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Kate ‘in Disgust' of Harry Amid Reports Their Relationship Has ‘Dramatically Deteriorated' Under the ‘Influence' of Meghan
Kate ‘in Disgust' of Harry Amid Reports Their Relationship Has ‘Dramatically Deteriorated' Under the ‘Influence' of Meghan

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Kate ‘in Disgust' of Harry Amid Reports Their Relationship Has ‘Dramatically Deteriorated' Under the ‘Influence' of Meghan

It's hard to keep track of all the feuds in the British Royal family at this point. King Charles is feuding with Prince Harry. So is Prince William. And it seems Prince William is also feuding with Prince Andrew. Everyone seems to be taking sides. And recently, there were reports that Kate Middleton was trying to fix her husband's relationship with her brother, Prince Harry, with whom she's always been close. Reportedly, that's not true anymore, if it ever was. Instead, it seems like she's just supporting her husband and his decisions regarding his brother. An unnamed source told Us Weekly that the Prince and Princess of Wales 'just don't understand why Harry doesn't stay quiet.' But there's more. According to Kinsey Schofield, host of the 'To Di For Daily' podcast, William is also upset about how Kate has been treated. More from StyleCaster Princess Alexandra Subtly Took a Side in Charles & Harry's Feud Amid Reports There's 'No Turning Back' in Their Relationship Prince Edward Could Predict 'Desperately Lonely' Harry's Future Amid Reports Charles' Funeral May Be the Last Time He Ever Sees His Family Again Related: Did William really cheat on Kate? 'Catherine has been nothing but supportive of her husband – and that's exactly why Prince William is so deeply hurt,' Schofield explained. 'His pain doesn't come from personal insults or headlines. It comes from his instinct to protect the woman he loves… But what cuts the deepest is Harry's treatment of Catherine. She's always loved him, always treated him like a little brother. That's the betrayal William won't forget… But Harry never seems to think about the consequences.' British broadcaster and photographer Helena Chard told Fox New Digital that Middleton had been 'saddened' by the rift between the brothers. But she won't intervene. 'Catherine and Harry shared a fun humor and were often seen giggling together at events,' Chard explained. 'Sadly and upsettingly, Princess Catherine was dragged into the public negative narrative which was a real smack round the face for the kind sister-in-law who tried hard to be the peacemaker between the brothers.' Recent reports had indicated that, even though Middleton was upset at Harry's recent interview, she was trying to mediate between the brothers. 'Kate's deeply upset with Harry, but she's also frustrated that William and the rest of the family have allowed things to deteriorate this badly,' the insider said, adding that, 'It's heartbreaking for her to watch the family so publicly divided.' also reported that 'William is furious that Harry's speaking out again and doing interviews – he's convinced this isn't the end of it.' And Prince William has, therefore, given instructions to the rest of the family not to communicate with Harry. 'He's made it clear to the rest of the family that they should keep their distance from the Sussexes, because anything shared could be turned against them,' the report also said. According to Royal expert Hilary Fordwich, all of this only adds to the strained relationship between Middleton and Prince Harry, who used to be close. 'Princess Catherine and Prince Harry's relationship has dramatically deteriorated over recent years,' Fordwich claimed. 'There is a huge sense of betrayal and broader frustration, as well as a massive cultural clash. How Harry has changed under the influence of Meghan Markle has been baffling both to the royal family and beyond.' 'Catherine, in particular, is deeply wounded by Harry's media disclosures airing family grievances and betraying any family loyalty while dismissing royal values. Catherine was once the peacemaker between the feuding brothers. She often encouraged William to reconcile,' she also said, adding, 'However, after years of futile efforts, she has now thrown her hands up in disgust, stepping back from any role of attempting to mediate a reconciliation since the rift between the brothers kept widening.' The drama continues, and it doesn't seem like it'll get better anytime soon. 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

Will Prince William accept Prince Harry's plea and welcome him back to the royal family? Here's what experts say
Will Prince William accept Prince Harry's plea and welcome him back to the royal family? Here's what experts say

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time03-05-2025

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Will Prince William accept Prince Harry's plea and welcome him back to the royal family? Here's what experts say

