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Royal author Christopher Andersen has claimed Kate Middleton was the first senior royal to distance herself from Prince Andrew, alleging she refused to engage with him at family gatherings before his formal fall from royal life.
Princess Kate was reportedly the first senior royal to distance herself from ex-Prince Andrew, claims royal author.(Getty Images)The Princess of Wales was the first member of the senior royal family to quietly distance herself from Prince Andrew well before his formal removal from royal duties, according to claims made by royal author Christopher Andersen in a recent interview.
Princess Kate reportedly first cut ties with Prince Andrew, claims author
Speaking to the New York Post’s Page Six in an exclusive interview, Andersen alleged that Kate Middleton had deliberately refused to engage with Andrew at family gatherings and holidays, long before the Duke of York was formally stripped of his remaining royal titles and privileges.
“Kate Middleton was the first royal to wash her hands of the disgraced ex-Prince Andrew,” Andersen told the publication, adding that “The Princess of Wales refused to speak to Andrew at family functions and during holidays.”
The claims, while unverified by Kensington Palace, add fresh attention to Prince Andrew’s increasingly isolated position within the royal family following years of controversy surrounding his association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and allegations made by Virginia Giuffre.
Andrew’s public standing has been in steep decline since his widely criticised 2019 BBC Newsnight interview, in which he attempted to address his relationship with Epstein. The interview prompted widespread public backlash and led to his withdrawal from public royal duties shortly afterwards.
His legal troubles escalated further after Virginia Giuffre accused him of sexually assaulting her when she was 17, allegations Andrew repeatedly denied. In 2022, he reached an out-of-court settlement with Giuffre without admitting liability.
The controversy continued to cast a long shadow over the monarchy, with King Charles III reportedly moving to further distance the institution from his younger brother. In October 2025, Andrew was formally stripped of his remaining honorary military affiliations and royal titles, a move widely viewed as an effort to protect the monarchy’s public standing amid sustained scrutiny.
Andersen’s comments suggest that the Princess of Wales may have been among the earliest senior royals to signal discomfort over Andrew’s continued presence at private family events.
Andrew was also detained by authorities on 19 February 2026 — his 66th birthday — over allegations of misconduct in public office linked to his historical association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
He was reportedly questioned for 11 hours before being released while investigations remain ongoing.
Neither Kensington Palace nor Buckingham Palace has publicly commented on the claims.
About the Author
Trisha Bhattacharya
Trisha Bhattacharya is a Senior Content Producer at Livemint, with over two years of experience covering entertainment news from India and beyond. She spends her days tracking what’s trending, breaking down pop culture moments, and turning fast-moving entertainment stories into sharp, engaging reads that actually make people want to click — and stay. <br> She holds a Master’s degree in English Literature from Lucknow University, a background that shapes her love for layered narratives, strong voices, and stories that linger long after they’re told. Before joining Livemint, Trisha worked with India Today as an entertainment journalist and film critic. There, she reviewed films, covered industry news, and built a strong foundation in storytelling and cultural analysis. <br> Trisha enjoys working at the intersection of media, culture, and audience interest, always looking for fresh angles and formats. Films, shows, and music are not just her beat but her biggest passion — something that naturally reflects in her writing. Whether it’s cinema, streaming shows, music, or internet trends, she approaches every story with curiosity and intent. <br> Outside the job description, she’s unapologetically passionate about films, shows, and music — sometimes a little too passionate, if you ask her. That enthusiasm often spills into her work, adding personality, urgency, and a touch of chaos that keeps her writing alive. For Trisha, entertainment isn’t just a beat — it’s a language she speaks fluently.
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