Sarah Ferguson and Prince Andrew will mark 30 years since their divorce in May, yet they have continued to maintain a notably close relationship. Since 2008, both have lived at Royal Lodge in Windsor, although this arrangement is expected to end following Prince Andrew’s planned move to the Sandringham estate. The relocation comes after he lost his royal titles and honours in November, amid renewed scrutiny over his past association with Jeffrey Epstein.
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In a previously recorded 2011 interview with the Australian programme 60 Minutes, the former Duchess of York reflected on the enduring bond with her former husband, whom she divorced in 1996. She spoke of mutual affection and respect, describing Prince Andrew as committed to public service and noting the sustained pressure he faced from media coverage. She also rejected suggestions that negative press surrounding him stemmed from her own past controversies, stating that he was judged independently of her actions.
The interview also addressed the financial aspect of their relationship. At the time, Sarah Ferguson acknowledged that Prince Andrew had provided significant support while she was overcoming serious debt. She credited him with standing by her during a difficult period, which ultimately allowed her to become debt-free. It later emerged that she had also accepted a £15,000 loan from Jeffrey Epstein in 2012, a decision she publicly described as a serious error of judgement and one she deeply regretted.
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More recently, the relationship has entered a new phase following the loss of their titles as Duke and Duchess of York at the end of 2025. Sources have indicated that while Sarah Ferguson has remained supportive, she does not plan to move with Prince Andrew to Sandringham and is considering alternative living arrangements. Prince Andrew is reportedly staying in temporary accommodation while his new residence on the Sandringham estate is prepared.
