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Sarah Ferguson Feels ‘Incredibly Betrayed’ by Royal Family Members, Claims Source

Just a few months ago, King Charles stripped both Sarah and her ex-husband of their royal titles.

Sarah Ferguson at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club. (Cover Image Source: Getty Images | Julian Finney)
Sarah Ferguson at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club. (Cover Image Source: Getty Images | Julian Finney)

The massive backlash stemming from the scandal involving convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has brought about a difficult time for nearly all members of the York family. While Andrew remains at the center of the issue, the consequences have impacted the rest of his family, including his daughters, Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice. Additionally, Sarah Ferguson has also been facing intense criticism for her past association with Epstein. In recent news, a source has now revealed that Andrew's ex-wife is currently feeling deeply hurt and isolated.

Sarah Ferguson at the Memorial Service for her father, Major Ronald Ferguson. (Cover Image Source: Getty Images | Tim Graham Photo Library)
Sarah Ferguson at the Memorial Service for her father. (Image Source: Getty Images | Tim Graham Photo Library)

As reported by Heat World, the source stated, "Fergie’s very bitter, she’s angry and feels wronged by everyone in the family. She doesn’t have the guts to confront anyone, but when she’s had a couple of drinks, that’s when the liquid courage kicks in and when she starts unloading." While Sarah has long stressed the fact that her only struggle was an unhealthy relationship with food, she never mentioned any issues involving alcohol, drugs, or any other kind of medication. But recently, doubts have started coming up after newly released email exchanges with Epstein went viral.

Cover Image Source: Getty Images | Tim Clayton
Sarah Ferguson at a sporting event. (Image Source: Getty Images | Tim Clayton)

The source further claimed that tensions have been directed toward Camilla, adding, “Camilla’s been getting the brunt of Sarah’s fury. They were very close friends for years, so Sarah feels incredibly betrayed.” Sarah is also finding it difficult to come to terms with her diminished standing within the royal circle. This was addressed by the insider, who said, "What people don’t see is just how low she’s sunk. Every time she opens a paper or goes online, it’s another reminder that she’s completely on the outside and there’s no real way back, and she’s really struggling to come to terms with that."

However, instead of coming to terms with the fallout, the source mentioned that Sarah is reportedly struggling to cope and avoiding confronting the situation directly, adding, “But instead of dealing with it, she’s numbing it—and that’s only making everything worse. It fuels a cycle where she starts ranting and then feels even more isolated the next day. Not that she’ll take any accountability; if you ask her, she believes she has every right to speak her mind.” Speaking about Sarah losing her official identity, the source said that after everything she has been through with the family, she feels she is owed far more than being cut off without any proper explanation, and refuses to accept being shut out and treated as though she no longer matters.

Sarah Ferguson and Prince Andrew at St George's Chapel. (Image Source: Getty Images | Karwai Tang)
Sarah Ferguson and Prince Andrew at St George's Chapel. (Image Source: Getty Images | Karwai Tang)

Meanwhile, just a few months ago, King Charles stripped both Sarah and her ex-husband of their royal titles and forced them out of Royal Lodge. While Andrew has now relocated to the Sandringham Estate, Sarah’s current location remains unclear, as reported by OK Magazine. According to some sources, she has reportedly been staying at wellness retreats in Europe in recent months. On the other hand, Beatrice and Eugenie are also struggling to navigate the ongoing situation. However, despite the emotional toll, both sisters appear to be focusing their energy on their personal lives and families.

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