UPDATE: Friends of Sarah Ferguson are reportedly distancing themselves from the former Duchess of York following the explosive fallout from her ex-husband’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein. As the scandal deepens, insiders reveal that Ferguson is considering leaving the UK due to a significant decline in her social circle.
The situation escalated dramatically earlier this week when King Charles III stripped Prince Andrew of his titles amid mounting public outrage over his association with the convicted sex offender Epstein. This development has left Ferguson, who was married to Andrew from 1986 to 1996, feeling isolated and contemplating a move abroad.
Sources close to Ferguson assert that invitations have “dried up overnight,” and many people now wish to sever ties with her. One insider told the Daily Mail, “The phone has stopped ringing overnight. 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. Professionally and personally. Even she can’t see a way of bouncing back.”
Ferguson’s connection to Epstein has also come under scrutiny. In 2011, she labeled her relationship with him a “gigantic error of judgement” and vowed to cut ties. However, emails surfaced suggesting a more complicated relationship. In one, Ferguson referred to Epstein as a “supreme friend,” which raised eyebrows given his criminal history, including a 2019 conviction for sex trafficking minors.
In defense of Ferguson, her representatives stated that the email was an attempt to manage legal threats from Epstein. They insisted she has consistently condemned his actions and expressed regret over her past association. “She does not resile from anything she said then,” the spokesperson added.
The emotional toll of this scandal is palpable. Friends and associates are distancing themselves not only from Ferguson but also from the tarnished legacy of Prince Andrew. Insiders suggest that her past resilience through scandals is being tested like never before, with the fallout from this latest controversy proving particularly devastating.
As Ferguson grapples with these challenges, the public and media will be watching closely to see how she navigates this unprecedented situation. Will she find a way to restore her social standing, or is this the beginning of a more isolated chapter in her life? The unfolding drama continues to capture public attention, making it a story to follow closely.
