AN unofficial biographer has criticised Prince Andrew’s attempt to rebrand himself following his involvement with Jeffrey Epstein.
Epstein committed suicide in July 2019 after getting arrested for sex trafficking offences that involved minors. He was initially denied bail.
The Duke of York, 62, supposedly held “intense” talks with the Queen, 96, to establish a route back to royal life at Balmoral earlier this month.
However, royal biographer Nigel Cawthorne referred to him as the Firm’s “square peg” and urged the royals to thwart his attempt at redemption.
Mr Cawthorne, author of Prince Andrew: Maxwell, Epstein and the Palace, told Express.co.uk: “The question is, who wants him back?
“Does any charity want him as a patron? Or any regiment want him as their colonel?
“Would any country welcome a royal tour if Prince Andrew was on his way?
“Would any new supermarket want him cutting the ribbon at the opening?
“What town wants him to switch on the Christmas lights?
“Is anyone gagging for him to unveil a plaque or plant a tree, visit a school?
“Given the fact that it was a three-day summit, it is clear that even the palace and the Queen realise that Prince Andrew can never return to the royal frontline.
“He is the royal’s square peg and it is difficult to sanction anything he can do apart from retire given the fact that any new career will have a public angle and tarnish the Firm afresh with tawdry stories connected to the Prince.”
But a friend of Andrew’s told The Sun: “He is a 62-year-old man and knows that he can’t spend the rest of his days sitting around at Royal Lodge in Windsor, walking his dogs and riding horses.
“He’s thinking about what he can do. He has had discussions with the Queen about what he can do with his life.
“But there are also wider family discussions.”
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Freddie Mercury sneaked Princess Diana into gay bar
Princess Diana once dressed up as a gay man with the assistance of Queen star Freddie Mercury, an actress revealed.
Express Online reports that Cleo Rogers said that the singer helped the Princess dress up in the unusual style so that he could sneak her into the Royal Vauxhall Tavern nightclub.
The pair were caught “giggling and nudging each other like naughty schoolchildren” the actress claims.
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International Dog Day: Charles and Camilla share tribute
Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall marked International Dog Day on social media on Friday.
The Prince of Wales and the Duchess’s official Twitter account had an image of themselves with two cute dogs.
They also used the tweet as a chance to pay tribute to Battersea Dogs Home and Medical Detection Dogs for their work helping the animals.
The royal pair said that Camilla’s dogs Beth and Bluebell had been adopted from Battersea Dogs Homes.
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Kirstie Allsopp’s subtle verbal lashing of Meghan
Kirstie Allsopp issued a subtle verbal lashing of Meghan Markle as she remembered “Prince Philip’s rule” when speaking publicly.
The Location, Location, Location star gave advice to members of the Royal Family and their relatives on social media.
She recommended it would be “a good idea” for some royals to remember to “talk about your projects, not about yourself”.
Kirstie wrote: “Prince Philip’s rule was talk about your projects, not about yourself.
“It might be a good idea for all his children, grandchildren and their partners, to remember that.”
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Her Majesty wishes the Duke of Gloucester a happy birthday
The Firm wished the Duke of Gloucester a happy birthday on Friday, via its official Twitter account.
Prince Richard has long been a key part of the Royal Family.
He attends national and international events in support of The Queen and her duties as Head of State.
He also undertakes extensive public duties and engagements every year reflecting his own interests and charities.
Wishing The Duke of Gloucester a happy birthday today! pic.twitter.com/AfndRp3n7M
— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) August 26, 2022
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Beatrice and Eugenie to play key role in Prince Harry’s royal reconciliation, expert claims
A royal expert has predicted that Beatrice and Eugine could be central in bringing Harry back into the royal fold.
Richard Fitzwilliams told the Express: “Obviously a great deal happens behind the scenes which we are unaware of.
“It has been recently reported that Harry’s memoir has been postponed, which makes sense if there is to be any reconciliation between the royal family and the Sussexes.
“However, we will have to await events and Beatrice and Eugenie may, behind the scenes, be pivotal in how things play out.”
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Will Prince William and Harry reunite in September?
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are set to return to the UK this September.
The royal couple will take part in a number of charity events between September 5 and September 8.
Currently, it is unknown if Harry will reunite with his family during this short trip, with reports suggesting the couple’s focus will be on their charitable commitments.
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Royal Family has no plans for Princess Diana’s anniversary
Next week will mark the 25th anniversary of Princess Diana’s passing.
