Sarah Ferguson is said to be leaning on her inner circle as scrutiny over her past connection to Jeffrey Epstein continues to intensify. According to royal insiders, the former Duchess of York has been spending many evenings in The Doghouse — a private bar tucked behind Royal Lodge in Windsor Great Park — where she relaxes with trusted friends and staff.
One source told reporters that Fergie has been using the space as a refuge from the mounting turmoil in her life. “Sarah is spending quite a lot of evenings in The Doghouse,” the insider said. “She drinks there with friends and staff to escape everything that’s going on. While she’s there, she often asks for advice on what to do next.”
The pressure has only grown since her ex-husband, Prince Andrew, lost his royal titles and is reportedly being asked to leave Royal Lodge — the couple’s longtime 30-room home — due to his own controversial ties to Epstein. Royal commentator Phil Dampier has even suggested that Ferguson is “on the brink of a breakdown” as the couple faces the prospect of moving out.
Amid the upheaval, Radar Online reports that Ferguson is quietly planning a major reinvention. She is said to be exploring a new public role as a women’s empowerment speaker, potentially paving the way for a wider comeback.
