Why Was Prince Andrew Stripped of His Titles? What Led to the King's Move

Andrew Mountbatten Windsor has officially been stripped of his “prince” title as he continues to make headlines for his connection to Jeffrey Epstein. Buckingham Palace announced in October 2025 that King Charles III had officially started the “formal” process to remove his brother’s “style, titles and honors” amid the fallout from his sexual assault scandal. Andrew’s name change went into effect immediately, and he will move out of the Royal Lodge as soon as time permits. “His lease on Royal Lodge has, to date, provided him with legal protection to continue in residence,” the statement from t