Images and emails tying high-profile celebrities to Jeffrey Epstein have been released after the final batch of the Epstein files was shared last Friday (30 January).
More than three million documents were published relating to the disgraced paedophile financier, including photos and email exchanges linking a number of famous faces and celebrities to Epstein, who died by suicide in 2019 while awaiting his sex-trafficking trial.
Speaking on Friday, Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche said: "Today's release marks the end of a very comprehensive document identification and review process to ensure transparency to the American people and compliance."
Democrats have since claimed there are more files, documents and photos to be made public, with US Representative Robert Garcia saying: "Donald Trump and his Department of Justice have now made it clear that they intend to withhold roughly 50% of the Epstein files, while claiming to have fully complied with the law. This is outrageous and incredibly concerning.
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"The oversight committee subpoena directs Pam Bondi to release all the files to the committee, while protecting survivors."
Here is a list of some of the most well-known names mentioned in the latest release. Being named in the files does not, on its own, indicate wrongdoing.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly Prince Andrew, Duke of York, has long faced scrutiny over his ties to Epstein.
Andrew has faced allegations, which he strenuously denies, that he sexually assaulted a teenage Virginia Giuffre after she was trafficked by Epstein.
He paid millions to Giuffre, who died by suicide in April last year, a woman he claims never to have met, to settle a civil sexual assault claim in 2022.
Despite those denials, King Charles III stripped him of his remaining royal titles late last year, including his status as prince and Duke of York.
Andrew’s name appears hundreds of times in the latest document release, including in Epstein’s private emails.
Photos appear to show Andrew crouched on all fours over an unidentified woman. The undated images have no caption, but appear to show the former duke touching the woman’s abdomen. It is not known where they were taken.
Elsewhere in the document release, an email exchange between Epstein and a contact who signs off as 'A' and 'HRH The Duke of York' discuss the latter meeting with a 'beautiful' Russian woman.
In 2010, the same contact - known as 'The Duke' - appears to invite Epstein to Buckingham Palace.
This conversation took place two years after Epstein pleaded guilty to soliciting a minor for prostitution, for which he served 13 months in a jail work-release programme.
In a different set of emails, British socialite Ghislaine Maxwell, who is currently serving a 20-year sentence behind bars, agreed that 'Andrew' should choose to spend time with 'Sarah and the kids' in an exclusive Spanish resort instead of visiting 'the Island' where there would be '5 stunning red heads'.
The exchange is between Maxwell and an address named 'The Invisible Man' in August 2002.
In September 2010, Epstein wrote that he was in London and 'The Duke' replied: "I am just departing Scotland should be down by 1800.
"I’ll ring you when I get down if you can give me a number to ring.
"Alternatively we could have dinner at Buckingham Palace and lots of privacy."
Another email shows Epstein was invited to Andrew’s 50th birthday party at St James’s Palace in 2010.
Epstein declined the invite, writing back 'not able' to the invitation from Andrew’s then-private secretary, Amanda Thirsk, on behalf of Andrew’s former wife.
Sarah Ferguson
Andrew's ex-wife Sarah Ferguson was also mentioned in the documents multiple times.
In March 2011, the paedophile financier asked publicist Mike Sitrick to 'draft a statement that in an ideal world Fergie would put out', days after Sarah told the Evening Standard she had 'deep regret' over her ties with Epstein.
In the interview with the newspaper, Sarah had apologised for accepting £15,000 from Epstein, saying: "I abhor paedophilia and any sexual abuse of children."
The following month, 'Sarah' emailed Epstein saying she 'did not' and 'would not' call him a 'P' and that she had acted to 'protect my own brand'.
Epstein told others that 'Fergie said she could organise tea in Buckingham Palace apts.. or Windsor Castle' in 2009.
In April 2009, 'Sarah' emailed Epstein, calling him 'my dear spectacular and special friend Jeffrey' and a 'legend', adding that she is 'so proud' of him.
Sarah later thanked Epstein for 'being the brother I have always wished for' and that she has 'never been more touched by a friends [sic] kindness' via email in August 2009.
In July 2010, Epstein asked 'Sarah' if there was 'any chance of your daughters saying hello' to an unnamed person whilst they were in London.
