Royal Titles at Risk: Scandals Could End Dukedoms for Prince Andrew and Prince Harry

August 26, 2025
Royal Titles at Risk: Scandals Could End Dukedoms for Prince Andrew and Prince Harry
  • Royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams suggests that scandals involving Prince Andrew and Prince Harry could lead to the discontinuation of their titles, the Duke of York and Duke of Sussex, as these titles are closely linked to the individuals and may harm the Royal Family's reputation.

  • The British royal family is actively considering retiring certain titles due to the negative associations with the current holders, especially in light of recent scandals.

  • Prince Harry stepped down as a working royal and moved to the US in 2020, which has contributed to his estrangement from the royal family, while Prince Andrew's reputation has been damaged by his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein and a controversial 2019 interview.

  • Fitzwilliams predicts that there may never be another Duke of York or Duke of Sussex, drawing a historical parallel with the Duke of Windsor, who abdicated the throne, and emphasizing the potential end of these titles.

  • Prince Andrew's reputation suffered significantly because of his association with Jeffrey Epstein and his 2019 interview on Newsnight, raising questions about the future of his title.

  • While Prince Andrew might retain his title for now, the future of these royal titles remains uncertain and could depend on future reigns and the royal family's decisions.

  • The decision to retire or keep these titles is complex, with some experts indicating that titles like the Duke of Clarence have historically carried negative connotations that influence such choices.

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