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Marie Claire
Marie Claire
Lifestyle
Amy Mackelden

Prince William Had a "Dark Fear" Over Ex-Prince Andrew's "Royal Exile," While King Charles Had Many "Sleepless Nights," Say Experts

Prince Andrew laughs with King Charles, as Prince William looks awkward.

In October 2025, King Charles officially demoted Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, removing his brother's royal titles and evicting him from Royal Lodge. Prior to this decision, much had been alleged regarding the Royal Family's feelings about Andrew's association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. According to multiple royal experts, both Prince William and King Charles had strong reactions to the scandal.

As reported by the Mirror, Prince William allegedly had a "dark Andrew fear" regarding his uncle's "royal exile." In his book Endgame, royal expert Omid Scobie discussed the Royal Family's early conversations regarding Andrew's association with Epstein, the outlet reported.

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