The Duchess of York, often known as Fergie, was reportedly deeply distressed after hearing that Andrew had been questioned by police earlier this year. Reports claim the Development left her shaken and overwhelmed.
According to insiders, the 66-year-old reacted emotionally after learning that Andrew had spent around 12 hours at a police station in February. The questioning reportedly related to allegations of misconduct in public office.
The unexpected news is said to have triggered a strong emotional reaction from Ferguson, who remains closely connected to Andrew despite their divorce decades ago.
Friends of the former royal claim the situation has been difficult for her to process, especially because of her long personal history with Andrew.
One insider described the moment she learned about the arrest as deeply upsetting and said the news quickly escalated into a stressful situation for her.
The source said, “Sarah Ferguson has been extremely upset since news of the arrest broke. From her perspective, it suddenly turned a difficult situation into a full-blown crisis.”
Ferguson and Andrew were married in 1986 and later divorced in 1996. Despite the end of their marriage, the pair maintained a close relationship over the years and often described themselves as good friends.
In an arrangement that many found unusual, the two continued to live under the same roof for many years after their separation. They remained residents of the Royal Lodge in Windsor until early February.
Because of this continued closeness, sources say Ferguson has been particularly affected by the recent developments.
The situation reportedly intensified on February 19, when Thames Valley Police arrested Andrew, prompting renewed public scrutiny around individuals connected to the case.
The news also revived attention toward Ferguson’s past associations with a convicted financier, which had previously drawn media coverage.
Despite the growing attention surrounding the case, Ferguson is reportedly prepared to cooperate with authorities if needed.
Sources claim she is willing to provide a statement if investigators request one, although it remains unclear whether she will be formally contacted.
Those close to the former duchess say she is struggling privately as the situation unfolds and feels events have moved far beyond what anyone expected.
According to insiders, Ferguson has largely stayed out of the public eye while dealing with the emotional weight of the situation.
They say she believes the circumstances have spiraled into something much bigger than anyone involved initially imagined, leaving her quietly grappling with the consequences as the story continues to develop.