Prince Andrew: Where Did All the Money Go?
Prince Andrew has gone from scandal to scandal, from being embroiled in a friendship with a convicted sex offender, to business dealings with an alleged spy, and now his finances are under the spotlight.
Andrew’s money long remained a mystery, and with mounting costs for his lifestyle and huge outgoings, questions are being asked: where does he get his money from? And what has he spent it on?
This ITN produced documentary dives into the unclear waters of Prince Andrew’s finances, unravelling the intricate web of controversies, connections, and questions surrounding his wealth. With informative interviews, expert analysis, and a rich archive spanning his life, the programme investigates how the Duke of York’s financial affairs have come under intense scrutiny in recent years.
A major focus is Prince Andrew’s infamous friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and the fallout from that association, including the staggering legal bills and the multimillion-pound settlement paid to Virginia Giuffre. The programme questions how these financial burdens have shaped Andrew’s current situation and examines his struggle to maintain his lavish lifestyle. This story will forever haunt him from after his ludicrous appearance on BBC Two’s Newsnight; which has led to a drama and film about his appearance so infamous it became.
The documentary, to air later this month, explores revelations about Andrew’s ties to an alleged Chinese spy, shedding light on potential financial and diplomatic entanglements. It also scrutinises the operations of his charity Pitch@Palace which ran a parallel commercial arm that reportedly generated significant profits.
At the centre of this story is Royal Lodge, Andrew’s expansive residence in Windsor, with its known annual costs estimated at more than half a million pounds. Despite his claims of a legitimate income to sustain his living arrangements, the recent decision by King Charles to cut off Andrew’s reported £1million yearly allowance raises questions about how he intends to fund his residence and future.
Featuring interviews with journalists, a forensic accountant, and biographer Andrew Lownie—who has been investigating Andrew’s finances for years—this documentary provides an unflinching look at a royal embroiled in scandal. With archival footage and fresh insights, this programme offers a compelling portrait of privilege, controversy, and a life lived under the shadow of financial and personal tumult.
Prince Andrew: Where Did All the Money Go?, Saturday 25th January 9.30pm on Channel 5
