Prince Andrew announced in a personal statement on October 17 that he is giving up his titles, including the Duke of York. The decision comes amid mounting pressure over his association with Jeffrey Epstein, with growing calls for Buckingham Palace to intervene.
As a result, the prince has chosen to voluntarily return his titles and step away from the Order of the Garter, Britain’s oldest and most prestigious order of chivalry. In his statement, he reaffirmed that he “vigorously denies the accusations against me.”
Indeed, there hasn't been a shortage of royal scandals around the world, including among the British royal family. Many princes and princesses, and even kings and queens, have infamously rebelled against their duties or abused their powers.
Let’s take a look at a few royals around the world who broke the mystique and showed that they’re just as flawed as anyone else—if not more so! Click through the gallery to get started.