A posthumous memoir by Virginia Giuffre accuses Prince Andrew of an entitled attitude, suggesting he believed sexual relations with her were his entitlement. The book, titled “Nobody’s Girl,” is set for release next week and comes almost six months after Giuffre’s tragic death. She gained prominence for her connection with the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Key Details from Giuffre’s Memoir
Giuffre’s memoir, co-authored with Amy Wallace, recounts troubling experiences and interactions with Epstein and his affluent associates, including Prince Andrew.
- Giuffre met Epstein through Ghislaine Maxwell.
- She claims Andrew engaged in sexual acts with her on three occasions.
- One meeting was at Maxwell’s residence in London in March 2001, when Giuffre was only 17.
Notable Events and Claims
In her memoir, Giuffre describes her initial meeting with Prince Andrew. She recounts waking up to be told she would meet a “handsome prince,” echoing a fairy-tale sentiment. The Duke, then 41, guessed her age correctly and even mentioned his daughters were younger than her, which raised an uncomfortable tone.
A notorious photograph from that evening captures Andrew with his arm around Giuffre. She noted that Epstein took the picture, which she felt was significant. Following dinner, they headed to a nightclub where Giuffre described Andrew as a “bumbling dancer.”
Giuffre’s Experiences and Allegations
Giuffre alleges that Andrew’s behavior was inappropriate, stating he acted as if he believed sexual engagement with her was his right. She recounted her distressing experiences, including comments made by Maxwell that suggested further exploitation.
Additional Encounters
- Giuffre claims sexual encounters occurred at Epstein’s New York townhouse.
- Another alleged meeting took place on Epstein’s private island in the US Virgin Islands.
These encounters have been mentioned in previous testimonies but are now detailed in Giuffre’s narrative. She warns readers not to underestimate the environment Epstein created, which was marred by manipulation and control over vulnerable girls.
Giuffre’s Struggles and Consequences
Giuffre candidly discusses her mental health struggles, revealing her reliance on tranquilizers during her time with Epstein. She faced criticism for not leaving his circle, emphasizing that many girls like her had histories that made them susceptible to exploitation.
After eventually leaving Epstein’s influence, Giuffre relocated to Australia, where she lived a quieter life before her death at the age of 41.
Prince Andrew’s Denial and Legal Settlement
Prince Andrew has consistently denied Giuffre’s allegations, maintaining that he never had sexual relations with her. Following Giuffre’s civil allegations, he reached a financial settlement but continues to refute all claims against him.
In an earlier BBC interview, he stated, “I can absolutely categorically tell you it never happened,” underscoring his resistance to acknowledging any encounters with Giuffre.
While Prince Andrew has publicly distanced himself from Epstein since 2010, new evidence has emerged challenging his claims about severing ties with him.
