Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice have reportedly not distanced themselves from their father, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. Their relationship with him has been strained due to recent events surrounding the Epstein scandal. Despite this, Eugenie, feeling embarrassed by her parents’ connection to the convicted sex offender, was seen attending a high-end art fair in Qatar. Accompanied by her German influencer friend Caroline Daur, body language experts noted Eugenie appeared vulnerable despite her outward cheerfulness.
Both Eugenie and Beatrice, despite the challenges, have no plans to completely disassociate from their father, Andrew. According to a friend of the princesses, the sisters are navigating a difficult situation, but they are not abandoning their father. Recently, the sisters chose to spend Christmas with other members of the Royal Family rather than traveling abroad with their partners. However, the release of more Epstein files, including troubling images of Andrew, has added to the complexity of the situation.
Recent revelations suggest that Andrew’s involvement with Epstein went beyond what was previously known. Author and former royal correspondent Robert Jobson expressed shock at the situation, questioning the judgment of taking the Queen’s granddaughters to meet a criminal like Epstein. However, reports indicate that Eugenie and Beatrice remain supportive of their father, who has temporarily moved from his grand property to Prince Philip’s retirement home while his new residence on the Sandringham Estate is being prepared.
Meanwhile, Prince William faced inquiries about the Epstein scandal during a visit to Saudi Arabia, where he participated in a football session with young female players. A reporter raised questions about the royal family’s response to the scandal, but William did not address the query directly. The situation remains sensitive as the Prince of Wales continues his diplomatic engagements in the country.
