Royal commentator claims the Duchess of York may be distancing herself publicly while still supporting Andrew behind the scenes
Sarah Ferguson has been accused of making a calculated public relations move as scrutiny surrounding Andrew continues to dominate headlines.
According to reports, the Duchess of York has been keeping a low profile in Austria while the controversy surrounding Andrew intensifies. Despite speculation that she may distance herself from him, sources suggest she has remained quietly supportive during the difficult period.
An insider told The Mirror that Ferguson may have been deliberately leaving misleading clues about her whereabouts in an effort to divert attention from her activities. The source claimed that only a small circle of trusted individuals knew the full details of her plans.
The situation has become increasingly sensitive following renewed attention on Andrew’s connections to convicted offender Jeffrey Epstein. Observers say the mounting pressure has placed both figures under intense public scrutiny.
Royal commentator Duncan Larcombe believes Ferguson’s apparent distance could be more strategic than genuine. He suggested the move may be designed to manage public perception rather than signal a real break.
Larcombe argued that Ferguson’s own past association with Epstein complicates the situation. Because of those links, he believes it would appear contradictory for her to openly criticise Andrew’s relationship with the disgraced financier.
For now, Ferguson has not publicly commented on the claims. However, analysts say the ongoing controversy continues to shape how both figures are viewed by the public and the media.
