Royal expert says future King played key role in decision behind the scenes
Prince William’s growing influence within the monarchy has reportedly become more visible following Prince Andrew’s decision to give up his remaining royal titles and honours.
The move, made amid continuing controversy over Andrew’s association with Jeffrey Epstein, has been described as a major shift inside Buckingham Palace. Although Andrew once again denied all allegations, his complete withdrawal from royal life is being seen as a decisive step for the monarchy.
Royal commentator Duncan Larcombe told GB News that the Prince of Wales likely played a central role in the decision. “This is a prince who is so arrogant and so full of his own self-importance that he thought he could just carry on,” Larcombe said of Andrew. “He denies all the allegations, of course, but it will not go away.”
The expert noted that while King Charles may have been reluctant to act harshly against his brother, William viewed the matter differently. “I think William saw his uncle as nothing more than a real pariah, frankly,” Larcombe explained. “The Queen had a soft spot for Prince Andrew, and Charles, as his brother, didn’t want to punish him unnecessarily. But today’s breaking story shows exactly how much influence William now has inside King Charles’s court.”
As Andrew steps back completely, the decision underscores William’s growing authority in shaping the modern monarchy — and signals a new phase in how the Royal Family handles internal challenges.
