Prince Andrew’s royal future will be "bleak" amid his "strained relationship with Prince William", according to a royal commentator.
The Prince of Wales, who is first in line to the throne, is said to be considering broader reforms for the monarchy when he ascends.
This includes tightening the Royal Family’s public image and modernising its charitable focus.
Royal commentator Hilary Fordwich claimed to Fox News: "Prince William has long had a strained and distant relationship with Andrew.
Prince Andrew’s royal future ‘bleak’ amid ‘strained relationship with Prince William’
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"Andrew's future within the Royal Family is beyond bleak, since Prince William is firmly opposed to any public rehabilitation with no foreseeable path back.
"He wants Andrew to vanish from public view."
Prince Andrew has faced intense scrutiny for his association with the late financier Jeffrey Epstein and related allegations, which led to his withdrawal from public life in 2019.
While Andrew has denied any wrongdoing, these connections have cast a shadow over his royal duties and reputation.
Andrew made a surprise appearance alongside the Royal Family at Windsor Castle for Easter Sunday.
GettyAt the same time, William’s reported plans come alongside a broader desire for reform within the monarchy.
Royal commentator Kate Mansey explained that the 42-year-old heir apparent "wants to come away and think, 'I've made a difference there, there's money that's gone into that community centre or there's something that's happened because I went there,' rather than just showing up and shaking some hands."
William has recently promoted the new BBC Earth docuseries Guardians, which focuses on environmental conservation.
Together with his wife, Princess Kate, he has long championed causes including mental health awareness, early childhood development, and support for bereaved families.
Prince Andrew and Prince William pictured at Order of the Garter in 2018
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PAWhile reports about Andrew’s future remain speculative, William’s broader vision for a streamlined, impactful monarchy reflects a determination to modernise royal engagement and strengthen public trust.
Despite claims of Royal Family feuds, the Duke of York was present on Easter Sunday, arriving at St George's Chapel in the same car as Princess Anne, Timothy Laurence, and Andrew's ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson.
King Charles and Queen Camilla led the Royal Family at the service, which was also attended by Andrew's daughters, Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie.
The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh completed the royal Easter line-up, alongside their son, James, Earl of Wessex.
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