My Conversation with Andrew Lownie, the Author Who Brought Down the House of York

Feb 20, 2026 | What happens when the polite silence around power finally breaks?

In this gripping and wide-ranging conversation, I sit down with historian and biographer Andrew Lownie, the man whose explosive book Entitled: The Rise and Fall of the House of York helped expose the rot behind royal privilege and the culture that protected Prince Andrew.

We talk about the Epstein scandal, the culture of entitlement, and the monarchy’s uncertain future. But this is not just about one prince. It is about power, class, corruption, media silence, and the strange moment we are all living through.

Andrew reveals how he tracked down sources, fought for documents, faced smear campaigns, and why he still believes the monarchy can survive if it reforms.

This is a conversation about truth, courage, and what happens when history refuses to stay buried.

The King 'Sucking Up to Republicans' on Andrew Will Only Lead to the Monarchy's Downfall

Feb 20, 2026 | “This monarchy will be brought down eventually. Not by this particularly, but by this sucking up to the Republicans.” The King is pandering to Republicans by distancing himself from his brother and changing his titles, ultimately digging the monarchy’s own grave, says Peter Hitchens.

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor denies all wrongdoing. A discerning look at royal life in the era of King Charles, presented by the royal editors of The Times and The Sunday Times, Kate Mansey and Roya Nikkhah – two women with unmatched insight into the inner workings of the monarchy.

It’s a time of challenges and change for the royal family, but also one of great hope and warmth, and a sense of the possibilities of this new Carolean age.

There are personal challenges for the royals, but new links are being forged with “kind words”, as King Charles has said, between the public and the Palace.

How Andrew Funded His Life amid the Scandals 💰 | Prince Andrew: Where Did All the Money Go?

Feb 23, 2026 | Prince Andrew has been rocked by scandals. But how can he afford them? We take a deep dive into Andrew's finances, unravelling the intricate web of controversies and questions surrounding his wealth.

Prince Andrew: Where Did All The Money Go?: We take a deep dive into Andrew's finances.

This contains discussions of sexual abuse which some viewers may find upsetting

The Sick Narcissism of Royal Elites - Prince Andrew's Biographer, Andrew Lownie

Dr. Andrew Lownie has been vindicated. After putting his reputation on the line with his investigations into rogue members of the British Royal family, Lownie faced a barrage of criticism aimed at discrediting him. A well-respected academic historian, he trusted the veracity of his sources and stood by their claims with regards to the disgraced royal, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.

Lownie's latest book, Entitled: The Rise and Fall of the House of York, has been flying off the shelves. It documents arguably the greatest crisis to grip the British Royal Family, following claims of corruption, criminal associations, and cover ups.

In this interview, we explore the wider ramifications of the Epste1n files on the state of liberal democracy. When elites are not held to the same accountability as the rest of society, what happens to the legitimacy of our systems? Where are the checks and balances? What can be done to regain trust?

This really feels like a moral reckoning, where justice must be meted out for the victims and accountability must be returned to public life. Our leaders must be beyond being bought.

"A Broken, Finished Man" | King's Friend on "Duty of Care" Charles Feels for Andrew

Feb 16, 2026 | King Charles's biographer and friend Jonathan Dimbleby tells BBC Newsnight's Katie Razzall that he "would strongly believe" that the monarch "would very much like" his brother Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor to testify in the US in relation to convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein. Interview broadcast on Friday 13th February 2026.

When asked whether the King would be feeling "pressure" over the allegations, Dimbleby said: "I think that he will be feeling the pain of this" and be "appalled by the allegations".

Dimbleby added that Charles would be "sensing the need to give duty of care" to Mountbatten-Windsor, describing Andrew as "a broken, finished man at best".

Last week, Buckingham Palace said it was ready to support the police as they consider allegations against Mountbatten-Windsor. Mountbatten-Windsor has consistently and strenuously denied any wrongdoing.

Andrew Arrest Is Extraordinary and Crown Could Be Heading for ‘Terminal Crisis’

Dan Snow gives us his opinion.

Royal Security Reveals Prince Andrew’s Relationship with Ghislaine Maxwell

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Has Andrew's Downfall Damaged Queen Elizabeth’s Legacy? | Royal Documentary

Feb 20, 2026 | The Sun's documentary explores the legacy of Queen Elizabeth II and the controversies surrounding Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. It covers his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, the Virginia Giuffre allegations, and the 2019 BBC Newsnight interview. The film details the stripping of his military titles, royal patronages, and HRH status. Experts analyse his role as a trade envoy and the decisive actions taken by King Charles III and Prince William to protect the monarchy's future and global reputation.

