The royal family’s decision to strip Prince Andrew of his titles not only humiliated him, but also deeply affected his daughters, Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie. Following his expulsion from the Royal Lodge and the removal of his princely title, the princesses, who retain their own titles, now face the burden of their father’s ongoing scandals.
According to Andrew’s biographer, Andrew Lownie, Prince Andrew had long promised his brother, King Charles, that he would “fall on his sword” if it meant securing his daughters’ future. Lownie suggests that this public fallout could prompt Beatrice and Eugenie to consider giving up their royal titles in order to live a quieter life.
The fallout from Andrew’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein continues to damage his reputation, and now the family’s long-standing embarrassment is spilling over into the next generation. Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie, both 37 and 35, are said to be heartbroken by the situation, with Beatrice particularly affected by the public scandal.
Despite their personal ties to the monarchy, Beatrice and Eugenie do not work full-time in the royal family and do not rely on taxpayer funding for their roles. Yet their association with Andrew and Sarah Ferguson, his ex-wife, brought lingering shame to the family. Ferguson herself has been embroiled in multiple controversies over the years, including the 2010 scandal in which she offered access to Andrew in exchange for a large sum of money.
Although the princesses are not in danger of losing their titles, palace insiders say they are deeply affected by the latest developments and have been seen traveling abroad to avoid public fallout.
While the royal family has expressed support for Beatrice and Eugenie, the latest decisions, including Andrew’s expulsion and stripping of his title, mark a clear break with the past. The moves reflect a broader desire for accountability and a more streamlined monarchy under King Charles III and Prince William, who distanced themselves from Andrew amid ongoing legal battles.
As the family moves forward, some wonder if the princesses will eventually take steps to distance themselves from royal titles, especially as the monarchy continues to evolve under the leadership of Charles and William.
