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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Princess Beatrice's Husband's Ex Just Sent Telling Message About Their Relationship: ‘There's Always…'
When we think about the British Royal family and the drama that always seems to be surrounding them, we usually focus on the same people. There's a lot to focus on there, after all. King Charles is sick. Succession plans are reportedly underway. Prince William and Kate Middleton have had to contend with divorce rumors, and then reconciliation rumors, and then reports that Middleton was trying to intercede in the relationship between her husband and Prince Harry. And then there's Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, who are no longer working royals and whose relationship with the rest of the family is strained at best. But there are other members of the royal family, and other issues. One of those examples comes from Prince Andrew's daughter, Princess Beatrice. Prince Andrew has remained mostly out of the public eye since reports of his close friendship with Jeffrey Epstein, but his daughters have continued with their royal duties. And people remain very interested in Prince Beatrice in particular, due to her unusual family dynamics. More from StyleCaster Princess Beatrice Was 'In Tears Every Day' After Prince Andrew's Disastrous Interview-Here's If He Still Talks To His Daughters Looks Like Beatrice & Eugenie Have Picked Sides in Harry & William's Drama Related: Did William really cheat on Kate? Beatrice married Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi in 2020 and has two daughters with him, Sienna and Athena. Mapelli Mozzi, however, has an older son, a nine-year-old son, Christopher Woolf 'Wolfie' Mapelli Mozzi. He shares Wolfie with ex-fiancée Dara Huang. But who is Dara Huang? And what are the family dynamics in this blended family? Huang is a successful American architect who is now based in London, where in 2013 she founded the architecture and design firm Design Haus Liberty. Huang is also the co-founder of a furniture and interiors brand with J. Christopher Burch, called Dara Maison. By all reports, Huang, Mapelli Mozz,i and Princess Beatrice get along very well, and have successfully co-parented Wolfie for the last few years without any issues. Speaking to Harper's Bazaar UK, Huang said about co-parenting, 'Wolfie has had two sets of parents trying to help him on both sides, and I just think, 'The more, the merrier,'' adding, 'I feel lucky to have such positive people around him, who really embrace him, because it didn't have to be so easy.' For Huang, your kids should come first. 'It's all about your point of view. I don't understand people who are divorced and then hold their children as collateral; that doesn't make any sense. It's about creating a happy home and lifestyle.' The single mom recently spoke about just that, being a single mom, in an Instagram post alongside a friend, Bella Koenig, who got married in Tuscany. 'Single moms rock! Here's one for all the single moms out there,' she said, adding, 'There's always going to be a wonderful man who will love your baby as much as you do and will take responsibility for all of your lives together as a blended family. Proof to never give up on love!' Princess Beatrice, meanwhile, has referred to herself as a 'bonus mum' to Wolfie and spoken about how it's a 'great honour' to be in his life. Huang just split from Spanish investor Filippos Kodellas de la Morena. She previously dated Mapelli Mozzi from 2015 to 2018. Their son, Christopher 'Wolfie' Mapelli Mozzi, was born in 2016. Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi and Princess Beatrice married in 2020. The two had known each other since childhood, as his family is close friends with her parents, Prince Andrew, Duke of York, and Sarah, Duchess of York. Best of StyleCaster The 26 Best Romantic Comedies to Watch if You Want to Know What Love Feels Like These 'Bachelor' Secrets & Rules Prove What Happens Behind the Scenes Is So Much Juicier BTS's 7 Members Were Discovered in the Most Unconventional Ways
Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Daily Mirror
FBI to release Epstein video that proves how he died 'clear as day'
