Sarah Ferguson Considering Move to Australia to Escape Epstein Scandal Fallout
After facing relentless scrutiny and judgment in Britain following her connection to the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, Sarah Ferguson is reportedly considering a move to Australia in search of a fresh start and some much-needed privacy.
A source close to Ferguson revealed, “Staying in Britain keeps pulling Sarah back into the same cycle of headlines and judgment. But Australia represents a chance to step outside that narrative, regain a degree of privacy, and live without constant examination.”
The Duchess of York has experienced a sense of isolation in recent times, exacerbated by professional setbacks such as losing patronage of several charities and being stripped of her royal title. The once vibrant social world she was a part of has now dwindled, leaving her feeling adrift.
Despite the allure of a new beginning in Australia, Ferguson is grappling with the emotional toll of potentially being separated from her daughters, Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie, and her grandchildren. A source shared, “Sarah feels torn. Her identity now is bound up with her daughters and grandchildren, and the idea of putting an ocean between them is genuinely painful.”
While Ferguson cherishes her role as a grandmother, she also yearns to escape the confines of a country where she feels diminished. A palace aide acknowledged, “Sarah understands the cost of distance from her family and does not take it lightly. At the same time, there is a growing belief that protecting her own wellbeing has to come first if she is to get through this.”
Currently remaining in Britain, Ferguson is seeking solace in her sister’s support and a close-knit inner circle. Whether she ultimately decides to join her sister in Australia or opt for a quieter life closer to home, those close to her emphasize that her focus has shifted.
“Status and trappings are no longer the point. What Sarah wants is a place where she can exist quietly, without feeling pursued by old controversies,” a source revealed.

