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The influence of his father, Prince Philip, and the supportive environment of the Queen—who reportedly prioritized caring for Andrew—may have inadvertently contributed to his sense of privilege. Bell also pointed out Andrew's early reputation as a dashing young military man, especially during his service in the Falklands War, which initially endeared him to the public.
The Decline of Public Favor
Over time, Andrew's arrogance and personal missteps, including his ill-fated marriage to Sarah Ferguson and subsequent scandals, eroded his standing. The infamous 2019 interview with Emily Maitlis, which was widely regarded as disastrous, further cemented his decline among the public and within the royal institution.