Prince Andrew Faces Renewed Fire as Virginia Giuffre’s Brother Delivers Emotional Testimony in Epstein Hearing
Washington/Palm Beach, May 2026 — In a packed hearing room in West Palm Beach, Florida, the brother of the late Virginia Giuffre stood up, his voice trembling with barely contained rage, and unleashed a series of explosive accusations against Prince Andrew, formerly of the British royal family. The dramatic moment unfolded during a high-stakes field hearing convened by House Democrats on the Oversight Committee, probing the lingering questions surrounding Jeffrey Epstein’s sex-trafficking network and the controversial plea deals that allowed it to persist.
Sky Roberts, younger brother of Virginia Giuffre, did not mince words. Recounting his sister’s experiences, he directly referenced longstanding allegations that she had been trafficked to Prince Andrew. The testimony sent visible shockwaves through the chamber, with some attendees visibly moved as Roberts fought back tears while invoking his sister’s own sworn statements.
Giuffre, who died by suicide in Australia in April 2025 at the age of 41, was one of the most prominent survivors and accusers in the Epstein case. She had claimed she was recruited at age 16 near Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort and subsequently trafficked to high-profile figures, including Andrew. A now-infamous 2001 photograph showing Giuffre with Maxwell and the then-Prince Andrew has become a symbol of the scandal.
The hearing, held close to Epstein’s former waterfront mansion — described by some as “the scene of the crime” — aimed to examine how the financier secured a lenient 2008 plea deal in Palm Beach County and whether powerful enablers escaped accountability. Democrats leading the session, including Ranking Member Rep. Robert Garcia, emphasized the need for transparency and justice for survivors.
Roberts’ intervention brought a deeply personal dimension to the proceedings. “She slept with Prince Andrew,” he stated, echoing his sister’s previous public claims. He described the lasting trauma his family endured and questioned why figures of influence, including the British royal, had not faced more rigorous scrutiny in the United States.
Prince Andrew has consistently and vigorously denied all allegations of sexual misconduct. In 2022, he reached an out-of-court financial settlement with Giuffre, reportedly worth millions, without admitting liability. He stepped back from public royal duties in 2019 amid the scandal and lost his HRH style and military titles in 2022. Buckingham Palace has maintained that the matter is closed.
Legal experts following the case note that while civil settlements do not equate to criminal guilt, the political pressure is mounting. Democratic lawmakers have previously called for Andrew to testify before Congress. The latest hearing adds to a growing chorus demanding greater accountability.
The session also featured testimony from other Epstein survivors, attorneys, and experts. They highlighted systemic failures in law enforcement and intelligence agencies that allegedly allowed Epstein to operate for years despite known red flags. Questions remain about the full scope of his network and whether foreign intelligence ties, particularly through Ghislaine Maxwell — currently serving a 20-year sentence — played a role.
For the Giuffre family, the hearing represents both catharsis and frustration. Roberts has been vocal in recent months, praising some British efforts while criticizing the slower pace of U.S. investigations. He and other family members have pushed for “Virginia’s Law” to remove statute of limitations barriers for sexual violence survivors.
Critics of the hearing argue it is politically motivated, occurring in a charged partisan environment. Supporters counter that Epstein’s web of influence transcended politics and touched elites across continents — from billionaires and academics to royalty and politicians.
As the dust settles on this latest chapter, the central question lingers: Will these renewed, emotionally charged claims finally force Prince Andrew into a more formal reckoning, perhaps even compelling him to appear before U.S. lawmakers? Or will the walls of privilege and legal technicalities hold firm once more?
The British royal family has so far remained silent on the specific testimony. Meanwhile, victim advocates say the hearing keeps critical spotlight on unfinished business in one of the most disturbing scandals of the 21st century.
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