Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's alleged disgraceful behaviour has caused shockwaves around the world. Royal author Andrew Lownie has made fresh allegations about the former Duke of York's conduct towards flight attendants.
Alleged incident on a plane
During an appearance on the Daily Expresso talk show, Mr Lownie claimed that Prince Andrew greeted an air hostess on a plane by grabbing her and grinding himself on her as he got on board. Lownie, who wrote the book Entitled: The Rise and Fall of the House of York, also revealed he is aware of similar incidents involving yoga instructors.
Speaking to host JJ Anisiobi, Mr Lownie said: "Andrew greets an air hostess on a plane, swings her around and basically grinds himself into her behind. I've got stories like that with yoga instructors, a whole series of people. Often with people around him. He's completely shameless."
Further shocking claims
In the updated paperback version of his book, Mr Lownie details another incident on a plane where Andrew allegedly shoved a bottle of water down his trousers to warm it up in front of an air hostess after complaining the drink was too cold.
Under a subheading titled 'Strange Behaviour', Mr Lownie writes: "Andrew's strange behaviour has affected so many people. A stewardess on a first-class British Airways flight to New York in 2010 recalls that, after he requested a bottle of water, he complained it was too cold. She apologised and said all the water was in the chiller, so he undid his flies, shoved the bottle of water down his trousers and said: 'This will warm it up'."
Andrew's response
Prince Andrew has been contacted for comment. He has always vehemently denied wrongdoing and remains under investigation for suspicion of misconduct in public office. Last month, a member of his staff recalled a conversation where Andrew said he has been "completely misunderstood" and described the last few months as "the most distressing experience of my life". He is hopeful that "one day the naked truth will finally let out".
