Reports claim Prince William barred the York sisters from a major royal event as tensions linked to their parents’ Epstein scandal continue to grow.
Buckingham Palace has reportedly left Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice feeling “extremely unhappy” as scrutiny around their parents, Sarah Ferguson and Andrew, continues to affect their standing within the Royal Family.
According to insiders who spoke to the Mirror, the sisters are frustrated by what they see as a lack of public support from the Palace during a difficult period for their family.
One source suggested there has been a noticeable shift in attitude toward the York family in recent weeks. The insider described a “distinct cooling of attitudes” toward the sisters, adding that the situation has become increasingly uncomfortable.
“However you look at it, it is a very uncomfortable reality that the entire York family indulged themselves at the expense of Epstein,” the source claimed.
The insider also said the pair feel isolated from the rest of the Royal Family. They reportedly believe they have been “left out in the cold” and worry that their royal titles and privileges could be at risk because of the controversy surrounding their parents.
The claims surfaced just days after reports suggested the sisters had been barred from attending Royal Ascot this year. The annual event is traditionally attended by senior members of the Royal Family.
According to Sky News, the decision to exclude the sisters was part of a broader move to distance the monarchy from the York family following ongoing public scrutiny.
Reports further claim the decision was made on the orders of Prince William. The future king is said to have taken a firm stance, allegedly instructing members of the Royal Family not to be seen publicly with the sisters at the high-profile event.
If accurate, the move marks a significant shift in how the York family is being treated within royal circles and highlights the continuing impact of the scandal surrounding Andrew.
