Duchess of York Shares Tribute to Armed Forces Amid Prince Andrew’s Royal Rift
Sarah Ferguson has released a heartfelt statement and video amid reports that King Charles has made a pivotal decision about Prince Andrew's role within the royal family.
The Duchess of York, attending the British Forces Foundation’s 25th Anniversary Ball in London, turned to social media to share her admiration for the Armed Forces and the charity’s work. Her post comes as speculation mounts about King Charles extending a royal Christmas invitation to Andrew despite cutting his financial support.
Ferguson, popularly known as Fergie, expressed gratitude in her statement: "I recently had the pleasure of attending The British Forces Foundation’s 25th Anniversary Ball at Raffles, Old War Office."
She appeared to acknowledge the King’s influence subtly, adding, "I have always had great admiration for the courage and strength of HM’s Armed Forces. This fantastic charity goes above and beyond to provide essential morale-boosting entertainment, ensuring that our servicemen and women feel valued and appreciated."
Fergie also congratulated the event organisers: "It was beautifully curated by Trustee @katharinepooleyltd. Many congratulations to the full BFF team for making the evening a monumental success!"
The Duchess’ comments follow reports of ongoing tensions between Prince Andrew and King Charles, highlighting her continued dedication to public service and her ability to navigate sensitive royal dynamics with grace.