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Source: Getty Images | (L) Leon Neal; (R) Max Mumby<\/p>\n
(L) Prince William speaks during a commemorative event marking the 80th anniversary Of D-Day in Southsea Common; (R) Prince Andrew attends the traditional Easter Sunday Mattins Service.<\/p>\n
May 31 2025, Published 1:13 p.m. ET<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n Royal experts have opined that Prince William will be a new kind of King that the monarchy hasn’t seen before. The Prince is expected to pave his own path and make decisions, both personal and professional, that will disrupt the existing order to modernize the Firm. Experts recently argued that one of the first things William will tackle is the \u2018Prince Andrew problem,\u2019 given the disrepute his uncle brought to the Crown.<\/p>\n Article continues below advertisement<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Royal commentator Hilary Fordwich recently told Fox News Digital<\/a> that William and Andrew have long had a \u2018strained and distant relationship,\u2019 with the Prince of Wales holding a grudge against his \u2018disgraced uncle.\u2019 She said, \u201cAndrew\u2019s future within the royal family is beyond bleak, since Prince William is firmly opposed to any public rehabilitation with no foreseeable path back.\u201d According to the expert, William, \u201cwants Andrew to vanish from public view.\u201d For the unversed, Andrew, who was once second-in-line to the throne after his brother, King Charles<\/a>, was forced to give up his royal duties after his infamous BBC interview. During the interview in 2019, he damaged his reputation after he failed to explain his ties to American financier Jeffrey Epstein.<\/p>\n Article continues below advertisement<\/p>\n<\/p>\n In light of the same, Fordwich explained, \u201cWilliam\u2019s strong stance on ‘the Andrew problem\u2019 is consistent, unwavering, and his influence has been decisive in ensuring Andrew remains sidelined…He is driven by his desire\u2026 to protect the monarchy\u2019s reputation, doing all he can to safeguard its future.\u201d She further noted, \u201cEvery public opinion poll has Andrew at the bottom, reinforcing Prince William\u2019s stance. Once King, no doubt, Prince William will ensure Andrew is completely excluded from royal life, as well as all public appearances.” <\/p>\n Article continues below advertisement<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Royal broadcaster Helena Chard echoed, \u201cPrince William’s role within the royal family is more prominent and influential than ever, as is his center stage position in diplomatic relations.\u201d Chard explained that William is aware of the \u2018public animosity\u2019 toward Andrew, and sees his uncle as a \u2018complete liability\u2019 who has the potential to ‘shovel’ more shame on the family. She added, \u201cHis stance towards his uncle is tough. He will not entertain anyone toxic to the brand. Andrew will not be part of the streamlined monarchy.\u201d Chard also threw light on Charles\u2019 relationship with his brother and claimed that the monarch is also \u2018fed up\u2019 with Andrew<\/a>. However, he might want what William has in mind for Andrew, as there’s still allegedly a soft corner. As per reports, Charles himself covered his brother’s expenses after his \u00a31 million annual allowance was cut.<\/p>\n Article continues below advertisement<\/p>\n<\/p>\n