A previously held belief about the guest list for a royal birthday event has been revised following new analysis. It is now understood that three high-profile individuals facing serious legal allegations were not only present at a Windsor Castle celebration in 2006 but were also received at a nearby royal residence beforehand.
The gathering was a masked party marking the 18th birthday of a senior royal. In the hours leading up to the main event at the castle, the trio—a financier later convicted of sex trafficking, his longtime associate, and a former film producer convicted of multiple sex crimes—reportedly visited the Royal Lodge. This Windsor property has been the long-term home of a member of the royal family.
This visit occurred a matter of weeks after an arrest warrant had been issued in the United States for the financier concerning allegations of assaulting a minor. He was taken into custody just days after the birthday festivities. When questioned in a later interview about the individual’s invitation, the royal resident stated he was unaware of the active warrant at the time, noting the media brought it to his attention.
The financial arrangements surrounding the Royal Lodge itself have been a persistent subject of public scrutiny. The resident secured a lease on the property over two decades ago through a substantial upfront payment, which was structured to cover future rent, resulting in a nominal annual cost. This arrangement has led to ongoing questions about the affordability of maintaining the estate, especially following the cessation of certain royal allowances.
The situation has reignited calls for clarity regarding the funding of the residence. These demands are amplified by the resident’s acknowledged past association with one of the controversial visitors.
Amid reported pressures to vacate the Lodge, negotiations are said to be underway regarding alternative accommodations. The resident has expressed interest in one recently vacated cottage on the Windsor estate, while his former spouse is reportedly considering another nearby property soon to be available. A source familiar with the discussions noted that both potential homes would allow for family visits, but the final outcome remains uncertain within palace circles.
