In a stunningly candid admission that's sending shockwaves through royal circles, Sarah Ferguson, the former Duchess of York, has revealed she shoulders the blame for Prince Andrew's spectacular fall from grace.
The 64-year-old royal ex-wife didn't hold back during her emotional disclosure, expressing deep regret over how events unfolded for the disgraced Duke of York following their divorce.
"I feel I'm to blame," Ferguson confessed with palpable emotion. "Look at what happened to him. I think that's really sad."
A Bond That Never Broke
Despite their 1996 divorce, Ferguson and Andrew have maintained an unusually close relationship, continuing to live together at Royal Lodge in Windsor for years. Their unique arrangement has long fascinated royal watchers and raised eyebrows within palace walls.
The former couple's living situation became particularly controversial as Andrew's association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein sparked global outrage and ultimately led to his withdrawal from public duties.
The Epstein Fallout
Prince Andrew's ties to Epstein proved catastrophic for his royal standing. The scandal culminated in a 2022 settlement, where Andrew paid millions to Virginia Giuffre without admitting wrongdoing, effectively ending his public role.
Ferguson's comments suggest she believes their unconventional post-divorce relationship may have contributed to the circumstances that enabled Andrew's disastrous associations.
Looking Forward with Regret
While expressing her remorse, Ferguson also acknowledged the complexity of their situation. "We are the happiest divorced couple in the world," she once famously declared, but now admits that happiness came at a cost.
Her confession provides rare insight into the personal toll of royal scandals and the complicated dynamics that persist long after the palace gates close behind former members of the monarchy.