A fresh appeal from Prince Harry for reconciliation with his family is unlikely to be met warmly, with royal experts indicating that Prince William remains firm in his stance to keep a distance from his younger brother, as mentioned in a report by Fox strained ties between the once inseparable princes appear to have worsened, with no sign of repair in sight. In recent remarks to BBC following a failed legal bid to reinstate his UK security, Prince Harry expressed a desire to mend ties, saying, "Life is precious... I don't know how much longer my father has." However, royal commentator Hilary Fordwich told Fox News Digital that such statements ring hollow in light of Harry's repeated public criticisms of the royal family. "Over the years, the gulf has widened between Prince William and Harry — largely due to Harry's ongoing public denigration of the monarchy," Fordwich said, adding that the Duke of Cambridge is now more resolved than ever to uphold the institution. "Prince William views the monarchy as having been undermined by Harry's commercial ventures and revelations', as quoted in a report by Fox News. Royal expert Ian Pelham Turner echoed this sentiment, stating plainly, "Will William forgive Harry and Meghan and welcome them back? A big fat royal no." Turner added that if the Duke and Duchess of Sussex were ever to return to royal duties, "King Charles would have to overrule his eldest son once again." According to Turner, it is not a matter of what Harry says or does now — the damage has already been done, especially following the release of Harry's memoir "Spare" and a string of interviews perceived as critical of the monarchy. Fordwich also questioned Harry's sincerity, labeling him 'hypocritical' for expressing regret over the family rift while failing to take personal responsibility for exacerbating it. 'He has publicly aired grievances but offered no true apology or gestures of reconciliation,' she said. The expert pointed to Harry's shifting explanations — from concerns about safety to alleging rejection by the royal household — as confusing and inconsistent. These contradictions, observers say, make genuine reconciliation all the more failed attempt to restore government-funded security has further complicated his position. During his BBC interview, he remarked, "I never asked [my father] to intervene… but there is a lot of ability and control in his hands." He also said he could not envision bringing his wife Meghan Markle and their children back to the UK under current circumstances, as mentioned in the Fox News report.. Harry's suggestion that palace influence contributed to his court defeat was described by expert Richard Fitzwilliams as 'extraordinary,' with Fitzwilliams concluding that the rift between Harry and the royal family is 'unbridgeable.' Meanwhile, Kinsey Schofield, host of the To Di For Daily podcast, said the Sussexes' media appearances have backfired. 'Harry claims he misses his family and feels unsafe, while Meghan publicly says she's never been happier. It's a PR disaster,' she noted. The couple, who stepped back from royal duties in 2020, have consistently voiced concerns about media intrusion and alleged institutional neglect. Yet their continued public disclosures, including Netflix documentaries and Harry's book, have only deepened the cited the "toxic environment" within royal life and experiences of racism as key reasons behind his and Meghan's decision to leave the UK, first relocating to Canada and later settling in Los Angeles. He also pointed to the withdrawal of their security following their change in royal in the line of succession are William's three children, listed by birth order: Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis. Following them, Prince Harry—King Charles' younger son—holds the fifth position, with his eldest child, Prince Archie, in sixth place.

Prince William can't strip Meghan Markle's royal title, but using it may come at a price: experts
Prince William can't strip Meghan Markle's royal title, but using it may come at a price: experts

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time02-05-2025

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Prince William can't strip Meghan Markle's royal title, but using it may come at a price: experts

