He was stripped of his prince and Duke of York titles by his own brother the King in 2025, as the Epstein scandal showed no sign of abating. At 22, Andrew saw active service as a Royal Navy Sea King helicopter pilot in the Falklands War. After serving for 22 years in the Royal Navy, Andrew became the UK’s special representative for international trade and investment. She alleged she was “procured” for Andrew by Epstein, whom she accused of using her as a “sex slave”. Andrew has denied any wrongdoing over his Epstein links but has not directly responded to recent claims.

Source: The Times February 19, 2026 12:55 UTC