**Royal Family Faces Mounting Criticism Over Continued Support for Prince Andrew Following Virginia Giuffre’s Posthumous Memoir**
*Published: October 17, 2025, 3:09 p.m. ET*
The royal family is under increasing scrutiny for continuing to support Prince Andrew after the upcoming release of Virginia Giuffre’s posthumous memoir, which contains new and graphic allegations against the Duke of York. Critics and campaigners have condemned the family’s silence as a “national disgrace,” accusing the monarchy of shielding Andrew despite renewed public outcry over his conduct.
### Giuffre’s Memoir Reignites Scandal
Virginia Giuffre’s memoir, *Nobody’s Girl*, set to be published next week, details years of abuse by Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. It also includes Giuffre’s repeated claims that Prince Andrew sexually assaulted her when she was 17—allegations he has always vehemently denied.
The book’s imminent release has reignited questions regarding how the royal family has managed the scandal and whether the Duke, 65, should continue residing on royal estates.
One senior royal source commented:
> “There is widespread disbelief that the institution continues to protect Andrew. After everything that’s come out, it feels tone-deaf and frankly shameful. The public expects accountability – not quiet complicity.”
A palace insider added:
> “It’s not just about optics and PR anymore. The publication of Virginia’s book has reopened deep wounds, and many inside the household are asking how much longer this situation can be sustained. The Queen always stood by him out of maternal loyalty, but the new King’s silence is being interpreted as tacit approval.”
### New Allegations and Damaging Correspondence
Giuffre’s memoir recounts alleged encounters with Andrew in London and abroad, describing him as “entitled – as if he believed having sex with me was his birthright.” She also claims Jeffrey Epstein introduced her to Andrew at Ghislaine Maxwell’s London townhouse, where she says she was treated “like a prize” to be handed over.
Prince Andrew has consistently denied all allegations. In a 2019 BBC *Newsnight* interview, he stated:
> “It didn’t happen. I can absolutely categorically tell you it never happened. I have no recollection of ever meeting this lady, none whatsoever.”
However, the memoir includes new allegations that following the publication of a photograph showing Andrew and Giuffre together, Andrew emailed Jeffrey Epstein saying:
> “We are in this together. Let’s keep in close touch.”
An insider close to Buckingham Palace revealed that the photograph and resurfaced correspondence have “caused real unease” among senior courtiers.
> “There’s frustration that this cloud keeps hanging over the family. Every time Andrew’s name is mentioned, it undermines the King’s message of modern transparency. Yet he remains under the royal roof, shielded from consequences,” the source said.
### Public Outrage Over Continued Royal Support
Public reaction to the memoir and the royal family’s stance has been swift and fierce. One source stated:
> “It’s outrageous that the royals are carrying on as though nothing has happened. Even if the Duke continues to deny the allegations, most people see this as yet another case of a powerful man avoiding consequences. By refusing to publicly distance themselves from him, the royal family are effectively making themselves part of the problem, and they are going to soon face the wrath of human rights groups.”
Many are urging the monarchy to act decisively:
> “They need to basically divorce themselves from Andrew now to save face, both personally and financially, and by stripping him of his remaining royal titles.”
### Calls for Accountability Amid Palace Silence
Prince Andrew stepped back from official duties in 2019 after scrutiny over his association with Jeffrey Epstein—who died in prison that same year—and Ghislaine Maxwell, who is currently serving a 20-year sentence for sex trafficking.
In 2022, Andrew reached a multimillion-dollar settlement with Giuffre in a US civil case, without admitting liability. Despite this, he continues to live at the Royal Lodge in Windsor and is regularly seen attending family events, including gatherings at Balmoral and Sandringham.
A royal household source remarked:
> “He remains a presence, and that’s the problem. His proximity to the family sends the wrong message—that money and titles matter more than morality.”
Buckingham Palace has declined to comment on whether Andrew will continue residing on royal property following the release of *Nobody’s Girl*.
### Prince Andrew Gives Up Royal Titles
On October 17, 2025, Prince Andrew announced that he is relinquishing all his royal titles due to the Epstein scandal.
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*Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.*
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