Prince William is reportedly drawing a firm line when it comes to one controversial member of the extended royal family. According to a source, the Prince of Wales has made it clear behind palace doors that he wants distance. The alleged stance comes amid renewed scrutiny of past associations linked to Sarah Ferguson, the former Duchess of York.
While no official statement has been made, insiders claim William’s position reflects his long-standing concerns about protecting the monarchy’s image.
Prince William doesn’t want to see Sarah Ferguson ever again, wants her away, says source
According to an insider quoted by In Touch, Prince William has allegedly taken a hard line toward Sarah Ferguson. The source claims the future king has made it known privately that she is no longer welcome within his immediate royal orbit. “William’s made it clear to everyone that Sarah is persona non grata,” the insider said. He reportedly “doesn’t want to ever see her face again,” they added.
The tension follows renewed scrutiny surrounding Ferguson’s reported past associations with convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein. Ferguson has long denied wrongdoing and previously said she had been misled by Epstein. However, the insider claims the renewed attention has only strengthened William’s position that distance is necessary.
According to the same source, William’s alleged stance is less about personal grievances and more about safeguarding the monarchy’s public image. The Prince of Wales has reportedly favored a stricter approach for years when controversies involving extended family members arise. Claims detailed in a recent royal biography suggest William had previously urged senior royals to act more decisively in similar situations. However, he was allegedly overruled at the time by his father, then-Prince Charles.
Those familiar with palace dynamics have also claimed William believes unresolved controversies risk prolonging public scrutiny. One aide quoted in past reporting alleged that he views the monarchy as “something bigger than any one individual.”
Furthermore, rumors have circulated that Ferguson hopes to eventually return to royal life in full once public attention fades. Still, the insider insists that reconciliation with William is unlikely. The source revealed, “William is hellbent on making sure that doesn’t happen, and that means keeping both Andrew and Sarah far, far away.”
Originally reported by Zahrah Patel on Reality Tea.