A Tale of Two Brothers: Could the Andrew Crisis Bring Down King Charles?

THE GUARDIAN: Former prince’s arrest was most damaging event for the family firm in centuries – and the questions keep coming

London fashion week was probably the last public place King Charles III wanted to be on Thursday, admiring the suits and costumes that no one he knows would dream of buying, and making light conversation with designers he would have difficulty in recognising at a royal garden party.

Charles must have been contemplating the crumbling of all his plans and hopes for his reign. He always knew it would be short, even before his cancer diagnosis, but he probably never thought it would be upended by the alleged behaviour of his own brother.

Thursday was the most consequential and damaging day for the family firm in centuries, perhaps since the Glorious Revolution of 1688, or the capture of King Charles I in 1647 and his execution two years later. Certainly it is worse than Diana’s death and more threatening than the 1936 abdication crisis, because it undermines the institution itself. » | Stephen Bates | Friday, February 20, 2026

Affaire Epstein : le gouvernement britannique envisage une loi afin de retirer l’ex-prince Andrew de l’ordre de succession au trône

LE FIGARO : Toute modification de l’ordre de succession nécessiterait des consultations et l’accord des autres pays dont le roi Charles, frère d’Andrew, est le chef d’État, a précisé un responsable britannique.

Le gouvernement du Royaume-Uni envisage de faire voter une nouvelle loi visant à retirer Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor de l’ordre de succession au trône royal britannique, en raison de ses liens avec Jeffrey Epstein, a indiqué vendredi auprès de Reuters un responsable britannique.

Toute modification de l’ordre de succession nécessiterait des consultations et l’accord des autres pays dont le roi Charles, frère d’Andrew, est le chef d’État, a précisé ce responsable, qui a requis l’anonymat. » | Par Le Figaro avec Reuters | vendredi 20 février 2026

Choqué, le regard fixe : les premières images de l’ex-prince Andrew à la sortie du commissariat

MADAME FIGARO : Le 19 février, la BBC a publié une photo d’Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor quittant un commissariat du Norfolk où il avait été détenu ce jour-là après son arrestation surprise dans le cadre de l’affaire Epstein.

l aura passé onze heures en détention. Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor a été libéré le 19 février, jour de son 66e anniversaire mais aussi de son arrestation surprise en raison d’allégations de «faute dans l’exercice de fonctions officielles» dans le cadre de l’affaire Epstein. Après avoir été cueilli par la police britannique dans sa nouvelle résidence de Wood Farm, à Sandringham, le prince déchu a été retenu dans un commissariat du Norfolk situé non loin de là. La BBC l’a photographié à sa sortie, offrant une image saisissante. » | Par Camille Lamblaut | vendredi 20 février 2026

Lawrence: Trump Thinks the Arrest of Epstein-linked Ex-Prince Andrew Is 'A Very Sad Thing'

Feb 20, 2026 | MS NOW's Lawrence O'Donnell examines the fallout from former Prince Andrew's arrest and what it reveals about accountability in the United States for those with ties to Jeffrey Epstein.

Former Prince Andrew 'Released Under Investigation' - What Happens Next? | DW News

Feb 20, 2026 | UK police say the former prince has been "released under investigation". But experts believe that difficult months lie ahead for Andrew and the British monarchy, which is facing its worst crisis in decades.

Affaire Epstein : une crise inédite qui menace l’image et la modernisation de la couronne britannique

LE FIGARO : DÉCRYPTAGE - Les digues élevées par Charles III ces dernières années autour de l’ex-prince Andrew n’ont pas suffi, et la tournure policière de l’affaire plonge la monarchie dans l’inconnu.

Nombre de Britanniques se disent qu’il vaut mieux que la reine Elizabeth II n’ait pas assisté à cela de son vivant. Son « fils préféré », le frère du roi, embarqué par la police comme un vulgaire malfrat. Pour celle qui était si soucieuse de l’image de la Couronne, le choc eut été immense. Comme il l’est aujourd’hui dans le royaume, avec ce qui est déjà un événement historique : la première arrestation d’un membre de la famille royale de l’époque moderne, la première depuis le XVIIe siècle, note la presse.

