King Charles III has removed his brother Andrew’s remaining titles and ordered him to leave his royal residence, Buckingham Palace announced on October 30. The decision comes after weeks of public pressure for the king to respond to Andrew’s connection with Jeffrey Epstein.
Following this rare move, made after years of controversy surrounding Andrew, he will now be known as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor instead of Prince Andrew and must vacate his Royal Lodge home near Windsor Castle.
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.