“Amanda Platell: After Mutters of What Andrew’s Said to Have Done to Her, I’m Not Surprised Kate’s Ousted Him. She’s a Tigress… Her Next Move’s So Delicious”
Journalist Amanda Platell has weighed in on the latest developments within the royal family, offering her characteristic mix of blunt observation and insider insight. In a column published this week, Platell discussed the fallout from Prince Andrew’s recent controversies and his reportedly strained relationships within the royal household. Her take? It’s no shock that the Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton, has reportedly taken decisive steps to distance the family from the embattled royal.
According to Platell, whispers about Prince Andrew’s past behavior and alleged misconduct have been circulating for years. “After mutters of what he’s said to have done, I’m not surprised Kate’s ousted him,” she writes. The columnist suggests that Kate’s move is not just a protective measure for her family, but also a calculated demonstration of her growing influence within the monarchy. Platell likens the Duchess to a tigress, highlighting her strategic acumen and poise under pressure.
The timing of Kate’s maneuver is particularly noteworthy. With ongoing legal battles surrounding Prince Andrew and heightened media scrutiny, Platell argues that Kate has acted decisively to safeguard the royal brand, preserve public trust, and reinforce her own standing within the family. “She’s a tigress,” Platell emphasizes, “and her next move is so delicious because it’s likely to further consolidate her power while exposing Andrew’s isolation.”
Platell’s column also touches on the dynamics between the siblings and spouses within the royal household. She suggests that the intervention by Kate, coupled with subtle guidance from other senior royals, has effectively marginalized Andrew in key social and ceremonial roles. While the Duke of York maintains his title, his influence appears increasingly limited, with his public appearances carefully curated and highly controlled.
Social media and public forums have quickly reacted to Platell’s commentary, with some praising Kate’s assertiveness and others criticizing the dramatization of royal family conflicts. Regardless, the sentiment in Platell’s piece reflects a broader narrative: the monarchy is evolving, and those who navigate it with skill and decisiveness — like Kate — are emerging as central figures in its modern incarnation.
Platell concludes her column by hinting at what might come next. While she does not provide explicit details, she implies that Kate’s strategic positioning is only the beginning. Observers might expect more carefully orchestrated public appearances, selective charitable engagements, and subtle assertion of influence over family and public perception. In Platell’s view, the Duchess’s actions are part of a broader pattern of calculated moves that ensure she and her children remain at the heart of the royal narrative, even amid scandal and uncertainty.
Ultimately, the column presents a picture of a modern monarchy navigating complex personal and public challenges. Kate emerges as a commanding figure, balancing grace with authority, while Prince Andrew becomes an increasingly sidelined presence. As Platell’s commentary makes clear, the royal chessboard is in play, and Kate’s next move could very well define the public perception of the monarchy for years to come.
