Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie are reportedly facing growing scrutiny and professional uncertainty as renewed attention surrounding their parents’ links to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein continues to ripple through the royal family.
While no accusations have ever been made against the sisters themselves, royal commentators suggest the ongoing controversy has placed their public roles and charitable work in serious jeopardy.
Royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams warned that the situation could mark a turning point for the York sisters, arguing that their careers are now “nearly dead in the water.”
Speaking to Daily Mail, Fitzwilliams said the sisters “must realise that this is likely to mark the end of their own charitable ventures,” adding that a period of “quiet and humility” would be the most appropriate response.
Calls to Give Up HRH Titles
The royal commentator went further, suggesting that Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie should take decisive action by voluntarily stepping back from royal privileges.
According to Fitzwilliams, the sisters should “give up their HRHs voluntarily and stop clinging on to their charity work,” arguing that such a move would demonstrate accountability and dignity during a difficult time for the family.
He also advised the sisters to publicly support their parents, stating that showing unity could be “the only thing which would bring them a shred of respect.”
Pressure Mounts on the York Family
The controversy continues to cast a shadow over the Duke of York and his former wife Sarah Ferguson, whose past association with Epstein has already had serious consequences.
Fitzwilliams suggested that Ferguson’s hopes of restoring her public image are unlikely to succeed, noting that many of her charities and business ventures collapsed after her links to Epstein became public.
Sources have indicated that Ferguson is currently keeping a low profile, particularly given her continued closeness to Prince Andrew, whose reputation has suffered lasting damage.
As public scrutiny intensifies, observers say the York sisters may be forced to reassess their future roles entirely, with royal titles and charitable positions increasingly seen as liabilities rather than assets.