However, the Firm reportedly has no plans to commemorate the event.
Diana’s two children, Princes William and Harry, will likely make public statements remembering their mother, however.
Earlier this week, Harry had this to say regarding his mother’s passing: “Next week is the 25th anniversary of my mother’s death, and she most certainly will never be forgotten.
“I want it to be a day filled with memories of her incredible work and love for the way she did it.
“I want it to be a day to share the spirit of my mum with my family, with my children, who I wish could have met her.
“Every day, I hope to do her proud.”
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C4’s ‘dangerous game’ with Prince Andrew
The associate editor of the Independent raised concerns over Channel 4’s satirical upcoming musical about the Duke of York.
Sean O’Grady asks how Channel 4 will deal with the “sensitive aspects” of his life, mainly his sex scandal with Virginia Giuffre who accused him of sexual assault.
He argued that it might be “impossible” to portray “child sexual exploitation associated with Andrew’s friends Ghislaine Maxwell and Jeffrey Epstein in a morally and acceptable way.”
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Royal fans are currently awaiting the release of Prince Harry’s tell-all memoir, and the couple’s Netflix documentary.
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Meghan ‘cares about making the world a better place’, friend claims
A family friend of the Sussexes has praised Meghan Markle’s new podcast, Archetypes, after it received criticism from royal commentators.
Nacho Figueras, Prince Harry’s close friend and polo teammate, hailed the Duchess after winning a polo event in Colorado this week.
Figueras described Meghan as “hard-working” and said she “cares about making the world a better place.”
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Royal Family has no plans for Princess Diana’s anniversary
Next week will mark the 25th anniversary of Princess Diana’s passing.
However, the Firm reportedly has no plans to commemorate the event.
Diana’s two children, Princes William and Harry, will likely make public statements remembering their mother, however.
Earlier this week, Harry had this to say regarding his mother’s passing: “Next week is the 25th anniversary of my mother’s death, and she most certainly will never be forgotten.
“I want it to be a day filled with memories of her incredible work and love for the way she did it.
“I want it to be a day to share the spirit of my mum with my family, with my children, who I wish could have met her.
“Every day, I hope to do her proud.”
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Beatrice and Eugenie to play key role in Prince Harry’s royal reconciliation, expert claims
A royal expert has predicted that Beatrice and Eugine could be central in bringing Harry back into the royal fold.
Richard Fitzwilliams told the Express: “Obviously a great deal happens behind the scenes which we are unaware of.
“It has been recently reported that Harry’s memoir has been postponed, which makes sense if there is to be any reconciliation between the royal family and the Sussexes.
“However, we will have to await events and Beatrice and Eugenie may, behind the scenes, be pivotal in how things play out.”
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Royal Family celebrates International Dog Day
The Royal Family took to Twitter yesterday to celebrate the Royal dogs of past and present.
In a series of pictures from over the years, the Firm looked back on some of its most loyal pups.
This comes just days after Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announced that Mamma Mia the Beagle has joined their family.
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Her Majesty wishes the Duke of Gloucester a happy birthday
The Firm wished the Duke of Gloucester a happy birthday yesterday, via its official Twitter account.
Prince Richard has long been a key part of the Royal Family.
He attends national and international events in support of The Queen and her duties as Head of State.
He also undertakes extensive public duties and engagements every year reflecting his own interests and charities.
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Prince Harry pays tribute to Lady Di ahead of 25th anniversary
As we approach the 25th anniversary of Princess Diana’s passing, her son Prince Harry has paid tribute to the much-adored royal.
Speaking at the Sentebale Polo Cup in Aspen, Colorado, following his stunning victory, the Duke had this to say.
“Next week is the 25th anniversary of my mother’s death, and she most certainly will never be forgotten.
“I want it to be a day filled with memories of her incredible work and love for the way she did it.
“I want it to be a day to share the spirit of my mum with my family, with my children, who I wish could have met her.
“Every day, I hope to do her proud.”
Harry went on to say that he plans to spend the anniversary with his family.
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Prince Harry has ‘found an amazing teammate’ in Meghan, family friend claims
Prince Harry took part in a charity polo event this week, and now his teammate Nacho Figueras has spoken on the Duke’s family life.
Speaking in People Magazine, the pro polo player said: “My wife Delfi and I have known Harry for a very long time.
“I know firsthand how much he wanted to have a family. He found an amazing teammate, or partner, in Meghan.
