UPDATE: Friends of Sarah Ferguson are reportedly distancing themselves from the former Duchess as the fallout from her ex-husband’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein deepens. Following the recent stripping of titles from Prince Andrew by King Charles III, insiders reveal that Ferguson is contemplating relocating abroad due to her deteriorating social connections.
The scandal erupted this week when King Charles III removed Andrew’s royal titles amid public outrage over his links to Epstein, a convicted sex offender. Sources close to Ferguson have disclosed that the backlash has dramatically impacted her personal and professional life. “The phone has stopped ringing overnight,” one source told the Daily Mail. “Even those who were willing to defend her less than a month ago don’t want to have anything to do with her now. It’s a disaster.”
Ferguson, who was married to Andrew from 1986 to 1996, has faced increasing scrutiny over her own connections to Epstein. In a 2011 statement, she described her association with him as a “gigantic error of judgement,” emphasizing, “I abhor paedophilia and any sexual abuse of children.” However, new revelations indicate that she previously referred to Epstein as a “supreme friend” in an email following their alleged severance of ties.
This email, which Ferguson’s representatives assert was intended to mitigate a potential defamation lawsuit from Epstein, has reignited controversy. The Duchess stated in the correspondence, “As you know, I did not, absolutely not, say the ‘P word’ about you.” She further expressed regret for any hurt caused, claiming she was misled by Epstein.
In light of these developments, sources suggest that Ferguson’s social circle has shrunk significantly. Invitations have “dried up overnight,” leaving her feeling isolated. “She has always found a way to bounce back from public scandals,” noted an insider. “But this time, it seems even she can’t see a way of bouncing back.”
Ferguson’s struggle is compounded by the public disgrace of her former husband, which has strained her reputation. Despite her previous resilience, the current situation appears dire as she navigates the fallout from Andrew’s disgrace. With friends distancing themselves and invitations vanishing, the former Duchess is reportedly exploring a move abroad to escape the mounting pressure.
The implications of this scandal extend beyond Ferguson and Andrew, affecting the royal family’s reputation at large. As the public continues to react to the ongoing developments, the urgency for Ferguson to redefine her image and secure new connections has never been more critical.
What happens next remains to be seen. As Ferguson weighs her options, observers will be watching closely to see if she can rebound from this latest crisis or if the isolation will push her further from the public eye.