Deputy FBI Director Dan Bongino says the tape will definitively show the disgraced financier died by suicide without outside involvement, amid theories he was murdered in a New York prison Footage proving Prince Andrew's paedophile pal Jeffrey Epstein took his own life is to be released by the FBI. Deputy Director Dan Bongino says the tape will definitively show the disgraced financier died by suicide without outside involvement. Ever since Epstein's death in August 2019, conspiracy theorists have peddled stories that the disgraced Wall Street financier was murdered while he awaited trial on child sex offences. They believe he was killed to silence him from speaking about what he knows of the world 's rich and powerful men. But the video, which was recorded inside the Metropolitan Correctional Centre (MCC) in New York, where he was being held, is now set for release. It is currently being enhanced for clarity and will be published alongside the unedited original. According to Bongino, the footage will show Epstein was entirely alone in the cell bay where he was later found dead in August 2019. 'There is significant public interest,' he said. 'I'm just telling you what we see in the file. I just want to be crystal clear on this. I am not asking anyone to believe me. I'm telling you what's there and what isn't right. There is nothing in the file at this point on the Epstein case, and there's going to be a disclosure on this coming shortly. 'Not a video of him killing him. Not the actual act, but the entire MCC Bay, there was not only one camera. There were others. We are working on cleaning it up to make sure you have an enhanced. And we're going to give the original. So you don't think there were any shenanigans. You're going to see there's no one there but him. There's just nobody there. 'So I say to people, if you have a tip, let us know. But there's no DNA, there's no audio, there's no fingerprints, there's no suspects, there's no accomplices, there's no tips. There is nothing. If you have it, I'm happy to see it. The video is clear as day. He's the only person in there and the only person coming out. You can see it.' Epstein, 66, was awaiting trial on multiple federal charges of sex trafficking involving underage girls at the time of his death on August 10, 2019. He had previously been convicted in 2008 of soliciting prostitution from a minor, but avoided federal charges under a controversial plea deal in Florida. His arrest in 2019 reignited public outrage and exposed a sprawling network of powerful individuals who had maintained ties with the financier over the years. One of those ties led directly to Buckingham Palace. Epstein's long-standing friendship with Prince Andrew, the Duke of York, came under intense scrutiny after one of the American's accusers, Virginia Giuffre, alleged she was trafficked to the royal when she was 17. Prince Andrew denied the allegations, but the fallout led to his removal from public royal duties and a financial settlement with Giuffre after she sued him in a US civil case. The mysterious circumstances of Epstein's death - he was found hanging in his cell just weeks after surviving a previous reported suicide attempt, and amid alleged failures by prison staff - have fueled widespread conspiracy theories. Critics questioned the conveniently malfunctioning cameras, sleeping guards, and missing cellmate at the time. High-profile figures, including politicians, celebrities, and conspiracy theorists, have long speculated that Epstein was murdered to silence him and protect powerful associates. But Bongino says the footage will leave no room for doubt. His comments represent the most direct effort yet by US law enforcement official to push back against years of speculation and online conspiracy theories surrounding Epstein's death. The FBI's decision to publicly release the surveillance video marks a rare move in a high-profile investigation, aimed at restoring public trust and closing a chapter of doubt that has persisted since the day Epstein died. No exact date for the release has been announced, but Bongino emphasised that the delay stems from technical work to improve the video's clarity, not any attempt to obscure details. 'We want to make sure when it's out, it's out in full,' he said.
News.com.au
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Prince William plans to ‘banish' Prince Andrew from the royal family when he becomes King
If there is one person Prince Andrew should be worried about, it is his nephew, the future king. Royal experts told Fox News Digital that when Prince William takes over the throne one day, he reportedly will swiftly address 'the Andrew problem' that has plagued the British royal family. 'Prince William has long had a strained and distant relationship with Andrew,' British royal expert Hilary Fordwich claimed to Fox News Digital, noting that the Prince of Wales holds 'a grudge against his disgraced uncle.' 'Andrew's future within the royal family is beyond bleak, since Prince William is firmly opposed to any public rehabilitation with no foreseeable path back,' Fordwich claimed. 'He wants Andrew to vanish from public view.' Fordwich's claims came shortly after longtime BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond told Closer Weekly that the father of three is not interested in wasting time on the Duke of York following his sex scandal. 