Prince Andrew, Duke of York

Prince Andrew, the Duke of York, is a member of the British royal family and the second son of Queen Elizabeth II. Born on February 19, 1960, he served in the Royal Navy and saw active duty during the Falklands War in 1982. Once known for his charm and military service, Andrew's reputation has since been marred by his connections to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, leading to his removal from royal duties and public life. Despite his controversies, he has maintained some international connections, including a yearly tradition of sending birthday letters to Chinese President Xi Jinping as part of his initiative to support entrepreneurship in China. Andrew's standing within the royal family has diminished significantly in recent years, and he has been largely sidelined from royal engagements.