Prince William is said to be strategizing about how he can strip his younger brother and sister-in-law of their royal titles. Kinsey Schofield, host of the To Di For Daily podcast, claimed to Fox News Digital she was the first to share this report before it was picked up by multiple outlets. Fox News Digital reached out to Kensington Palace, which handles the office of the Prince of Wales, for comment. The claim hasn't been verified by the palace. "I knew Prince William wanted to strip them of their titles weeks ago," Schofield claimed to Fox News Digital. Prince William's Public Dig At Meghan Markle And Prince Harry Shows He 'Doesn't Care' What They Think: Experts "Prince William does not run from confrontation in the way that his father does… Prince William believes that Harry and Meghan are exploiting their proximity to the royal family despite doing everything in their power to jeopardize the monarchy's future. There is anger surrounding Harry and Meghan, making the last few years of Prince Philip and Queen Elizabeth's lives a living hell." "The reality is, [the Duke and Duchess of Sussex] are currently making the last years of King Charles' life a living hell," Schofield claimed. "Prince William, along with the public, is going to be less forgiving this time around… This desperation we sense is Meghan, [in particular], knowing that Prince William is on the horizon, and he will not put up with her." Read On The Fox News App Meghan, a former American actress, was given the title of Duchess of Sussex by Queen Elizabeth II on her 2018 wedding day to Harry. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex stepped back as senior royals in 2020 and moved to California, citing unbearable intrusions from the British press and lack of support from the palace. Since their move, which has been coined "Megxit" by the press, the couple have aired their grievances in interviews, documentaries as well as Harry's 2023 memoir, "Spare." People magazine reported that while they're no longer working royals, they still retain their "His/Her Royal Highness" titles, but they cannot use them in public or for commercial purposes. According to the outlet, Meghan's royal styling recently drew attention after a personalized note bearing her "HRH" title surfaced more than a year after she used it on a gift to a friend. WATCH: MEGHAN MARKLE AND PRINCE HARRY ACTED LIKE A COUPLE OF TEENAGERS, PALACE SOURCES ALLEGE IN EXPLOSIVE NEW BOOK The outlet noted that while Meghan, 43, and Harry, 40, don't use their HRH titles for "public or commercial ventures," their formal titles stand. The outlet pointed out that the note in question was "part of a private, personal gift – not a business move." Still, Schofield claimed that Meghan's use of her HRH title doesn't sit well with William. "Meghan's use of the Sussex title, but even more the HRH title, is a violation of the Sandringham Agreement [before the couple's exit]," said Schofield. "Something Harry and Meghan were viciously bitter about to begin with." British royal expert Hilary Fordwich told Fox News Digital that the removal of a royal title requires legislative action through an act of Parliament. This means that William alone cannot strip the couple of their titles once he becomes king. However, she claimed that the 42-year-old is adamant on sending a clear message to the couple. "King Charles is tolerant and lenient, as they are both his sons," she explained. "He has, until very recently, always hoped for some sort of reconciliation. He grew up surrounded by a loyal family and siblings. [But] Prince William has felt personally betrayed by the one person who shared his childhood experiences [publicly]." "Former courtiers have always said that William is bent on stripping Harry and Meghan of their HRH titles due to their blatant breach of both the agreement with his grandmother and royal protocol," Fordwich claimed. "He has been sickened by his brother leveraging his royal status for personal gain, mainly by revealing intimate childhood experiences they shared." Click Here To Sign Up For The Entertainment Newsletter William could possibly get some backup to make that goal a reality. People magazine pointed out that in recent years there have been discussions about introducing legislation that would grant either the monarch or a parliamentary committee the power to remove royal titles. In 2022, a "Removal of Titles Bill" was introduced, the outlet reported. It aims to give the monarch power to remove titles "on their own initiative or following a recommendation of a joint committee of Parliament." However, it has not been enacted into law. In 2023, Bob Seely, who at the time was a conservative member of Parliament, had promised to introduce a bill that would strip Harry and Meghan of their royal titles. "I'm not a republican and support the monarchy, but after the latest installment of the couple's feud with the rest of the royal family, I believe that Parliament and the Privy Council should consider a nuclear option," Seely wrote in The Mail on Sunday. "The Duke and Duchess can be Mr. and Mrs. like the rest of us." "My aim is simple: if someone doesn't want to be royal, that is a decision we respect – but they should not keep the titles and privileges if they trash an institution that plays an important part in our nation's life." Seely didn't immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment at the time. Parliament's website currently notes that Seely is "no longer a Member, but was most recently the Conservative MP [Member of Parliament] for Isle of Wight, and left the Commons on 30 May 2024." Like What You're Reading? Click Here For More Entertainment News Fordwich said that William would likely get plenty of support for wanting Harry and Meghan to lose their titles. "Given public polling over the years, the public shares his sentiments," said Fordwich. "He wishes to uphold traditional values, norms and the integrity of the monarch. He views Meghan Markle commercializing the HRH title as disrespectful to his beloved grandmother. They were granted by Queen Elizabeth II as hereditary titles. While Parliament hasn't passed any laws in this regard, they have already discussed creating new legislation allowing their titles to be revoked more easily, in step with public sentiment." Master Graham Zellick, a professor of public law and tribunal judge, noted that the HRH style would be the easiest title for a monarch to remove. "At present, the Sussexes (like Prince Andrew, Duke of York) have agreed not to use the appellation while they have abandoned royal duties, but it is clear that it could be withdrawn by the King, a decision that would not be amenable to judicial review," wrote Zellick. "In any case, removal of the honorific on the basis of giving up the role of a working member of the royal family and living abroad could hardly be faulted." The Duke and Duchess of Sussex reside in California with their two young article source: Prince William can't strip Meghan Markle's royal title, but using it may come at a price: experts