'William has been a strong voice in managing 'the Andrew problem' — he is adamant that there is no way back for his uncle,' Bond told the outlet. Fox News Digital has reached out to Kensington Palace for comment. Andrew, once second-in-line to the throne, has been a constant source of tabloid fodder. It is said that the 65-year-old permanently damaged his reputation after he gave a disastrous interview to the BBC in 2019, which forced him to give up all royal duties. Andrew gave the interview to address concerns about his ties to the late American financier and convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein. His televised tell-all backfired when he failed to explain his continued contact with Epstein or show sympathy for his victims. 'William's strong stance on 'the Andrew problem' is consistent, unwavering and his influence has been decisive in ensuring Andrew remains sidelined,' said Fordwich. 'He is driven by his desire … to protect the monarchy's reputation, doing all he can to safeguard its future.' '[William is] very in touch with the public,' Fordwich shared. 'Every public opinion poll has Andrew at the bottom, reinforcing Prince William's stance. Once king, no doubt, Prince William will ensure Andrew is completely excluded from royal life, as well as all public appearances.' Bond noted to Closer Weekly that keeping the monarchy relevant is 'extremely important' to William, guaranteeing that there will never be a place for Andrew. 'I think [the Prince and Princess of Wales] are completely united in doing all they can to keep the monarchy connected with the younger generation,' said Bond. 'They look modern, they act modern.' Following Andrew's nuclear interview, his late mother stripped him of his royal duties and charity roles. More recently, his brother, King Charles III, tried to persuade Andrew to cut his expenses by leaving his home, Royal Lodge, a sprawling royal estate, and instead, moving to a smaller cottage inside the security perimeter of Windsor Castle. However, Andrew remains ensconced in the 30-room Royal Lodge. 'Prince William's role within the royal family is more prominent and influential than ever, as is his centre stage position in diplomatic relations,' British broadcaster and photographer Helena Chard explained to Fox News Digital. 'He recognises the public animosity towards Andrew,' said Chard. 'He views him as a complete liability with his series of scandals, both past and present, shovelling shame on the family. His stance towards his uncle is tough. He will not entertain anyone toxic to the brand. Andrew will not be part of the streamlined monarchy.' 'King Charles is said to be fed up with 'the Andrew problem,' although he has a softer approach to his brother as he is family,' Chard continued. 'Prince William, however, has never been a fan of his uncle. He has no time for him. Allegedly, he was also disappointed that Andrew did not welcome his wife into the family with open arms all those years ago.' That grudge, Chard claimed, was unshakeable even before Andrew's relationship with Epstein came to light. The 'Andrew Problem' has long been a source of friction for the royal family. After 22 years in the Royal Navy, including combat operations as a helicopter pilot during the Falklands War, Andrew was named Britain's special representative for international trade and investment in 2001. However, he was forced to step down in 2011 amid growing concern about his friendship with Epstein, who had been sentenced to 18 months in prison after pleading guilty to soliciting a minor for prostitution. Andrew had also been criticised for meeting with the son of Libyan dictator Moammar Gadhafi and the son-in-law of ousted Tunisian President Zine El Abidine Ben Ali. Even before that, some members of Parliament had raised concerns about the sale of Andrew's former home, but Andrew's links to Epstein have been his biggest problem. 'Andrew has been an embarrassment for years and represents the worst, most entitled aspect of royalty,' royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams claimed to Fox News Digital. ' … One of the problems with Andrew is that fresh embarrassments, most recently regarding an alleged Chinese spy and emails which indicated that he had further contact with Epstein after what was supposed to be a cut-off date, keep appearing.' Fitzwilliams claimed that while the king, 76, 'may privately feel some sympathy' for his sibling, William 'has to be kept at arm's length.' For William, protecting the crown comes first above all, and there is no place for Andrew once he becomes king. 'His best future is well behind him,' said Fitzwilliams.
