What Happens Next for Prince Andrew After Giving Up Royal Titles

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Prince Andrew will keep one royal title, thanks to his mom.

Even though King Charles III’s brother, Prince Andrew, said he would stop using the title Duke of York on October 17th, he will continue to be known as Prince Andrew. This comes after significant public concern regarding his past relationship with the convicted sex offender, Jeffrey Epstein.

Royal expert Sharon Carpenter told TopMob News that he will retain his title as prince, a title bestowed upon him at birth by his mother, Queen Elizabeth II.

Even though his titles have been removed in practice, Andrew remains a duke legally. According to royal expert Marlene Koenig, actually taking away his dukedom would need a law passed by Parliament.

He’s also expected to remain at his current home, Royal Lodge, where he’s lived for nearly 20 years with his former wife, Sarah Ferguson, and their daughters, Princess Beatrice, 37, and Princess Eugenie, 35, according to Carpenter.

Carpenter added that removing his titles effectively ends any chance of the Duke ever returning to his role as a working royal.

She believes this effectively marks the end of Prince Andrew’s time as a working royal. Unless public opinion changes significantly – which is unlikely given the serious allegations against him – he won’t be returning to public life. He’s now, for all intents and purposes, a private citizen with a royal background.

Andrew has lost his titles of Duke of York, Earl of Inverness, and Baron Killyleagh. This decision comes six years after he stopped carrying out public duties due to public criticism regarding his association with Jeffrey Epstein, who died in prison in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges.

As a longtime follower of this case, I was really struck by the timing of this news. It came just days before Virginia Giuffre’s memoir is set to be released – a book where she once again details her claims that she was sexually abused by Prince Andrew when she was a teenager. The BBC has seen a copy, and it’s incredibly powerful. While Prince Andrew settled her lawsuit in 2022, he continues to deny any wrongdoing, but this book is bound to bring everything back into the spotlight.

As a long-time follower, I heard the news from Buckingham Palace and understand Prince Andrew has reaffirmed his decision to step away from public duties, a choice he made five years ago. He’s now going even further, with the King’s approval, and will no longer use his royal titles or honors. He also wants to reiterate, as he has before, that he completely denies the allegations made against him. It’s a difficult situation, but I respect his commitment to both the Crown and addressing these serious claims.

According to Carpenter, this decision shows the King is trying to put as much space as possible between himself and the prince, who has fallen from grace.

She believes his relationships with his family are now likely very difficult, and there’s no longer a chance he’ll return to his royal duties.

This suggests he probably won’t participate in any more official events with the royal family, even though he sometimes did in the past despite public criticism.

According to royal commentator Carpenter, it’s very unlikely we’ll see him appear publicly with any senior royals anytime soon. This means he’s expected to miss the traditional Christmas Day walk to St. Mary Magdalene Church, and likely for many Christmases to come.

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Prince Andrew, the younger brother of King Charles III, has announced he will no longer use the title Duke of York. This decision comes after ongoing public concern regarding his association with the late Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender.

After talking with The King and my family, I’ve decided that the ongoing accusations against me are taking attention away from the important work of His Majesty and the Royal Family,” Andrew said in a statement. “As I’ve always done, I’m prioritizing my family and country. Therefore, I stand by my decision from five years ago to step back from public duties.

Look, after a lot of thought and with the King’s blessing, I’ve decided to step down. That means I’m relinquishing my title and any honors I’ve received. And let me be clear, I absolutely deny all the allegations that have been made against me, just as I’ve said before. It’s time for me to move forward.

 

In October 2025, the King and his oldest son attended the Countdown to COP30 event held at the Natural History Museum in London.

The couple took photos outside the museum and then went inside to talk with government officials and activists focused on fighting climate change. This event was held before the COP30 World Leaders Summit in Belém, Brazil, in November, which Prince William will attend in place of his father.

In September 2025, Sarah, Duchess of York, stepped down as a patron of Julia’s House after an old email from 2011 surfaced. The email revealed she referred to Jeffrey Epstein as a friend.

After details of the Duchess of York’s communication with Jeffrey Epstein became public this weekend, Julia’s House has decided it’s no longer appropriate for her to continue as their patron. The charity has informed the Duchess of this decision and expressed gratitude for her previous contributions, according to The Guardian.