Prince William can't strip Meghan Markle's royal title, but using it may come at a price: experts
Prince William can't strip Meghan Markle's royal title, but using it may come at a price: experts

Fox News

time02-05-2025

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Prince William can't strip Meghan Markle's royal title, but using it may come at a price: experts

Prince William is said to be strategizing about how he can strip his younger brother and sister-in-law of their royal titles. Kinsey Schofield, host of the To Di For Daily podcast, claimed to Fox News Digital she was the first to share this report before it was picked up by multiple outlets. Fox News Digital reached out to Kensington Palace, which handles the office of the Prince of Wales, for comment. The claim hasn't been verified by the palace. "I knew Prince William wanted to strip them of their titles weeks ago," Schofield claimed to Fox News Digital. "Prince William does not run from confrontation in the way that his father does… Prince William believes that Harry and Meghan are exploiting their proximity to the royal family despite doing everything in their power to jeopardize the monarchy's future. There is anger surrounding Harry and Meghan, making the last few years of Prince Philip and Queen Elizabeth's lives a living hell." "The reality is, [the Duke and Duchess of Sussex] are currently making the last years of King Charles' life a living hell," Schofield claimed. "Prince William, along with the public, is going to be less forgiving this time around… This desperation we sense is Meghan, [in particular], knowing that Prince William is on the horizon, and he will not put up with her." Meghan, a former American actress, was given the title of Duchess of Sussex by Queen Elizabeth II on her 2018 wedding day to Harry. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex stepped back as senior royals in 2020 and moved to California, citing unbearable intrusions from the British press and lack of support from the palace. Since their move, which has been coined "Megxit" by the press, the couple have aired their grievances in interviews, documentaries as well as Harry's 2023 memoir, "Spare." People magazine reported that while they're no longer working royals, they still retain their "His/Her Royal Highness" titles, but they cannot use them in public or for commercial purposes. According to the outlet, Meghan's royal styling recently drew attention after a personalized note bearing her "HRH" title surfaced more than a year after she used it on a gift to a friend. WATCH: MEGHAN MARKLE AND PRINCE HARRY ACTED LIKE A COUPLE OF TEENAGERS, PALACE SOURCES ALLEGE IN EXPLOSIVE NEW BOOK The outlet noted that while Meghan, 43, and Harry, 40, don't use their HRH titles for "public or commercial ventures," their formal titles stand. The outlet pointed out that the note in question was "part of a private, personal gift – not a business move." Still, Schofield claimed that Meghan's use of her HRH title doesn't sit well with William. "Meghan's use of the Sussex title, but even more the HRH title, is a violation of the Sandringham Agreement [before the couple's exit]," said Schofield. "Something Harry and Meghan were viciously bitter about to begin with." British royal expert Hilary Fordwich told Fox News Digital that the removal of a royal title requires legislative action through an act of Parliament. This means that William alone cannot strip the couple of their titles once he becomes king. However, she claimed that the 42-year-old is adamant on sending a clear message to the couple. "King Charles is tolerant and lenient, as they are both his sons," she explained. "He has, until very recently, always hoped for some sort of reconciliation. He grew up surrounded by a loyal family and siblings. [But] Prince William has felt personally betrayed by the one person who shared his childhood experiences [publicly]." "Former courtiers have always said that William is bent on stripping Harry and Meghan of their HRH titles due to their blatant breach of both the agreement with his grandmother and royal protocol," Fordwich claimed. "He has been sickened by his brother leveraging his royal status for personal gain, mainly by revealing intimate childhood experiences they shared." William could possibly get some backup to make that goal a reality. People magazine pointed out that in recent years there have been discussions about introducing legislation that would grant either the monarch or a parliamentary committee the power to remove royal titles. In 2022, a "Removal of Titles Bill" was introduced, the outlet reported. It aims to give the monarch power to remove titles "on their own initiative or following a recommendation of a joint committee of Parliament." However, it has not been enacted into law. In 2023, Bob Seely, who at the time was a conservative member of Parliament, had promised to introduce a bill that would strip Harry and Meghan of their royal titles. "I'm not a republican and support the monarchy, but after the latest installment of the couple's feud with the rest of the royal family, I believe that Parliament and the Privy Council should consider a nuclear option," Seely wrote in The Mail on Sunday. "The Duke and Duchess can be Mr. and Mrs. like the rest of us." "My aim is simple: if someone doesn't want to be royal, that is a decision we respect – but they should not keep the titles and privileges if they trash an institution that plays an important part in our nation's life." Seely didn't immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment at the time. Parliament's website currently notes that Seely is "no longer a Member, but was most recently the Conservative MP [Member of Parliament] for Isle of Wight, and left the Commons on 30 May 2024." Fordwich said that William would likely get plenty of support for wanting Harry and Meghan to lose their titles. "Given public polling over the years, the public shares his sentiments," said Fordwich. "He wishes to uphold traditional values, norms and the integrity of the monarch. He views Meghan Markle commercializing the HRH title as disrespectful to his beloved grandmother. They were granted by Queen Elizabeth II as hereditary titles. While Parliament hasn't passed any laws in this regard, they have already discussed creating new legislation allowing their titles to be revoked more easily, in step with public sentiment." Master Graham Zellick, a professor of public law and tribunal judge, noted that the HRH style would be the easiest title for a monarch to remove. "At present, the Sussexes (like Prince Andrew, Duke of York) have agreed not to use the appellation while they have abandoned royal duties, but it is clear that it could be withdrawn by the King, a decision that would not be amenable to judicial review," wrote Zellick. "In any case, removal of the honorific on the basis of giving up the role of a working member of the royal family and living abroad could hardly be faulted." The Duke and Duchess of Sussex reside in California with their two young children.