The Independent
5 days ago
- General
- The Independent
UK ambassador Peter Mandelson says he wishes he never met Jeffrey Epstein
The UK's ambassador to the US, Peter Mandelson, has said he 'regrets' his relationship with the disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein. Lord Mandelson has repeatedly been quizzed on his friendship with the paedophile and convicted sex trafficker. Epstein died in prison in 2019 while awaiting trial on charges of sex trafficking minors. An internal JPMorgan report from 2019, filed to a New York court in 2023, said that 'Jeffrey Epstein appears to maintain a particularly close relationship with Prince Andrew, the Duke of York, and Lord Peter Mandelson, a senior member of the British government', according to the Financial Times. The dossier laid bare the Labour grandee's ties to the late paedophile – who was close enough to the former Labour cabinet minister to call him 'Petie'. It is not clear when Mandelson was introduced to Epstein, though a 2002 New York Magazine said he had a dinner party at Epstein's Manhattan home. A photo of Mandelson and Epstein celebrating a birthday at Epstein's Paris home in 2007 emerged in 2022. There is no suggestion of wrongdoing by Mandelson. Speaking to Sky News on Tuesday, the UK ambassador to the US was asked if he stayed in one of Epstein's properties while he was in jail. He replied: "I'm not answering any questions about him. My knowledge of him is something I regret, I wish I'd never met him in the first place." He was then pressed on if he had a relationship with Epstein while he was in jail. Lord Mandelson replied: "Why did many people meet him? He was a prolific networker. And I wish I'd never met him in the first place." Earlier this year, the Labour grandee told the Financial Times: 'I regret ever meeting him or being introduced to him by his partner Ghislaine Maxwell. I regret even more the hurt he caused to many young women.' He went on to add: 'I'm not going to go into this. It's an FT obsession and frankly you can all f*** off. OK?' Lord Mandelson was appointed UK ambassador to the United States in December 2024. He had described Donald Trump as a 'danger to the world' in 2019. Following his appointment as ambassador, he said his comments were 'ill-judged and wrong'.
Fox News
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Prince William plans to banish uncle Andrew from royal life when he becomes king: expert
If there is one person Prince Andrew should be worried about, it is his nephew, the future king. Royal experts told Fox News Digital that when Prince William takes over the throne one day, he reportedly will swiftly address "the Andrew problem" that has plagued the British royal family. "Prince William has long had a strained and distant relationship with Andrew," British royal expert Hilary Fordwich claimed to Fox News Digital, noting that the Prince of Wales holds "a grudge against his disgraced uncle." "Andrew's future within the royal family is beyond bleak, since Prince William is firmly opposed to any public rehabilitation with no foreseeable path back," Fordwich claimed. "He wants Andrew to vanish from public view." Fordwich's claims came shortly after longtime BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond told Closer Weekly that the father of three is not interested in wasting time on the Duke of York following his sex scandal. "William has been a strong voice in managing 'the Andrew problem' — he is adamant that there is no way back for his uncle," Bond told the outlet. Fox News Digital has reached out to Kensington Palace for comment. Andrew, once second-in-line to the throne, has been a constant source of tabloid fodder. It is said that the 65-year-old permanently damaged his reputation after he gave a disastrous interview to the BBC in 2019, which forced him to give up all royal duties. Andrew gave the interview to address concerns about his ties to the late American financier and convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein. His televised tell-all backfired when he failed to explain his continued contact with Epstein or show sympathy for his victims. "William's strong stance on 'the Andrew problem' is consistent, unwavering and his influence has been decisive in ensuring Andrew remains sidelined," said Fordwich. "He is driven by his desire… to protect the monarchy's reputation, doing all he can to safeguard its future." "[William is] very in touch with the public," Fordwich shared. "Every public opinion poll has Andrew at the bottom, reinforcing Prince William's stance. Once king, no doubt, Prince William will ensure Andrew is completely excluded from royal life, as well as all public appearances." Bond noted to Closer Weekly that keeping the monarchy relevant is "extremely important" to William, guaranteeing that there will never be a place for Andrew. WATCH: VIRGINIA GIUFFRE, JEFFREY EPSTEIN AND PRINCE ANDREW ACCUSER, DEAD AT 41 BY SUICIDE: REPORT "I think [the Prince and Princess of Wales] are completely united in doing all they can to keep the monarchy connected with the younger generation," said Bond. "They look modern, they act modern." Following Andrew's nuclear interview, his late mother stripped him of his royal duties and charity roles. More recently, his brother, King Charles III, tried to persuade Andrew to cut his expenses by leaving his home, Royal Lodge, a sprawling royal estate, and instead, moving to a smaller cottage inside the security perimeter of Windsor Castle. However, Andrew