Prince Andrew Turns 65, Marking a Tarnished Legacy in the Royal Family

Once celebrated as a dashing royal, Andrew now lives in the shadow of scandal, stripped of his duties and titles.

Prince Andrew, once seen as a promising royal figure, celebrated his 65th birthday in relative obscurity, having been removed from public duties and military titles.
His reputation suffered irreparably due to his association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and allegations of sexual misconduct brought against him by Virginia Giuffre, which he denied but settled in a civil case.
A disastrous 2019 BBC interview, intended to address the allegations, further damaged his public image, as he failed to express sympathy for Epstein’s victims and offered questionable alibis.
Andrew’s earlier years included a notable Royal Navy career and a high-profile marriage to Sarah Ferguson, though their relationship ended in divorce in 1996.
Despite being a grandfather of four, Andrew continues to face scrutiny, including recent controversies involving questionable associations and exclusion from royal family events.