Jeffrey Epstein pal Prince Andrew should disappear after Virginia Giuffre's death: experts
Jeffrey Epstein pal Prince Andrew should disappear after Virginia Giuffre's death: experts

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time01-05-2025

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Jeffrey Epstein pal Prince Andrew should disappear after Virginia Giuffre's death: experts

If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Several royal experts believe Prince Andrew, the disgraced Duke of York, should stay in the shadows and never return. Attorney David Boies, who represented Virginia Giuffre in her sex assault lawsuit against the British royal, urged Andrew to "say sorry and come clean" following her death. Prince Andrew Accuser Virginia Giuffre's Death Cements Royal's Ruin, Deepens Epstein's 'Evil' Legacy: Experts "I think she would have accepted Prince Andrew taking responsibility," Boies said during a recent appearance on "Piers Morgan Uncensored," as reported by the New York Post. However, several royal experts have argued that the prince should do the opposite — never been seen or heard from again. There's nothing he can do to redeem himself publicly, they stressed. Read On The Fox News App "Andrew needs to avoid being seen or heard for the rest of King Charles' reign," Kinsey Schofield, host of the "To Di For Daily" podcast, told Fox News Digital. "I'm not worried about a King William reign. William would put him in his place… but King Charles is weak, sick and detests confrontation, so Prince Andrew runs over him." "If you want to attend church with your family, fine — stay 100 feet behind them when photographers are around," Schofield argued. "Otherwise, he should continue… horse riding privately on the property that King Charles asked him to surrender. Whether he's innocent of the initial accusations is irrelevant. He's guilty by association with Jeffrey Epstein." Giuffre, who accused Andrew and other influential men of sexually exploiting her as a teenager trafficked by Epstein, an American financier, took her life on Friday at her farm in Western Australia, her publicist confirmed. She was 41. Schofield said Andrew had already done "enough talking" during his nuclear 2019 BBC interview in which he attempted to explain his connection to Epstein. Viewers saw a prince who proffered curious rebuttals — such as disputing Giuffre's recollection of sweaty dancing by saying he was medically incapable of perspiring — and showed no empathy for the women who said Epstein abused them. Click Here To Sign Up For The Entertainment Newsletter Within days of the interview, Andrew stepped down from his royal duties. "It was such a colossal failure of a PR strategy that there have been multiple scripted dramas made dissecting the horrific misstep," Schofield pointed out. Doug Eldridge, founder of Achilles PR, agreed. "As a PR strategist and crisis communications expert, I have rarely, if ever, said this: Prince Andrew is probably beyond the point of no return as it relates to his public image and reputation," Eldridge told Fox News Digital. "I'm not sure what Prince Andrew's destination is at this point, but he's long since crossed the point where he can turn things around and return to the way they used to be," Eldridge shared. "The accusations, the settlement, the seppuku-level public statements, and the informal relegation within the royal hierarchy, have all served to seal his fate." Eldridge noted that it's not likely Andrew would admit any kind of wrongdoing as it would put him in legal hot water. He also pointed out that Andrew settled with Giuffre in 2022 for an undisclosed sum, agreeing to make a "substantial donation" to her survivors' organization. WATCH: VIRGINIA GIUFFRE, JEFFREY EPSTEIN AND PRINCE ANDREW ACCUSER, DEAD AT 41 BY SUICIDE: REPORT A statement filed in court said that the prince acknowledged Epstein was a sex trafficker and Giuffre "an established victim of abuse." "A typical component of a settlement agreement is a non-disclosure clause," Eldridge explained. "In effect, it means that in exchange for a financial sum, the party offering to settle enjoys a privacy/secrecy element related to the agreement… The settling party might not be required to publicly admit any wrongdoing. In this case, with the settlement agreement in place, and Virginia Giuffre now deceased, the details are unlikely to be made public." Giuffre, born Virginia Roberts in Sacramento, California, once told interviewers that her childhood was shattered