Mark Dolan speaks to royal biographer Angela Levin about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s arrest, his long-standing arrogance, the “curse of the spare,” and what the scandal means for King Charles and Prince William.
Mark Dolan is joined by royal biographer Angela Levin to examine the shock arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and the personal and constitutional fallout. Levin describes the early-morning police visit as a “very, very bad shock” and argues the public humiliation marks a dramatic reversal for a figure she says carried a lifelong sense of superiority and entitlement.
The discussion focuses on Andrew’s character, with Levin linking his behaviour to the so-called “curse of the spare” and claiming he had long harboured ambitions for the throne. She argues his status as a favoured son fostered arrogance that shaped later decisions and poor judgment, now contributing to reputational damage for the wider royal family.
The conversation then turns to the implications for King Charles’ health, Prince William’s future role, and whether the scandal accelerates pressure for generational change. Levin suggests William has never been close to his uncle and may ultimately play a decisive role in distancing the monarchy, while the immediate priority remains managing the institutional impact of the crisis.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor denies any wrongdoing.
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