remains ensconced in the 30-room Royal Lodge. "Prince William's role within the royal family is more prominent and influential than ever, as is his center stage position in diplomatic relations," British broadcaster and photographer Helena Chard explained to Fox News Digital. "He recognizes the public animosity towards Andrew," said Chard. "He views him as a complete liability with his series of scandals, both past and present, shoveling shame on the family. His stance towards his uncle is tough. He will not entertain anyone toxic to the brand. Andrew will not be part of the streamlined monarchy." "King Charles is said to be fed up with 'the Andrew problem,' although he has a softer approach to his brother as he is family," Chard continued. "Prince William, however, has never been a fan of his uncle. He has no time for him. Allegedly, he was also disappointed that Andrew did not welcome his wife into the family with open arms all those years ago." That grudge, Chard claimed, was unshakable even before Andrew's relationship with Epstein came to light. The "Andrew Problem" has long been a source of friction for the royal family. After 22 years in the Royal Navy, including combat operations as a helicopter pilot during the Falklands War, Andrew was named Britain's special representative for international trade and investment in 2001. However, he was forced to step down in 2011 amid growing concern about his friendship with Epstein, who had been sentenced to 18 months in prison after pleading guilty to soliciting a minor for prostitution. Andrew had also been criticized for meeting with the son of Libyan dictator Moammar Gadhafi and the son-in-law of ousted Tunisian President Zine El Abidine Ben Ali. Even before that, some members of Parliament had raised concerns about the sale of Andrew's former home, but Andrew's links to Epstein have been his biggest problem. "Andrew has been an embarrassment for years and represents the worst, most entitled aspect of royalty," royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams claimed to Fox News Digital. "… One of the problems with Andrew is that fresh embarrassments, most recently regarding an alleged Chinese spy and emails which indicated that he had further contact with Epstein after what was supposed to be a cutoff date, keep appearing." Fitzwilliams claimed that while the king, 76, "may privately feel some sympathy" for his sibling, William "has to be kept at arm's length." For William, protecting the crown comes first above all, and there is no place for Andrew once he becomes king. "His best future is well behind him," said Fitzwilliams. Andrew's connection with Epstein will always haunt him, experts warned. Virginia Giuffre, who accused Andrew and other influential men of sexually exploiting her as a teenager trafficked by Epstein, died by suicide in April. She was 41. In one of her lawsuits, Giuffre said she had sex with the royal three times: in London during her 2001 trip, at Epstein's New York mansion when she was 17, and in the Virgin Islands when she was 18. Andrew categorically rejected Giuffre's allegations and said he did not recall having met her. In 2022, he settled with Giuffre for an undisclosed sum, agreeing to make a "substantial donation" to her survivors' organization. British newspapers reported amounts for the settlement ranged from $6 million to $16 million. A statement filed in court said that the prince acknowledged Epstein was a sex trafficker and Giuffre was "an established victim of abuse." Epstein killed himself in 2019 while awaiting trial on U.S. federal sex trafficking charges involving dozens of teenage girls and young women, some as young as 14. In his interview, Andrew expressed regret for "my ill-judged" association with Epstein. "His suicide has left many unanswered questions, particularly for the victims, and I deeply sympathize with everyone who has been affected and wants some form of closure," said Andrew. As far as William is concerned, there is no turning back for Andrew. "William has attempted to be the power of influence in royal affairs these days," royal expert Ian Pelham Turner claimed to Fox News Digital. "… Some constant ideas include sending Andrew to a farm in the north of England, or more realistically, a substantial house in the Belgravia district of London. The late queen would be turning in her grave as the House of Windsor turns into the House of Wonder. What is going to happen next?" However, these days, royal experts claim Andrew has been attempting to keep his head down at Royal Lodge. Fitzwilliams pointed out that he previously signed a 75-year lease to stay at the palatial property. "So long as he can afford to keep it up, he can't be evicted," said Fitzwilliams. Chard claimed that Andrew has been spending his free time closely connected to his "immediate family," including daughters Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie. "I'm sure he's plotting how he can regain his royal status without the wrath of Prince William," Chard claimed. "He could start by honoring his promise to fight the evils of sex trafficking and supporting victims of sex trafficking." "Prince William's most important role is that of dad and husband," Chard reflected. "However, he is paving the way to be king sooner than anticipated. He is in tune with the public and the younger generation. He realizes that to justify the existence of the royal family, the heaviest burden will soon fall at his feet. This weight always rests on the king or queen."
