Source: Fortune
Summary
Prince Andrew, the second son of Queen Elizabeth II, was arrested on his 66th birthday on suspicion of misconduct in public office. The investigation is related to an allegation that he shared confidential information with Jeffrey Epstein while serving as the UK’s trade envoy. Andrew has denied any wrongdoing. He has been facing financial troubles, with an estimated net worth of £3-3.7 million, and has been selling properties and borrowing funds to pay for legal fees. He recently lost his £1 million annual allowance and private security funding from King Charles.
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Prince Andrew’s financial woes are a stark contrast to his brother Charles’s estimated wealth of £640 million. Andrew’s net worth is estimated to be around £3-3.7 million, despite receiving approximately £13 million in public and royal-household funding during his 40-year career as a working royal. He has been selling properties and borrowing funds to pay for legal fees, including a £7 million loan from the late Queen that he has not paid back.
Andrew’s situation is a reminder that even the royals can face financial struggles.
Author: Evan Null
