Sarah Ferguson, the former Duchess of York, is at a career crossroads, with major American television networks reportedly vying for an exclusive interview. The potential payday is said to reach well into six figures for a candid conversation about her connections to the late financier Jeffrey Epstein and her ex-husband, Prince Andrew.
The offer comes in the wake of a seismic shift for Ferguson and Andrew, who were formally stripped of their royal titles by the monarchy last month. This decisive action by the palace was directly linked to their past associations with Epstein, who died while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges in 2019.
According to sources, the palace is viewing the prospect of such an interview with significant apprehension. There is a palpable concern that Ferguson, now formally outside the royal fold, might speak freely and reveal details that could prove deeply embarrassing to senior members of the royal family. Insiders suggest the fear is that she could “go rogue,” with little ability from the institution to control her narrative.
Ferguson is said to be deliberating the offers with extreme caution, aware of the high stakes. Her team is carefully considering all options to avoid a repeat of what sources refer to as a “Maitlis scenario”—a clear allusion to Prince Andrew’s disastrous 2019 television interview, which severely damaged his public standing.
For Ferguson, the decision is framed as pivotal. Proponents of the interview argue it represents a crucial opportunity for her to reclaim her public image, defend her honor, and explicitly state her claimed ignorance of Epstein’s criminal activities. “Andrew has had his chances to tell his story. Now it’s Fergie’s time,” a source was quoted as saying, noting the interview could either salvage or further sink her reputation.
The fallout from the scandals has already impacted her professional life. Her latest children’s book, which was scheduled for publication, has been permanently canceled. Publishers have reportedly decided to pulp all existing copies, deeming the project commercially unviable in the current climate. This move marks a significant setback for the prolific author, who has penned dozens of books throughout her career.
As the television networks await her decision, the situation underscores the ongoing personal and professional repercussions for those linked to the Epstein scandal, with a former royal now poised to potentially tell her side of the story on a global stage.
