As the British monarchy celebrates King Charles\u0027 coronation this Saturday with pomp and pageantry, a cloud still hangs over his younger brother Prince Andrew
We apologize, but this video has failed to load.As the queen’s coffin was borne through the streets of Edinburgh, one heckler shouted out: “Andrew, you’re a sick old man.”
His marriage in 1986 to Sarah Ferguson was seen at the time as bringing a breath of fresh air to a stuffy institution.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.As a roving trade ambassador, he gained the nickname “Air Miles Andy” for his frequent travels, which often involved rounds of golf. His marriage ended in divorce in 1996. The media criticized him for what was described as high-handed behavior and an overly lavish lifestyle.
Andrew remains eighth in the order of succession to the throne, and British media have speculated that he may still hold out hopes of returning to public life. “He’s a kind, good man and I think that spotlight needs to come off him and let him get on with his life to rebuild,” she said.
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