Actress Natalie Dormer refuses to promote drama role, calling Duchess’ behaviour ‘inexcusable’
Sarah Ferguson is once again under fire as the fallout from her links to Jeffrey Epstein refuses to fade. The Duchess of York has faced renewed criticism since a leaked email revealed her apology to the disgraced financier, sparking widespread backlash.
Despite her public regret, several charities have already distanced themselves from her. Now, the Duchess has suffered another setback after actress Natalie Dormer, who portrays her in the upcoming ITV and BritBox drama The Lady, announced she will not promote the project.
The drama, based on the story of Jane Andrews—Ferguson’s former dresser who was later convicted of murdering her boyfriend in 2001—features Dormer in the role of the Duchess. But the actress explained she could no longer support the series in light of recent revelations.
Speaking to Variety, Dormer said: “Since completing the project, new information has come to light that makes it impossible for me to reconcile my values with Sarah Ferguson’s behaviour, which I believe is inexcusable. For that reason, I will not be taking part in the promotion of the project.”
She added that while she had initially approached the role with nuance and empathy, she has chosen instead to donate her entire salary from the production to two charities: the National Association for People Abused in Childhood (NAPAC) and the Centre of Expertise on Child Sexual Abuse.
The decision marks yet another public blow for the Duchess of York, whose reputation remains under scrutiny as her past links with Epstein continue to surface.