'Sarah' replied, saying: "Beatrice is in London with her father. Eugie is away with a cool boyfriend."
The documents also show Epstein received and sent multiple news articles related to the former couple and Sarah’s finances.
Peter Mandelson
Documents from the release appear to show Lord Peter Mandelson suggesting to Epstein in 2009 that he would lobby the UK government over the matter of bankers’ bonuses.
The British Labour politician and political strategist served as the UK Ambassador to the United States from February 2025 until he was sacked in September 2025 following revelations about his past links to Jeffrey Epstein.
An email dated December 15, 2009, which appears to be from Epstein, reads: "Any real chance of making the tax only on the cash portion of the bankers bonus."
The reply, apparently from Lord Mandelson, reads: "Trying hard to amend as I explained to Jes last night. Treasury digging in but I am on case."
The emails suggest the peer, then business secretary, was prepared to lobby the government over the so-called 'super tax' introduced in early December 2009, by then-chancellor Alistair Darling, to clamp down on bank profits being used to pay large bonuses for bankers in the wake of the financial crisis.
Meanwhile, bank statements appear to show the peer received $75,000 from Epstein over a period between 2003 and 2004, when he was a Labour MP.
Mandelson said he did not recall ever receiving the payments and questioned their authenticity.
Mandelson said he had written on Sunday evening (1 February) to Hollie Ridley, general secretary of the Labour Party, to say he was stepping down from his party membership.
In his letter, he said: "I have been further linked this weekend to the understandable furore surrounding Jeffrey Epstein and I feel regretful and sorry about this.
"Allegations which I believe to be false that he made financial payments to me 20 years ago, and of which I have no record or recollection, need investigating by me.
"While doing this I do not wish to cause further embarrassment to the Labour Party and I am therefore stepping down from membership of the party."
He added: "I want to take this opportunity to repeat my apology to the women and girls whose voices should have been heard long before now.
"I have dedicated my life to the values and success of the Labour Party and in taking my decision, I believe I am acting in its best interests."
Elon Musk
One document shows what appears to be an email thread between Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Epstein.
In the exchange, the pair discussed Musk possibly visiting Little Saint James, Epstein’s island.
Writing to Epstein in December 2013, Musk asked: "Will be in the BVI/St Bart's area over the holidays. Is there a good time to visit?"
Epstein then said: "Any day 1st-8th. Play it by ear if you want. Always space for you... The 2 or 3 would be perfect. I will come and get you."
Epstein then informed Musk he would need to remain in New York, writing: "Bad news - Unfortunately , my schedule will keep me in New York. I was really looking forward to finally spending some time together with just fun as the agenda. so i am very disappointed. Hopefully we can schedule another time in the near future."
In November, 2012, Epstein emailed Musk asking him 'how many people will you be for the heli to island'.
"Probably just Talulah [Riley] and me. What day/night will be the wildest party on your island?" Musk replied, later adding: "Do you have any parties planned? I’ve been working to the edge of sanity this year and so, once my kids head home after Christmas, I really want to hit the party scene in St Barts or elsewhere and let loose. The invitation is much appreciated, but a peaceful island experience is the opposite of what I’m looking for."
Epstein replied: "Understood, I will see you on st Barth, the ratio on my island might make Talulah uncomfortable."
"Ratio is not a problem for Talulah," Musk said in response.
Musk and St Trinian's star Riley were married from 2010 to 2012
Musk has since taken to X to respond to the latest files, writing: "No one pushed harder than me to have the Epstein files released and I’m glad that has finally happened.
"I had very little correspondence with Epstein and declined repeated invitations to go to his island or fly on his 'Lolita Express', but was well aware that some email correspondence with him could be misinterpreted and used by detractors to smear my name.
"I don’t care about that, but what I do care about is that we at least attempt to prosecute those who committed serious crimes with Epstein, especially regarding heinous exploitation of underage girls."
Richard Branson
The Virgin Group billionaire Richard Branson exchanged numerous emails with Epstein, including a 2013 invitation for Epstein to visit Branson’s private island.
