Ex-Prince Andrew ‘Is on His Own and Will No Longer Be Protected’ by Royals Amid Scandal, Author Says

Andrew Mountbatten Windsor reportedly shouldn’t expect the Royal family to look out for him anymore, as his connection to Jeffrey Epstein continues to prove problematic.

As Examiner reported on Monday, February 9, King Charles III, Prince William and Princess Kate made statements regarding the Epstein scandal as new allegations against Ex-Prince Andrew, 65, show he allegedly shared confidential information with the late sex offender related to his role as a trade envoy. (Andrew has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing.)

In a People article published on Tuesday, February 10, royal author Russell Myers explained that the royal family speaking out indicates that “there is an appetite at both Buckingham Palace and Kensington Palace for Andrew to do the right thing by his conscience and speak to U.S. investigators if he has any information.”

“Buckingham Palace announcing that they stand ready to assist the police in any investigation is a seminal moment for the royal family,” Myers added. “By referring to the former Duke of York as Mr. Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor in public and expressing that he is purely a private citizen is a clear indication that Andrew is on his own and will no longer be protected by the royal family, by the institution.”

A Buckingham Palace spokesperson shared a statement with multiple outlets on behalf of Charles, 77, on Monday, which read, “The king has made clear, in words and through unprecedented actions, his profound concern at allegations which continue to come to light in respect of Mr Mountbatten-Windsor’s conduct.”

“While the specific claims in question are for Mr Mountbatten-Windsor to address, if we are approached by Thames Valley Police, we stand ready to support them as you would expect,” the statement continued. “As was previously stated, their majesties’ thoughts and sympathies have been, and remain with, the victims of any and all forms of abuse.”

Meanwhile, Princess Kate and Prince William also shared remarks via a spokesperson: “I can confirm the Prince and Princess have been deeply concerned by the continuing revelations. Their thoughts remain focused on the victims.”

In 2022, Queen Elizabeth II took away her son Andrew’s military titles and patronages, and in 2025, Charles stripped his brother of his royal honors and duties. Andrew was also forced to vacate the Royal Lodge and has since moved to Wood Farm Cottage on the family’s private Sandringham Estate in Norfolk, England last week, per the BBC.