- Thursday, 21 July 2011
Prince Andrew, the Duke of York, is set to step down from his role as a trade envoy due to controversy surrounding his relationships with various international figures. The controversy includes allegations that he has associated with individuals known for their questionable reputations, such as Sakher al-Materi, a former member of the Tunisian regime accused of money laundering, and Timor Kulibayev, who purchased Andrew's home at an inflated price. Additionally, Andrew has been criticized for his behavior during official engagements, including speaking "cockily" and making off-color jokes. The article also mentions that Andrew has been known to travel with a large entourage, including equerries, private secretaries, protection officers, and a valet, which has raised questions about the value of taxpayers' money spent on his trips abroad.
