A massive document release is peeling back the curtain on Jeffrey Epstein’s dark past - and the names tied to it.
On 12 November, the US House Oversight Committee released over 20,000 pages connected to Epstein’s sex trafficking crimes. These documents include everything from flight logs and court records to private emails. And more are on the way. After a Senate vote on 18 November, the Justice Department is now required to release even more investigative files by December 19.
The still-sealed material reportedly includes 40 computers, 26 storage drives, 70 CDs, and six recording devices - adding up to nearly 300 gigabytes of potential evidence. Authorities also cataloged 60 physical items, including records of visitors to Epstein’s private island, a site tied to his abuse of underage girls.
Royal figures and political heavyweights take center stage
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly Prince Andrew, is the most frequently named person in the released documents, with his name appearing 173 times. He has “ceaselessly denied allegations of abuse,” including Virginia Giuffre’s claims that he had sex with her on three occasions when she was underage. Andrew’s royal titles were removed after the accusations became public.
His ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson, is referenced nine times, including in emails where she called Epstein a “dear friend.” As a result, she lost her Duchess of York title. Queen Camilla is also named nine times, though officials do not believe this suggests a personal relationship with Epstein.
Princess Diana is mentioned 14 times, but again, there’s no suggestion of any direct connection. Nigel Farage appears 18 times in email discussions between Epstein and Steve Bannon. Still, no link between Farage and Epstein has been confirmed. Three former UK Prime Ministers - Tony Blair, Gordon Brown, and David Cameron - also appear in the files, though only in broader political contexts.
Across the Atlantic, US names are just as high-profile. Former President Bill Clinton is listed, along with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and ex-Treasury Secretary Larry Summers. Donald Trump stands out, mentioned around 1,500 times, mainly in media coverage starting from his 2016 campaign. Trump has denied any wrongdoing and says he cut ties with Epstein in the early 2000s. His ex-wife Marla Maples and daughter Tiffany are both found in flight records.
Stars from music, film, and fashion also appear
Sir Elton John shows up eight times, with mentions linked to Epstein’s shared articles rather than any known interaction. Mick Jagger appears nine times, and Michael Jackson is included in Epstein’s personal book. Other entertainers listed include Courtney Love, Adele, and Chris Tucker.
British actor Colin Firth is named 10 times in connection with a press article sent to Epstein. American television host Piers Morgan and model Naomi Campbell are each mentioned 10 times, with no confirmed link to Epstein’s crimes. David Beckham is referenced nine times, notably in a 2014 conversation about admired athletes.
Stephen Hawking and Richard Dawkins are also included, mentioned 17 and 29 times respectively, though there’s no evidence either man had any relationship with Epstein. Frédéric Fekkai, a celebrity hairstylist, is named in flight logs, along with his son, Alexandra.
Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein’s convicted accomplice, is listed 135 times, while her father, Robert Maxwell, appears 47 times.
Why being named doesn't equal involvement
A celebrity’s name in the Epstein files doesn’t automatically suggest they were involved in his crimes. Some are only mentioned in passing, in media articles or third-party emails. For those accused of misconduct or directly connected - like Maxwell - legal consequences have already followed.
Epstein died by suicide in a New York prison cell on August 10 2019, while awaiting trial without bail.