Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie were left “completely blindsided” by their father Prince Andrew’s sudden decision to give up his royal titles, according to royal insiders, quoted by GB News.
Andrew reportedly failed to inform his daughters before agreeing to a statement on October 17 confirming he would relinquish royal titles.
Sources said Andrew was “rushed to accept” the move, leaving his family unprepared for the public fallout.
A tense family meeting followed days later at the Royal Lodge in Windsor, where Princess Beatrice met with her parents.
The meeting was described as emotional, with Sarah Ferguson said to have suffered a “meltdown” when she realized she would lose her duchess title.
Princess Eugenie did not attend. Witnesses later described Princess Beatrice as “devastated” and visibly shaken after leaving the meeting.
The episode has exacerbated rifts in the York family, once known for their close bond.
Both sisters have since withdrawn from public appearances and sought solace with their husbands and young children as they come to terms with their father’s dramatic decision, GB News reported.