A representative for Ferguson stated the email was sent following a threat made by Epstein.

After a 19-month absence, Prince Harry was spotted arriving at Clarence House—the King’s home in London—likely to visit his father before attending another event in the city.

Harry arrived at the house around 5:20 p.m. on September 10th, but Charles had come back just a few hours earlier.

I was so thrilled to hear that Princess Anne’s son, and Mark Phillips’ son, is engaged! He and Harriet Sperling have been dating for over a year, and he announced the news on August 1st. It’s wonderful to see them taking this next step together.

The couple’s representative told Hello! magazine that both families were told about the engagement at the same time and were very happy about it.

Just a day before turning 78, the royal was made an honorary Vice Admiral by the Royal Navy.

Camilla is the first woman to receive this honorary title. It’s awarded only by the monarch—in this case, her husband, King Charles III—based on a recommendation from the First Sea Lord, currently Sir Gwyn Jenkins.

Just hours before she was scheduled to attend, Princess Catherine canceled her appearance at Royal Ascot, the annual horse race. Kensington Palace confirmed the news to NBC News.

The palace said Kate was sad to miss the event, but she’s still working out how to best manage her public appearances as she recovers from cancer.

Prince Harry’s lawsuit seeking extra security ended on May 2nd when a court dismissed his case. This came more than a year after a previous request for increased protection was denied by the High Court’s Royal and VIP Executive Committee.

After Prince Harry and Meghan Markle stopped being full-time working royals in 2021 and moved to the U.S., their security protection was reduced. However, Harry continued to ask for security arrangements whenever he returned to the U.K.

Prince Harry told the BBC on May 2nd that he was deeply upset by the outcome of his recent legal fight. He stated he doesn’t foresee returning to the UK with his wife and children anytime soon.

In a BBC interview on May 2nd, Prince Harry said his father, King Charles III, isn’t currently speaking to him due to disagreements about security. He expressed hope that they could resolve their differences and reconcile.

Prince Harry expressed his desire to mend fences with his family, particularly his father, but indicated the next step depends on his dad. He shares two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, with Meghan, Duchess of Sussex.

He doesn’t foresee returning to the U.K. with his family anytime soon. He expressed sadness at the thought of his children never getting to know his home country.

Harry explained that his father has significant influence and could potentially solve the situation. He doesn’t necessarily need to get directly involved, but rather allow the professionals to handle things and continue their work.

I can’t believe it! After *all* this time, he’s finally trying to make peace! It’s like a weight lifted just hearing that. He actually said, and I’m still getting chills, that life is too short, and he doesn’t know how much time he has left with his dad. It’s so heartbreaking and beautiful all at once. I’m just… I’m so relieved he’s doing this.

More than a year after revealing his cancer diagnosis, King Charles wrote on April 29th that going through treatment has highlighted the kindness and strength of people around him.

In a booklet offering support to cancer patients, Charles wrote that receiving a diagnosis is understandably scary for both individuals and their families. However, drawing from his own experience, he emphasized that it can also reveal incredible kindness and strength in people.

I really wanted to express my gratitude to all the incredible healthcare professionals who supported me recently. It’s given me an even stronger sense of how amazing the work is that organizations and people like those here tonight do – many of whom I’ve had the pleasure of knowing, visiting, and supporting over the years. It truly is extraordinary.

Prince William, Kate Middleton, and their three children – Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis – were absent from the royal family’s traditional Easter service at St George’s Chapel in Windsor on April 20th.

King Charles III and Queen Camilla joined the rest of the royal family in celebrations, but Prince William and Kate chose to spend the weekend at their country home in Norfolk with their children, according to several news sources.

This was the second Easter the couple missed. It happened just a week after Princess Kate announced she was being treated for cancer.

On April 15th, Jason Knauf was named the new CEO of Prince William’s environmental initiative, The Earthshot Prize. In a statement on the organization’s website, Knauf expressed his excitement about collaborating with the team and community to further their goal of finding optimistic solutions for the planet’s challenges.

He received a promotion almost seven years after he reported concerns about Meghan Markle’s behavior, claiming she bullied two personal assistants and tried to discredit another staff member. Representatives for the Sussexes responded by denying the claims, stating that the allegations were false and part of a deliberate effort to damage their reputation.