“They love each other very much; their children are lovely.”
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Stick with The Sun for the latest live Royal updates
Check for new updates on the royal family and her Majesty the Queen here at The Sun.
Royal fans are currently awaiting the release of Prince Harry’s tell-all memoir, and the couple’s Netflix documentary.
Stay tuned here for updates everyday!
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Will and Kate to create ‘Beatle-mania 2.0’ when they visit the US
With the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge set to visit the US later this year, excitement is growing across the Atlantic.
Speaking to the Express, royal expert Kinsey Schofield said Americans could “sleep on the streets” in order to get a look at the royal pair.
Schofield told the publication: “The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee really inspired a fresh interest in the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and their children.
“America is very interested and excited about Prince William and Catherine.
“I think it will be Beatle-Mania 2.0 when they visit again.
“Every major news station and entertainment news outlet will be sending teams. People will sleep in the streets for a simple wave. It is very exciting.”
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Prince Harry should ‘postpone’ bombshell memoir, expert claims
Prince Harry’s tell-all memoir was set to release this year, but the Duke is reportedly delaying over which “truth bombs” he should include about the Royal Family.
Now, royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams has called on the Prince to delay the book indefinitely.
He said: “Harry’s memoir will be delayed. About time!
“This was never a good idea, especially not in the Platinum Jubilee Year and with the rift in the Royal Family.
“Indefinite postponement is the best idea!”
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C4’s ‘dangerous game’ with Prince Andrew
The associate editor of the Independent raised concerns over Channel 4’s satirical upcoming musical about the Duke of York.
Sean O’Grady asks how Channel 4 will deal with the “sensitive aspects” of his life, mainly his sex scandal with Virginia Giuffre who accused him of sexual assault.
He argued that it might be “impossible” to portray “child sexual exploitation associated with Andrew’s friends Ghislaine Maxwell and Jeffrey Epstein in a morally and acceptable way.”
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Will Prince William and Harry reunite in September?
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are set to return to the UK this September.
The royal couple will take part in a number of charity events between September 5 and September 8.
Currently, it is unknown if Harry will reunite with his family during this short trip, with reports suggesting the couple’s focus will be on their charitable commitments.
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What is the Duke of Gloucester’s duties in the Royal Family?
Prince Richard is a full-time working member of the Royal Family.
He attends national and international events in support of The Queen and her duties as Head of State.
He also undertakes extensive public duties and engagements every year reflecting his own interests and charities.
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Blow out between Prince William and Harry, as William ‘jumped’ into car to ‘confront’ his brother
Prince William and Prince Harry reportedly came to blows over the Meghan Markle bullying claims, a new documentary has revealed.
Explosive claims have been made by France’s BMF TV’s news channel.
Red Line: William and Harry, The Enemy Brothers tells a tale of when Prince William confronted his brother over the claims made that Meghan Markle had bullied staff.
When Harry furiously slammed the phone down on his older brother, Prince William allegedly “jumped” into a “car to confront” his younger brother.
It came after complaints had been made that Meghan had bullied two female members of staff.
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Duke and Duchess’s wedding vow renewal ‘unkind’ to the Royal family
Reportedly Prince Harry and Meghan are considering renewing their wedding vows in the US.
Angela Levin, royal expert, slammed this as an “unkind” decision to his family.
Discussing the rumours on GB News, Angela said: “My view is that they want to show what a ‘real proper wedding’ is going to be like.
“They said they wanted something very American when their wedding was rather American.
“It is also because Harry loves America so much that they wanted to re-do it.
“In other words, I think if you read between the lines, it is ‘blow you’ in the UK.”
Angela slammed the couple, for spending £32 million on their blow out Windsor nuptials in 2018.
She continued: “I feel a lot of people wouldn’t want to because in America at the moment they feel really sorry for how they’ve treated the Queen.
“I’ve had loads and loads of letters telling me this, saying that, we can’t stand it because why is she being so hurtful to the Queen at 96, and I think that is really penetrating into the American people.”
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Meghan ‘cares about making the world a better place’, friend claims
A family friend of the Sussexes has praised Meghan Markle’s new podcast, Archetypes, after it received criticism from royal commentators.
Nacho Figueras, Prince Harry’s close friend and polo teammate, hailed the Duchess after winning a polo event in Colorado this week.
Figueras described Meghan as “hard-working” and said she “cares about making the world a better place.”