In “A Very Royal Scandal,” Prince Andrew, the Duke of York, faced a life-changing scandal involving his connection to convicted sexual predator Jeffrey Epstein. After a disastrous interview with the BBC, the Prince was stripped of his honorary military titles and patronages by Queen Elizabeth, leading him to step down as a working member of the royal family. His reputation was destroyed, and he faced legal charges from a woman who accused him of sexual assault and Epstein of trafficking her as a minor. The issue was settled with a reported $16.3 million settlement.
The series examines the fallout of the scandal, portrayed by Michael Sheen as Prince Andrew, and includes a deep dive into the complicated events surrounding the Prince. Sheen, who has experience playing real people such as Tony Blair and David Frost, emphasized the challenge of portraying a character like Prince Andrew, whose life is shrouded in mystery and secrecy. The series aims to present a different perspective on the scandal and allow the audience to see behind the scenes of the public image of the Prince.
Sheen highlighted the difficulty of distinguishing fact from fiction in portraying a character like Prince Andrew, whose life is largely controlled and stage-managed. The series delves into the ambiguity and mystery surrounding the Prince’s actions and motives, presenting a complex and intriguing portrayal of a controversial figure. “A Very Royal Scandal” will be available for streaming on Prime Video on September 19th.
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