Sarah Ferguson faced criticism for allegedly attempting to profit from the Epstein scandal by seeking a £1.5 million book deal, which was reportedly rejected by major US publishing houses. The former Duchess of York was said to have aimed for a $2 million advance but received rejections and minimal responses. Insiders suggested that her connection to the scandal involving her ex-husband, Prince Andrew, and Jeffrey Epstein hindered her efforts.
According to sources, there was little interest in supporting Ferguson’s potential financial gain from the scandal that affected her family and tarnished Prince Andrew’s reputation. Her hopes of maintaining success in the US market were dashed as publishers showed disinterest, labeling her as commercially undesirable.
The Mirror sought comments from Ferguson’s representatives in the US regarding the failed book deal. Despite her past success in American media and literary ventures, including children’s books and television appearances, royal expert Ingrid Seward pointed out Ferguson’s extravagant lifestyle as a factor in her financial dealings being spotlighted in the Epstein files. Seward highlighted Ferguson’s charismatic personality but expressed disappointment in her materialistic tendencies, citing lavish spending habits observed during the pandemic at the Royal Lodge.
