Prince Andrew gives up all royal titles including Duke of York amid Epstein allegations

The prince, who is the younger brother of King Charles III and was once second in line to the British throne, said that the royal family and him had decided that the “continued accusations…distract from the work of His Majesty and the royal family."

Along with no longer being known as Duke of York, Prince Andrew will also give up other titles, including the Knight Grand Cross of the Royal Victorian Order and Royal Knight Companion of the Most Noble Order of the Garter.

In a statement released by the Buckingham Palace, Prince Andrew said, “With His Majesty's agreement, we feel I must now go a step further. I will therefore no longer use my title or the honours which have been conferred upon me.”