Sarah Ferguson seeks financial support from King Charles amid royal scandal

Sarah Ferguson, the former Duchess of York, is reported to be negotiating a financial arrangement with King Charles as she faces renewed scrutiny over her past links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Sources say she is desperate for a pension or settlement that would reduce the need for a tell‑all book, while the king has not confirmed any agreement. Prince William and Kate Middleton have voiced strong opposition, and Buckingham Palace denies any such deal.

The controversy revived after revelations that Ferguson accepted money from Epstein in 2010‑11 and maintained contact with him, prompting charities to cut ties. No evidence has emerged linking her to Epstein’s trafficking crimes. Parallel investigations involve her ex‑husband Andrew Mountbatten‑Windsor, who was arrested on suspicion of misconduct related to alleged misuse of confidential information while serving as a UK trade envoy.