Queen Camilla Tells Sexual Abuse Survivors 'You Are Not Alone' Amid Disgraced Ex-Prince Andrew Fallout

Queen Camilla delivered a message of support to survivors of sexual violence during an International Women's Day reception at St James's Palace, telling guests, 'Please know that you are not alone.'

Her remarks came as scrutiny surrounding former Prince Andrew continues following his long-running links to financier Jeffrey Epstein and a separate police investigation earlier this year.

While the Queen did not directly mention Andrew or Epstein, the timing of the speech and its focus on victims who say they were not believed quickly raised eyebrows within the Royal Family about double standards.

Queen Camilla's Women's Day Speech

Camilla made the remarks on 10 March at a reception hosted by the Women of the World Foundation to mark International Women's Day.

Addressing survivors of abuse, she told the audience, 'To every survivor of every kind of violence, many of whom have not been able to tell their stories or who have not been believed, please know that you are not alone.'

She added, 'We stand with you and alongside you, today and every day, in solidarity, sorrow and sympathy.'

The Queen also warned that silence around abuse allows violence to continue, telling guests that society must stop ignoring misogyny and harassment, including online. 'If misogyny and hatred are not confronted here and now,' she said, 'we will face far greater issues in the future.'

Among the attendees at the London event were actors Helen Mirren and Miriam Margolyes, broadcaster Sandi Toksvig and lawyer Cherie Blair.

Speech Comes Amid Investigation Against Andrew

The Queen's remarks came at a sensitive moment for the royal family as investigations into Andrew continue.

Andrew stepped back from public royal duties after his association with Epstein became public in 2019. One of Epstein's accusers, Virginia Giuffre, alleged she had been trafficked to Andrew when she was 17. Andrew has repeatedly denied the claim.

In 2022, he settled Giuffre's civil lawsuit in New York without admitting liability.

The fallout intensified over the years. Under Queen Elizabeth II, Andrew lost his military titles and royal patronages. In 2025, King Charles III removed his remaining royal titles and official roles.

In February 2026, British police arrested Andrew on suspicion of misconduct in public office as part of an investigation into whether confidential government documents were shared with Epstein during Andrew's time as the UK's trade envoy. He was later released while the investigation continues.

Authorities have not filed charges, and Andrew maintains his innocence.

Queen's Long-Running Campaign Against Violence

The Queen has spent years supporting organisations that help survivors of domestic and sexual violence. She has visited women's refuges, backed rape crisis centres, and repeatedly called for more open conversations about abuse.

During her speech, she referenced the impact of hearing survivors' stories and said 'every woman has a story' that deserves to be heard.

Camilla also spoke about her admiration for French survivor Gisèle Pelicot, whose case — involving years of abuse orchestrated by her former husband — drew global attention. The Queen previously wrote Pelicot a personal letter praising her courage.

Furthermore, Buckingham Palace has not issued additional comments about the speech, though a palace spokesperson said the Queen's remarks 'speak for themselves.'

Royal commentators noted that the address appeared carefully written, expressing solidarity with survivors while avoiding direct references to ongoing investigations involving Andrew.