Former Prince Andrew faces serious allegations regarding his conduct during a purportedly taxpayer-funded trip to Thailand in 2001. According to royal biographer Andrew Lownie, the ex-prince had approximately 40 prostitutes brought to his five-star hotel during this visit, which was part of celebrations for the King’s birthday.
Lownie made these claims during an episode of the Daily Mail’s podcast, “Deep Dive: The Fall of the House of York.” He stated that Andrew, who recently lost his royal titles and was removed from his residence, engaged with these women over a period of four days. Lownie emphasized that this behavior was facilitated by diplomats and other officials during the trip.
The allegations suggest this trip was not an isolated incident. Lownie indicated that Prince Andrew utilized his role as UK Trade Envoy to justify various trips funded by taxpayers in the early 2000s. He noted that “in 2001, Andrew is 41, he’s having his midlife crisis and he basically starts chasing lots and lots of women.” The biographer pointed out a pattern where Andrew would designate two weeks for “private time,” allowing him to engage in personal activities while the public funded his travels.
In his statements, Lownie claimed multiple sources corroborated his assertions, including a member of the Thai royal family. The implications of these claims raise questions about the appropriateness of Andrew’s actions during his time as a royal representative.
As scrutiny of Prince Andrew’s past intensifies, these allegations come on the heels of his recent removal from royal duties and public life. Official responses from Buckingham Palace or Prince Andrew’s representatives regarding these latest claims have not yet been released. This situation continues to unfold, highlighting the challenges faced by the royal family in managing its public image amid ongoing controversies.