Buckingham Palace looked into the claims, but the investigation concluded in 2022 without any public report of its findings.

William and Kate’s eldest son George attended a soccer match in Paris alongside his dad April 7. 

A father and son happily watched the UEFA Champions League Quarter Final match between Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa at Parc des Princes stadium.

Graham Craker, a former bodyguard to Prince Harry and Prince William, passed away in April at the age of 77.

I remember so clearly when the news broke about Princess Diana’s tragic passing. It was a heartbreaking time for everyone, and especially for Princes William and Harry. Their beloved family dog, Craker, was right there with them, offering comfort as they processed the news and participated in the deeply moving funeral services. It really highlighted the power of animal companionship during times of immense grief.

In 2017, Craker told The New York Post that he saw Prince William during the procession. He explained that he was standing near the back of the hearse when Prince William looked up and made eye contact. Craker nodded back, and Prince William seemed reassured to know that Craker was with his mother during her final journey.

Hugh and Olivia Grosvenor, who is the godson of King Charles III, shared the happy news on March 12th that they are expecting their first child.

A spokesperson announced to The Telegraph that the duchess is pregnant and expecting a baby this summer. The couple expressed their joy and excitement about starting a family.

Prince Frederik, the son of Prince Robert and Princess Julie, passed away on March 1st at the age of 22 after fighting a rare genetic condition called PolG mitochondrial disease.

Robert shared in a statement that his son, Frederik, is a superhero to their family, many friends, and now, thanks to Frederik’s PolG Foundation, to people all over the world. Robert believes Frederik’s strength came from his ability to inspire others and lead by example.

 

Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, reached a legal settlement with News Group Newspapers – the company behind both *The Sun* and the now-closed *News of the World* – on January 22nd. He had sued them in 2019, claiming that journalists and investigators working for the newspapers illegally obtained information about the royal family.

According to NBC News, the settlement involved the company paying a significant amount in damages and offering a complete and sincere apology to Prince Harry. They also publicly admitted to the widespread and harmful coverage that invaded both his privacy and the privacy of his mother, Princess Diana.

I’m thrilled to share some wonderful news! Princess Kate announced today that she’s officially in remission after completing her cancer treatment. It’s such a relief and a testament to the power of modern medicine and her incredible strength. We’re all sending her and her family our best wishes as she continues to recover.

She announced on X (formerly Twitter) on January 14th that her cancer is in remission and she’s concentrating on getting better. She added that, like anyone facing a cancer diagnosis, she’s still adjusting to life after it.

She added that she was excited about the year ahead and optimistic about what it would bring.

Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, is grieving the loss of her rescue beagle, a dog she adopted in 2015, before she met Prince Harry.

On January 7th, she shared a vulnerable post on Instagram about feeling overwhelmed with sadness. She described crying so much that she’d often stand in the shower, hoping the water would wash away the pain, even though she knew it wouldn’t. She acknowledged that it was okay to feel those emotions.

Meghan fondly remembered her beloved Guy, saying, “Thank you for always loving me, and for bringing so much joy to my life.”

 

Edward Pettifer, the stepson of Prince William and Prince Harry’s former nanny, Tiggy Legge-Bourke (also known as Alexandra Pettifer), was a victim of the terrorist attack in New Orleans on New Year’s Day.

Prince William and Catherine were deeply saddened to learn of the death of Ed Pettifer. In a message shared on Kate Middleton’s Instagram on January 4th, Prince William said their thoughts are with the Pettifer family and everyone affected by this terrible tragedy.

Meghan Markle, known for her role in the TV show *Suits*, started her own Instagram account on January 1st. She had previously closed her personal social media accounts just before marrying Prince Harry in 2018.

I was so excited to hear that Meghan is launching a new Netflix series called *With Love, Meghan*! From what I’ve read, it’s going to be a really unique show – not just the typical lifestyle content. It sounds like she’ll be sharing practical tips and having honest chats with both familiar faces and new friends. I can’t wait to see it!

In June 2025, Prince William and Kate Middleton made a special appearance at Wimbledon with their children, Prince George and Princess Charlotte.

The family shared on Instagram how happy they were to be back at Wimbledon for the Championships finals this weekend. They congratulated Iga Świątek and Jannik Sinner on their victories and thanked everyone who helped make the tournament so wonderful.

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