The official royal website has undergone revisions to Prince Andrew’s profile, removing his formal title of Duke of York after recent controversy. The change comes following his decision to relinquish the title last week.
While the prince remains listed among royal family members, his designation has been modified to simply “Prince Andrew” rather than his previous peerage title. The Duke of York title was originally bestowed upon him by Queen Elizabeth II in 1986 upon his marriage to Sarah Ferguson.
Some historical references to the title remain within his biography, including mention of his “active service with the Royal Navy” under the Duke of York designation.
The title removal follows Andrew’s announcement that he would no longer use his royal titles or honors. In his statement, he emphasized that ongoing allegations were creating distractions from the monarchy’s work and that he was prioritizing his duty to family and country.
This development occurs alongside renewed public attention surrounding allegations against the prince, including those detailed in recently published accounts from individuals connected to the case. The royal household has faced increasing pressure to address these matters transparently while maintaining the dignity of the institution.
