Court Records Bring New, Unwanted Attention to Rich and Famous in Jeffrey Epstein’s Social Circle
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The release of previously sealed court documents has brought renewed attention to the rich and famous in Jeffrey Epstein’s social circle. Epstein, a millionaire and convicted pedophile, associated with world elites, including politicians, academics, celebrities, and philanthropists, before his suicide in 2019 while facing sex-trafficking charges. His girlfriend, Ghislaine Maxwell, is currently serving a 20-year sentence for aiding in the abuse of Epstein’s victims.
The documents include testimonies from Epstein’s victims, employees, Virginia Giuffre (one of Epstein’s accusers), and Maxwell. They mention several high-profile individuals, though many have never been accused of wrongdoing and have been subject to conspiracy theories. Some, however, have faced allegations, notably by Giuffre, of involvement in illicit sex.
Key figures mentioned in the documents include:
- Jean-Luc Brunel: A French modeling agent and Epstein’s close friend, who killed himself in 2022 while facing rape charges. Giuffre accused Brunel of using modeling work as a lure for sexual encounters, including minors.
- Leslie Wexner: The retail magnate behind Victoria’s Secret, with fleeting references in the records. Wexner, who had Epstein manage his money, distanced himself following Epstein’s legal troubles.
- Alan Dershowitz: A former Epstein attorney and law professor, long accused by Giuffre of abuse, which she withdrew in 2022, acknowledging a possible mistake in identification.
- Prince Andrew: Accused by Giuffre of having sex with her at Maxwell’s behest when she was 17. The Prince denied the claims, and the lawsuit was settled without going to trial.
- Bill Clinton: Mentioned for his association with Epstein, including flying on Epstein’s jet. Clinton has not been accused of wrongdoing by Epstein’s victims and has distanced himself from Epstein.
- Donald Trump: Briefly mentioned, with no accusations of misconduct. He socialized with Epstein but had a falling out long before Epstein’s legal issues.
- Stephen Hawking: Included in a single reference, debunking a baseless claim of involvement in illicit activities.
- Glenn Dubin: Accused by Giuffre of being pressured into sex with him, which he denies.
- Bill Richardson: Former U.S. ambassador and New Mexico Gov., claimed by Giuffre to have been pressured into sex with him, which he denied before his death.
- George Mitchell: Former U.S. Senator, also accused by Giuffre and denied ever meeting her.
The unsealed documents provide a more detailed insight into the allegations and associations surrounding Epstein and his high-profile connections. They highlight the extent of Epstein’s network and the alleged involvement of various individuals, though many mentioned in the documents have not been formally accused or found guilty of any related crimes.
