EXCLUSIVE: King Charles 'Could be Responsible For Bringing Down Entire Monarchy' With His Andrew Title-Stripping Move
Former Prince Andrew losing his royal titles could have a severe trickle-down effect.
Dec. 15 2025, Published 6:45 p.m. ET
King Charles' decision to strip his brother Andrew of all royal titles has sent shockwaves through the monarchy – with experts now telling RadarOnline.com the move could have far-reaching consequences that could see the total downfall of the ancient institution.
The 77-year-old monarch's attempt to assert control over a spiraling scandal may have exposed "serious vulnerabilities" that critics are now eager to exploit, insiders tell us.
Andrew Scandal Forces Charles to Act
King Charles stripped Prince Andrew of all royal titles and military honors.
Andrew, 65, has been embroiled in controversy for years over his association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, and the ongoing reputational damage has long threatened the royal family.
Charles acted decisively in removing his brother's military appointments, HRH styling, and other official honors, and later instructed Andrew and his ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson, 66, to vacate their $40million Royal Lodge home, a 31-room mansion on the Windsor Estate.
Sources close to the family claimed Charles hoped the intervention would quell public criticism and acted as part of a publicity ploy to show the royals cared about the victims of Epstein's crimes.
Royal analysts said the action ignited wider scrutiny of public funding and entitlement.
But insiders now say the move may have inadvertently created a wider crisis for The Firm.
"The issue now goes way beyond Andrew," a senior palace aide claimed. "His arrangement of paying little or no rent has shone a light on the wider culture of royal privilege, and critics are circling."
The revelation Andrew paid his minimal "Peppercorn" rent on a property valued at tens of millions has sparked renewed scrutiny of the monarchy's broader property arrangements.
A royal analyst said: "The king probably hoped that stripping Andrew of his titles would quiet the critics, but instead it's sparked a broader debate about entitlement, public funds, and palace culture."
Property Fallout and Public Scrutiny
King Charles has ordered Andrew and Sarah Ferguson to vacate the Royal Lodge on the Windsor Estate.
Andrew and Ferguson have been asked to leave next year, but the future of the lease remains uncertain.
Reports suggest the former prince could have received close to $700,000 for early termination of the lease, but the mansion's poor condition may absorb much of that sum.
Another source added, "Charles finds himself in a tricky spot. He aimed to show authority, but now he must navigate the optics of disciplining a relative while meeting public expectations. Every move is under intense scrutiny."
Could the Monarchy Itself Be at Risk?
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Observers said the fallout tested King Charles’s leadership and shaped his reign.
Critics have seized on the unfolding events as evidence of systemic issues within the monarchy.
Another palace insider said, "The king's ability to move decisively against his own brother has given republicans ammunition. They see the weaknesses and are quick to point them out. The monarchy has never appeared more exposed."
If the public sees Charles can make dramatic changes with the flick of a pen, Republicans will be asking why can't the government simply abolish the monarchy as quickly.
This could be the start of serious law-making that could effectively end the institution and the way it is bankrolled by the British taxpayer. By stripping Andrew of his titles so easily, Charles could also easily have inadvertently started the process of bringing down the entire monarchy.
Observers suggest the saga could also have more implications for the remainder of cancer-fighting Charles's reign.
Another royal expert said, "This has become a trial of leadership and public perception. How the king handles Andrew's departure, the property issues, and the reaction of the public could define the monarchy's reputation for years to come – and will be the focal point of the rest of his reign, however long that may be."
As Andrew prepares to vacate Royal Lodge, the palace continues to balance transparency with tradition, wary of fueling further criticism.
