Prince Harry Explosive Punch-Up with Prince Andrew: Shocking Royal Feud Revealed!
A bombshell new book, The Rise and Fall of the House of York by Andrew Lownie, has exposed a dramatic clash within the British royal family, alleging that Prince Harry physically struck his uncle, Prince Andrew, during a heated 2013 argument. The confrontation, which reportedly left the Duke of York with a bloody nose, sheds light on deep-seated tensions among Queen Elizabeth II’s relatives. With claims of insults, eviction plots, and ongoing resentment, this revelation paints a vivid picture of royal dysfunction. Here’s a closer look at the startling claims rocking the monarchy.
A Violent Royal Showdown
According to Lownie’s book, the altercation took place during a family gathering in 2013, long before Prince Harry detailed his struggles in his 2021 memoir, Spare. The incident stemmed from disparaging remarks Prince Andrew allegedly made about Harry behind his back. The comments sparked a fiery argument that escalated into physical violence.
The Telegraph, citing unnamed sources, reported that Harry “got the better of Andrew by all accounts,” landing a punch that left the Duke of York nursing a bloody nose. The scuffle was eventually broken up, but the incident marked a turning point in their strained relationship.
This isn’t the first time Harry has described physical confrontations within the royal family. In Spare, he recounted a 2019 argument where Prince William allegedly shoved him to the floor at Kensington Palace over tensions involving Meghan Markle. The 2013 clash with Andrew, however, reveals a longer history of friction that predates Harry’s marriage.
Harsh Words Fuel the Feud
The book alleges that Andrew’s disdain extended beyond the 2013 incident. Lownie claims the Duke of York mocked Harry’s 2018 marriage to Meghan Markle, predicting it wouldn’t “last more than a month” and accusing Harry of going “bonkers” for not investigating her past thoroughly. These remarks reportedly infuriated Harry, who confided in William that he “hated Andrew.” The insults added fuel to an already tense dynamic, with Andrew’s behavior described as a source of frustration for both Harry and William.
Lownie also notes Andrew’s alleged rudeness toward Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, which further strained his relationships with his nephews. The book portrays Andrew as a divisive figure within the royal family, whose actions have long irritated younger members.
The Battle Over Royal Lodge
The feud has taken on a new dimension with Prince William’s alleged efforts to evict Andrew from Royal Lodge, a sprawling 30-room mansion in Windsor Great Park. Lownie claims William has been working behind the scenes to oust his uncle, believing Andrew is “abusing the property and his privilege.”
The pressure intensified after King Charles reportedly cut Andrew’s £1 million annual allowance, leaving the Duke of York struggling to maintain the estate. This financial strain has placed Andrew’s living arrangements under scrutiny, giving William leverage in his push to reclaim the property.
Andrew’s refusal to leave Royal Lodge, where he has lived since 2003, has become a flashpoint in the royal family, symbolizing broader tensions over privilege and accountability.
A Silence from the Palace
Buckingham Palace has remained tight-lipped about Lownie’s claims, consistent with its policy of not commenting on unofficial biographies or private family matters. The lack of response leaves the public to speculate about the accuracy of the allegations, but the book’s revelations highlight ongoing divisions within the monarchy. If true, the 2013 clash and subsequent disputes reveal a family grappling with personal and public challenges, far from the polished image often portrayed.
As the royal family navigates these turbulent waters, Lownie’s book adds a new chapter to the saga of dysfunction behind the crown. For Harry, now living in California with Meghan and their children, the incident underscores the deep rifts that led to his departure from royal life.