Depuis des mois, des années même, Charles III s’évertue à circonscrire et à contenir le problème Andrew. Isolé du cercle familial, interdit de rôles officiels, déchu de tous ses titres en octobre dernier - une mesure exceptionnelle -, obligé de quitter sa demeure du domaine de Windsor… La réponse a été graduelle. Las ! rien n’y fait, les digues érigées par le roi n’ont pas tenu. Quand, la semaine dernière, le souverain s’est dit prêt à collaborer avec la police sur les affaires touchant son frère, l’opinion a compris que l’on avait franchi un nouveau seuil. Le communiqué de Buckingham ressemblait à un message, dicté par l’impuissance et disant en substance : « Prenez-le, il est à vous… » » | Par Arnaud De La Grange, correspondant à Londres | jeudi 19 février 2026

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Andrew Arrested - 'Trump Should Be Concerned' Says Prof. David Cay Johnston

Feb 20, 2026 | Prof. David Cay Johnston shares his thoughts on Former Prince Andrew's arrest and the larger implications it may have.

King's Brother Arrested for Misconduct in Public Office for Sharing Documents with Jeffrey Epstein

Feb 20, 2026 | In a stunning and unprecedented development, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor — formerly known as Prince Andrew — has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office over allegations that he shared confidential government information with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. From royal privilege to police custody, this moment represents one of the most dramatic falls from grace in modern monarchy history. We examine the legal stakes, the political implications, and the damage to the Crown’s credibility.

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Former Prince Andrew’s Arrest Casts Shadow Over Royal Family

THE NEW YORK TIMES: The arrest of the former prince could shake public confidence in the monarchy.

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s ties to the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein have cast a long shadow over the British monarchy, even as King Charles III has taken strong action recently against his younger brother.

The case has the potential to shake confidence in a central pillar of the British establishment.

On Thursday morning, Mr. Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew, was arrested on suspicions of misconduct in public office amid reports that he had shared confidential information with Jeffrey Epstein while serving as a British trade envoy. In response to the arrest, the king said that “the law must take its course.”

Mr. Mountbatten-Windsor was later released from police custody after 7 p.m. local time, but he remained under investigation, the Thames Valley Police said in a statement.

It has been hard lately for senior royals to ignore the swirling family drama. During a recent public appearance, King Charles was heckled by a bystander about the Epstein case, a rare occurrence for a monarch who is usually greeted by polite applause from flag-waving crowds.

Even thousands of miles from Britain, on a recent visit to Saudi Arabia, there was no escape for his son Prince William. He appeared to ignore a television reporter’s shouted question about whether the royal family had done enough about the revelations about Mr. Mountbatten-Windsor’s ties to Mr. Epstein.

A British anti-monarchy group, known as Republic, claimed credit on Thursday for the arrest of Mr. Mountbatten-Windsor, saying in a statement that it was in response to a crime report sent to police by the group’s chief executive officer, Graham Smith. » | Stephen Castle | Reporting from London | Thursday, February 19, 2026

What Happens to Andrew Mountbatter-Windsor Now?

Andrew Lownie believes that he is now making contingency plans to leave the country.

Andrew Arrested Over Misconduct Relating to Epstein | DW News

Feb 19, 2026 | It's been a busy day in the UK with the arrest of King Charles III's younger brother, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, amid an investigation into possible misconduct in public office. The former Duke of York, who turned 66 on Thursday, was taken into custody by police in unmarked cars at his Norfolk residence before noon. King Charles III later said that "the law must take its course," and repeated a pledge from Buckingham Palace to cooperate with Thames Valley Police if requested.

Stripped of Finery, Detained by Police as an Ordinary Citizen: Now Andrew Enters a Whole New Era – and Britain Too

THE GUARDIAN — OPINION: What happens next hardly matters: the mystique and awe surrounding the royals had been irretrievably shattered. The former prince’s arrest must change everything

The arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is a seismic moment for the royal family as well as for himself. On one hand, it is hard to believe any greater harm can befall the family after weeks of drip-feed from the US Department of Justice’s Epstein files. On the other, a royal arrest of this sort is unprecedented. Enough is already in the public domain to indicate that police believe that there must be a case to answer to the charge of misconduct in public office.

King Charles, who apparently was not warned in advance that his brother was to be arrested, has been scrupulous in his response. “The law must take its course,” he said, offering prosecutors “full and wholehearted support and cooperation”. Whatever happens now, a line has been crossed in the life of the nation. A once exalted royal, facing serious judicial investigation by authorities acting on behalf of the citizenry. Stripped of status and finery, he faces the spotlight as would any other inhabitant of these isles. One cannot know the outcome, but just this arrest feels like a pivotal moment. » | Simon Jenkins | Thursday, February 19, 2026