
The Morning Edition Is Prince Andrew an existential crisis for the monarchy?
Oct 29, 2025
Jacqueline Maley, a senior columnist and commentator on British royalty, dives deep into the sordid saga of Prince Andrew and his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. She unpacks the resurgence of scandal, driven by Virginia Giuffre's memoir and new allegations. The discussion reveals leaked emails contradicting Andrew's claims and highlights the public's increasing scrutiny of royal finances and privileges. Maley posits that the ongoing crisis might be an existential threat to the monarchy, exposing systemic issues of entitlement and abuse within the institution.
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New Memoir Revives Old Allegations
- Virginia Giuffre's posthumous memoir and years of reporting reignited public focus on Prince Andrew's Epstein ties.
- The book adds detailed allegations that intensified scrutiny and renewed global outrage.
Emails Undermine Andrew's Denials
- Leaked emails contradict Prince Andrew's claims that he cut contact with Jeffrey Epstein in 2010.
- One email shows Andrew writing solidarity to Epstein and signing with royal titles, undermining his BBC interview account.
Epstein At Royal Events
- Ghislaine Maxwell introduced Prince Andrew to Jeffrey Epstein, and Epstein attended royal family events.
- Photographs place Epstein at Andrew's daughter's 18th birthday and at royal residences, showing close ties.





