conditions of my sister’s solitary imprisonment are a disgrace to any civilised democracy.’-Ian Maxwell. Sir, your sister is an uncivilised disgrace unless you think it’s ok to traffic minors. https://t.co/7wl6mPrZVI
— Virginia Giuffre (@VRSVirginia) March 9, 2021
“With His Majesty’s agreement, we feel I must now go a step further. I will therefore no longer use my title or the honours which have been conferred upon me.”
He concluded his statement by again maintaining his innocence: “As I have said previously, I vigorously deny the accusations against me.”
Though he will retain the title of prince, Buckingham Palace confirmed that his ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson, will also relinquish her Duchess of York title – a role both were granted upon their marriage in 1986 – marking a clear and final step away from public royal life for them both.
Last appearance with senior royals
On Sept. 16 – one month before his resignation – Andrew made a final appearance alongside senior royals at the funeral of the Duchess of Kent – where his arrival at Westminster Abbey alongside his ex drew audible gasps from stunned onlookers.
Despite the sombre environment where grieving royalty gathered, Andrew was seen smiling and chatting casually, attempting to engage in conversation with his nephew, Prince William – an interaction that according to The Mirror, left the future king “furious.”
Footage from the event quickly spread across social media, promptingContinue reading…