Ex-Prince Andrew has reportedly found an unexpected ally in his sister-in-law, Queen Camilla, though her support may come with a motive. King Charles stripped the Duke of York of his royal titles after his alleged links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein drew renewed media scrutiny. While Andrew has denied allegations of misconduct in public office, he has largely stayed out of the spotlight.
Source claims Queen Camilla worries Andrew could damage King Charles’s legacy
Queen Camilla has reportedly extended an olive branch to ex-Prince Andrew, despite their alleged history of tension. According to Heat World, the two royals have shared a frosty relationship over the years. Ahead of Camilla and King Charles’ 2005 wedding, it was widely speculated that the Duke of York considered her not “aristocratic enough” to marry his brother.
In an apparent sign of their strained relationship, Camilla also skipped Andrew’s daughter Princess Eugenie’s 2018 wedding, citing work commitments. However, a recent development suggests that the disgraced royal is now making a concerted effort to build a closer relationship with his sister-in-law.
According to a source, Andrew has found an unexpected source of support in Camilla, although her apparent change of heart may be driven by personal interests. The source explained: “Camilla is always looking out for herself, and there’s no denying that an alliance with Andrew could soon come in very handy for her. That is bound to be a big motivator for her, though she’d never admit to that.”
The source also noted that people have observed Camilla becoming more “softened” towards the former Duke of York. She has reportedly begun to recognize that the two may have more in common than previously thought.
Moreover, Camilla allegedly views the developing relationship as a strategic move to protect King Charles. With Charles Spencer’s controversial memoir and Prince Harry’s media activities adding to the scrutiny surrounding the royal family, she reportedly recognizes that Andrew could pose another threat to the monarch’s reputation.
Rather than making excuses for Andrew, Camilla is said to be reminding Charles that the royal family cannot afford to become embroiled in yet another controversy. By adopting a softer stance towards her brother-in-law, she may hope to prevent further damage to her husband’s standing and the monarchy’s public image.
