King Removes Andrew’s Prince Title Officially

King Charles III has officially removed his brother Andrew’s royal titles, marking a significant shift in their family dynamics. The formal announcement was published in The Gazette, the UK’s official public record. The King’s decision took effect last Thursday following public scrutiny of Andrew’s connections to the convicted financier Jeffrey Epstein.

Details of Title Removal

The alterations to Andrew’s titles involved the revocation of both his prince status and the Dukedom of York. This was executed through a Royal Warrant and a legal framework known as Letters Patent.

Gazette Announcement

The Gazette’s entry states: “The King has been pleased by Letters Patent under the Great Seal of the Realm dated 3 November 2025 to declare that Andrew Mountbatten Windsor shall no longer be entitled to hold and enjoy the style, title or attribute of ‘Royal Highness’ and the titular dignity of ‘Prince’.”

The Great Seal of the Realm is a wax seal used by the Crown to validate important state documents.

Background Context

In a recent statement, Buckingham Palace confirmed that Andrew would vacate his Royal Lodge home in Windsor. This decision comes amid ongoing controversies related to his association with Epstein. Reports indicate that Andrew did not oppose the King’s decision to strip him of his titles.

• Titles revoked: Prince and Duke of York.
• Date of effective change: Last Thursday.
• Formal announcement published: The Gazette.
• Legal instruments used: Royal Warrant and Letters Patent.

Previous Title Adjustments

Earlier this year, Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, as he is now known, relinquished other royal titles, including the Duke of York. These decisions stemmed from mounting questions and allegations concerning his personal life.

Recent revelations, such as emails uncovered this year, indicated that Andrew maintained a relationship with Epstein for a longer duration than previously acknowledged. In a posthumously published memoir by Virginia Giuffre, a notable accuser of Epstein, she reiterated claims of having sexual encounters with Andrew during her teenage years. Andrew has consistently denied these allegations.

As the story unfolds, King Charles III’s actions highlight the impact of public scrutiny on royal affairs and the ongoing challenges faced by the royal family.