According to a new biography by Russell Myers, the relationship between Prince William, Kate Middleton, and Prince Andrew became irreparable after Andrew's scandalous BBC Newsnight interview. In this interview, Andrew failed to apologize for his past associations with Jeffrey Epstein or to acknowledge the victims of sexual abuse, an omission that reportedly led to a determined distancing by the Prince and Princess of Wales. This response from the couple underlines the serious nature of the allegations surrounding Andrew, which have been a dark cloud over the royal family for over a decade.

The biography, 'William and Catherine: The Intimate Inside Story', drawn from insights by palace insiders, indicates that William and Kate had always favored maintaining a safe distance from Andrew, particularly as the public scrutiny surrounding his actions intensified. The couple's decision to distance themselves was not just a personal stance but also a strategic one, aimed at protecting their own reputations within the royal family and the public eye amid the ongoing crisis surrounding Andrew's conduct.

This development marks a significant shift in the dynamics of the royal family, as it highlights the impacts of scandals on familial relationships and public perceptions. The fallout from Andrew's controversies continues to reverberate through the monarchy, affecting not only his own standing but also that of other family members. The estrangement could reinforce calls for reform within the royal institution regarding accountability and responses to historical injustices, particularly in terms of addressing or distancing from problematic family members.