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Royal Sisters Distressed by Epstein Ties, Seek Distance

2/16/2026

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U.S. Department of Justice Epstein files mention Princess Beatrice of York and Princess Eugenie of York, renewing scrutiny of their parents' ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Royal journalist Russell Myers says the disclosures distressed Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie and strained their relationships with their parents.
The sisters distanced themselves from the scandal and kept low profiles while King Charles condemned Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and offered support for investigations.

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U.S. Department of Justice Epstein files mention Princess Beatrice of York and Princess Eugenie of York, renewing scrutiny of their parents' ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Royal journalist Russell Myers says the disclosures distressed Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie and strained their relationships with their parents.
The sisters distanced themselves from the scandal and kept low profiles while King Charles condemned Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and offered support for investigations.