Drama unfolds as princess Beatrice distance herself from Prince Andrew Amid bombshell accusations

**Princess Beatrice** is reportedly struggling as her family’s past scandal is once again brought into the public eye, this time through entertainment. A new **three-part drama series** titled *A Very Royal Scandal*—based on Prince Andrew’s infamous 2019 interview with BBC’s **Emily Maitlis**—was released on **Prime Video** in early September, reviving the controversy surrounding Prince Andrew’s association with convicted sex offender **Jeffrey Epstein**.

The series has thrust Beatrice into an uncomfortable spotlight, portraying her as a central figure behind her father’s decision to give the disastrous interview. In a particularly heart-wrenching scene, Beatrice, played by **Honor Swinton Byrne**, is depicted as begging Andrew, played by **Michael Sheen**, not to appear in any photos of her wedding. This dramatization has reportedly caused Beatrice a great deal of stress, as she navigates the ongoing fallout of her father’s scandal.

According to sources, **Princess Beatrice** has distanced herself from **Prince Andrew**, both publicly and privately. She is said to be heartbroken by the repeated reminders of her father’s controversial past, especially now that she is a mother and expecting another child. The emotional toll has been immense, with Beatrice feeling caught between her love for her father and the embarrassment the scandal has brought upon her and her family.

The **BBC interview** was widely criticized and resulted in Prince Andrew being stripped of all royal duties. It has since been adapted for multiple entertainment platforms, including a Netflix film earlier this year, which again dragged the **York family** back into the headlines. For Beatrice, the constant resurfacing of the scandal is particularly painful because, as sources claim, she played a behind-the-scenes role in encouraging her father to participate in the interview. The decision to give the interview has haunted her ever since.

Beatrice’s role in the interview has reportedly made her feel a deeper sense of responsibility for the public fallout, causing her significant distress. She has been avoiding **Royal Lodge**, where her father still resides, and is said to be focusing on her own future and that of her growing family. Beatrice is determined to move forward and break free from the burdens of the past, placing the needs of her children above the mistakes made by the previous generation.

This situation highlights the emotional strain on **Princess Beatrice**, who, despite her efforts to step away from the turmoil, is continually drawn back into it due to the public fascination with her father’s scandal.