Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, openly acknowledged her regret regarding her association with Jeffrey Epstein following the exposure of Epstein's sex trafficking and pedophilic activities.
In a 2011 interview with the Evening Standard, Ferguson disclosed her remorse over accepting a loan of £15,000 from Epstein to alleviate her mounting debts, which occurred just before revelations surfaced about her former husband, Prince Andrew's, involvement with the late convicted sex offender.
Expressing deep regret and abhorrence towards pedophilia and child abuse, the Duchess emphasized her regret for any involvement with Epstein, stating, "I personally, deeply regret that Jeffrey Epstein became involved in any way with me.
" She acknowledged her error in judgment and vowed to sever all ties with Epstein, expressing contrition for her actions.
Details reveal that Ferguson's former assistant, Johnny O'Sullivan, directly received the funds from Epstein, significantly reducing Ferguson's £5 million debt.
Despite her association with Epstein, Ferguson stood by Prince Andrew, asserting his innocence in the scandal.
She praised Andrew for his continuous support and aid in addressing her financial struggles, stating, "The duke sorted out my debts, and he and his office have been more than marvelous."
Ferguson expressed her admiration for Andrew and her unwavering commitment to him, acknowledging his unwavering support during challenging times.