when she was sexually abused as a grade-schooler by a man her family knew. She later ran away from home and endured more abuse, she said. In subsequent lawsuits, Giuffre said she was approached by Epstein's girlfriend, Ghislaine Maxwell, in 2000. She said Maxwell hired her as a masseuse for Epstein, but the couple made her a sexual servant, pressuring her into gratifying not only Epstein but his friends and associates. Giuffre said she was flown around the world for assignations with men, including Andrew, when she was 17 and 18. WATCH: KING CHARLES SECRETLY PAYING PRINCE ANDREW'S RENT, AUTHOR CLAIMS The men denied it and assailed Giuffre's credibility. She acknowledged changing some key details of her account, including the age at which she first met Epstein. However, many parts of her story were supported by documents, witness testimony and photos — including one of her and Andrew, with his arm around her bare midriff, in Maxwell's London townhouse. "Prince Andrew's image is so toxic, and his BBC interview did so much damage, that nothing he could say at this juncture would improve matters," British royals expert Hilary Fordwich told Fox News Digital. Fordwich claimed that senior members of the royal family "held an emergency meeting" after the announcement of Giuffre's death. "Prince Andrew was excluded," Fordwich claimed. "Both Prince William and Kate Middleton have been concerned regarding any resulting backlash towards the royal family… The mood in the U.K. is one of heightened scrutiny and little sympathy for Andrew." A Buckingham Palace spokesperson previously told Fox News Digital they do not speak for the Duke of York as he is no longer a working royal. Giuffre said in one of her lawsuits that she had sex with Andrew 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. She said she met her now-husband in 2002 while taking massage training in Thailand at Epstein's behest. She married, moved to Australia and had a family. Like What You're Reading? Click Here For More Entertainment News 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. The charges came 14 years after police in Palm Beach, Florida, first began investigating allegations that he sexually abused underage girls who were hired to give him massages. Giuffre came forward publicly after the initial investigation ended in an 18-month Florida jail term for Epstein, who made a secret deal to avoid federal prosecution by pleading guilty instead to relatively minor state-level charges of soliciting prostitution. He was released in 2009. She went on to become an advocate for sex trafficking survivors and a central figure in Epstein's prolonged downfall. Andrew categorically rejected Giuffre's allegations and said he did not recall having met her. Maxwell was convicted in 2021 on federal sex trafficking and conspiracy charges. She was sentenced to 20 years in prison. Royal expert Ian Pelham Turner told Fox News Digital he expects Andrew to follow his late mother Queen Elizabeth II's mantra — never complain, never explain. "[The royal family will] let it blow over, knowing that to say sorry would be to admit guilt," he said. "In my view, Virginia Giuffre's death will seem uncomfortable for now for the royal family, but ultimately end in closure." Giuffre separated from her husband this year. She had been charged with breaching a family violence restraining order over an incident in February and was set to appear in court in June in the city of Perth, where her estranged husband and children live. She had yet to enter a plea to the charge. A conviction would have carried a potential maximum sentence of two years in prison. Most recently, Giuffre's publicist said she was hospitalized after a serious accident. She is survived by her three children. "The only thing that would, even in a small way, help Andrew's reputation would be actions," said Fordwich. "Such as charitable work for those impacted by sex trafficking or related charitable works. If he did this for several years and learned more about the resulting impacts and anguish, he could [possibly] speak, in time, with more genuine empathy." It is believed that Andrew first met Epstein in 1999. Andrew claimed he cut ties with Epstein shortly after the pair were photographed taking a stroll through Central Park. These days, he's been attempting to keep a low profile at his Royal Lodge article source: Jeffrey Epstein pal Prince Andrew should disappear after Virginia Giuffre's death: experts

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