Prince Andrew and his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson are once again making headlines after royal commentators gave the controversial pair striking new labels amid ongoing scrutiny surrounding their past ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
The former Duke and Duchess of York, long known for maintaining an unusually close relationship despite their divorce, were described by royal author Andrew Lownie as “Bonnie and Clyde” due to their years of shared scandals and public controversies.
Lownie, whose updated book revisits the couple’s complicated history, claimed Andrew and Sarah functioned more like business partners than former spouses, despite continuing to publicly present themselves as a united family.
The royal expert suggested Sarah remained loyal to Andrew because of his royal status and influence, while Andrew appreciated her unwavering support during periods of intense backlash.
Andrew and Sarah divorced in 1996 but continued living together for years while co-parenting daughters Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie. Their close post-divorce bond has repeatedly fuelled fascination among royal watchers.
The renewed attention comes after both figures faced mounting criticism over alleged links to Epstein, which severely damaged their public image and royal standing. Reports last year claimed the pair stopped using their royal titles following escalating controversy surrounding Andrew.
Despite years of turbulence, the duo have continued appearing together at select family events, reinforcing the perception that their connection remains unusually strong even after decades apart.
Royal analysts say the latest resurfacing of Andrew and Sarah in media discussions shows public curiosity surrounding the pair has not faded, especially as fresh books and documentaries continue revisiting royal controversies tied to the couple.