Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie will keep their royal titles despite their father, Prince Andrew, losing his princely status amid ongoing controversies. The sisters, aged 37 and 35, have largely remained out of the public eye as their father faces scrutiny over his ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

According to royal protocols established by King George V's Letters Patent of 1917, both princesses retain their titles as they are daughters of a son of a sovereign. This decision is believed to have been part of negotiations between Andrew and King Charles III. Although they are not working royals and do not perform official duties, Beatrice and Eugenie continue to hold their titles.

Beatrice works for a technology firm called Afiniti, while Eugenie serves as a director at an art gallery. Since marrying, Eugenie has been referred to as Her Royal Highness Princess Eugenie, Mrs. Jack Brooksbank, and Beatrice as Her Royal Highness Princess Beatrice, Mrs. Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi. Neither of their husbands received titles upon marriage.

In recent weeks, both princesses have been seen abroad, reportedly to escape the media frenzy surrounding their father. Beatrice attended a work event in Saudi Arabia, while Eugenie was spotted in Paris with friends. They both live with their families, with Eugenie primarily residing in Portugal and Beatrice owning a home in the Cotswolds. Neither princess is expected to vacate their residences.

Neither Beatrice nor Eugenie has publicly commented on their father's situation or his loss of titles. However, it is known that Beatrice was present during discussions leading up to Andrew's controversial BBC interview regarding his relationship with Epstein.

The future relationship of the princesses with the royal family remains uncertain. They have historically been close to their cousins, Prince William and Prince Harry, and have participated in family events, including Christmas celebrations at Sandringham. However, they have not been photographed with William in recent years.

In a significant move, King Charles has initiated the process to strip Andrew of his titles and residence at Royal Lodge. Andrew will now be known as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and is expected to relocate to a cottage near Sandringham. His ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson, has also been asked to leave Royal Lodge, where she had been living since their divorce in 1996.

Buckingham Palace stated that these actions were necessary despite Andrew's denial of the allegations against him. The palace expressed its support for the victims of abuse, emphasizing the seriousness of the situation. Andrew has reportedly not paid rent on Royal Lodge for two decades, despite spending millions on renovations.