John Oliver says ex-Prince Andrew deserves hell but fears the royals will never really pay for their ties to Epstein
On a serious note.
John Oliver just made it clear he thinks the royal family is a mess, and he’s not holding back on his feelings about ex-Prince Andrew. At a recent event in New York, the Last Week Tonight host didn’t mince words when asked about the disgraced royal, saying he hopes Andrew ends up “in hell” if such a place exists. It’s a sharp take, coming from someone who usually skewers institutions with humor, but Oliver’s frustration with the royals is no joke.
According to Page Six, Oliver’s comments came during the Garden of Laughs event at Radio City Music Hall, where he didn’t just stop at Andrew. He called the royal family’s behavior over the years “horrendous” and admitted he’s “not a fan” of them at all. When pressed about where he thinks Andrew will end up, Oliver said: “Long term? If I believed in hell, it would be there.” He followed that with, “I don’t know where he will end up, and to the marrow of my bones, I don’t care!”
The comedian’s anger isn’t just about Andrew’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein, it’s about the lack of accountability for the victims. Oliver pointed out that while Andrew settled a lawsuit with Virginia Giuffre for an estimated $12 million in 2022, that doesn’t feel like justice.
The delay in justice for Epstein victims is an issue that angers many
Giuffre, who accused Andrew of sexual misconduct when she was a minor, has yet to see real consequences for the man she says harmed her. Andrew has denied all allegations, but Oliver isn’t buying it. He did admit, though, that seeing Andrew face “abject humiliation” like being arrested on his 66th birthday was at least some consolation. “I hope it carries for the rest of his life,” Oliver said, and it’s hard to argue with that sentiment.
Oliver’s frustration extends to Andrew’s ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson, too. When asked about her, he laughed and said, “Again, no idea, and I couldn’t give a flying s—.” Ferguson, once a fixture in royal circles, has found herself in a precarious position since the Epstein scandal exploded.
Reports from earlier this year suggested she’s effectively homeless, bouncing between friends’ homes after being forced out of Royal Lodge, the 30-room mansion she shared with Andrew. She’s even been spotted staying with Priscilla Presley, a far cry from the lavish lifestyle she once enjoyed.
Andrew’s arrest in February was a turning point, not just for him but for his entire family. He was taken into custody on his 66th birthday, accused of misconduct in public office for allegedly passing confidential trade documents to Epstein. The images of him leaving jail, looking terrified in the backseat of a car, were a stark contrast to the polished royal image he once projected.
If convicted, he could face life in prison, though he’s denied all accusations. For now, he’s living at Sandringham Estate in Norfolk, a far cry from the grandeur of Royal Lodge but still a far more comfortable existence than most people in his position could expect.
The fallout from the scandal hasn’t just affected Andrew and Ferguson
It has been tough on their daughters Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie, too. Eugenie stepped down from her role as a patron of Anti-Slavery International after seven years, a move that sources say was directly tied to her father’s arrest. Both sisters, who are said to be “horrified” by the public scandal, have had to adjust their plans, scaling back public appearances and reassessing their futures.
The royal family’s ties to Andrew have become a PR nightmare, and it’s not just Oliver who’s calling them out. Protesters recently heckled King Charles, Prince William, and Kate Middleton over their connections to Andrew during a service at Westminster Abbey. The trio didn’t acknowledge the protesters, but the message was clear: the public isn’t letting this go.
Oliver’s comments echo that sentiment, even if he’s coming at it from a comedic angle. He’s not just making jokes for laughs, he’s highlighting a system that, in his view, has failed to deliver real justice. For him, the royals’ problems are just one part of a larger conversation about power and accountability. He’s pointing out what he sees as a fundamental flaw in how institutions like the monarchy operate.
The comments are also a reminder of how much the royal family’s image has shifted in recent years. Once untouchable, they’re now facing scrutiny like never before, and it’s not just from comedians. The public’s patience is wearing thin, and even the monarchy’s most ardent supporters are struggling to defend figures like Andrew.
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