Ex-Prince Andrew, officially known as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, has returned the Grand Cross of the Order of St. Olav to the Norwegian royal family, as confirmed by the palace. This prestigious honor, awarded by King Olav in 1988, was granted for his distinguished merits for Norway and humanity. His decision to return the honor leaves him unlisted as a recipient on the official website of the Norwegian royal family.

The Norwegian palace stated that Andrew's absence from the list of order recipients means he no longer holds the title. Guri Ofstad Varpe, the palace's press manager, confirmed this in a statement but refrained from commenting further on the processing of honors and medal matters. The Order of St. Olav is one of Norway’s highest honors, awarded for extraordinary contributions to society.

The return of the Grand Cross may indicate a shift in Andrew's status and reputation, particularly following controversies surrounding his public life. As societal expectations evolve, figures with such honors are increasingly held accountable for their actions, suggesting that Andrew's return of the order could be a step in distancing himself from past controversies and seeking a fresh start.