"Any time you're in the area would love to see you," he wrote. "As long as you bring your harem!"
In another message that year, Branson suggested Epstein rehabilitate his image by persuading Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates to publicly praise how Epstein had 'been a brilliant adviser to him' and had 'more than learnt your lesson and have done nothing that's against the law since'.
The Virgin Group issued a statement on Saturday (31 January) saying that there was no wrongdoing on Branson's part and that any exchanges with Epstein were 'limited to group or business setting' more than a decade ago.
The company added that Branson declined a charitable donation and cut off contact after his team 'uncovered serious allegations'.
"Had they had the full picture and information, there would have been no contact whatsoever," the statement reads. "Richard believes that Epstein's actions were abhorrent and supports the right to justice for his many victims."
Donald Trump
US President Donald Trump is also mentioned in the files, in a list compiled by the FBI of allegations made against the president.
The BBC reports that many of these appear to be unverified and without evidence.
The documents give little new detail about his relationship with Epstein with many entries involving shared news articles, political commentary and gossip.
Both the White House and the Justice Department have pointed to a comment released alongside the new release of files.
"Some of the documents contain untrue and sensationalist claims against President Trump that were submitted to the FBI right before the 2020 election," the Justice Department explained.
"To be clear, the claims are unfounded and false, and if they have a shred of credibility, they certainly would have been weaponised against President Trump already."
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche added on Sunday (1 February) that the FBI fielded 'hundreds of calls' about prominent individuals that were 'quickly determined to not be credible'.
Trump, who socialised and partied with Epstein in the 1990s and 2000s before their fallout, has continuously denied any wrongdoing or any knowledge of Epstein's crimes.
Bill Gates
One shocking claim in the latest release saw Epstein allege that Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates 'caught a sexually transmitted disease' after sleeping with 'Russian girls'.
In one document, Epstein wrote a memo to himself that set out several allegations, including a claim that Gates had asked for antibiotics to be given to his then wife, Melinda, without her knowledge.
In an email dated July 18, 2013, Epstein wrote: "To add insult to the injury you them [sic] implore me to please delete the emails regarding your std, your request that I provide you antibiotics that you can surreptitiously give to Melinda and the description of your penis."
Epstein also sent a separate email an hour earlier, suggesting he was resigning from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
"From helping Bill to get drugs, in order to deal with consequences of sex with russian girls, to facilitating his illicit trysts, with married women, to being asked to provide adderall fro [sic] bridge tournamnts [sic]," he wrote.
A spokesperson for Gates has categorically denied the claims, telling LADbible in a statement: "These claims are absolutely absurd and completely false.
"The only thing these documents demonstrate is Epstein’s frustration that he did not have an ongoing relationship with Gates and the lengths he would go to entrap and defame.”
Other notable names
Rush Hour director Brett Ratner, who also directed a new documentary about US First Lady Melania Trump, appears to be embracing a young woman in images released by the US Department of Justice.
Ratner is shown sitting on a sofa beside Epstein and two women whose identities have been obscured. The timing of the images is unclear, though they appear to have been taken at the same location as photos of Ratner, Epstein and the late modelling agent Jean-Luc Brunel released in December. The files indicate no wrongdoing.
Steven Tisch, co-owner of the New York Giants, appears more than 400 times in the files in emails where Epstein offered to connect him with women.
Casey Wasserman, president of the LA 2028 Olympics committee, exchanged flirtatious emails with Ghislaine Maxwell in the early 2000s.
Ehud Barak, former Israeli prime minister, remained in contact with Epstein after his 2008 conviction, including visits to his New York home and flights on his plane.
Larry Summers, former US Treasury secretary and ex-Harvard president, is referenced in records detailing frequent meetings and later correspondence with Epstein.
Howard Lutnick, Trump’s commerce secretary, appears in records showing he accepted a 2012 invitation to Epstein’s island with his family.
Sergey Brin, Google co-founder, is mentioned in emails planning meetings with Epstein and Maxwell before Epstein’s public accusations.
Steve Bannon, former Trump adviser, exchanged hundreds of messages with Epstein about politics and a proposed documentary.
Miroslav Lajcak, a Slovak national security adviser, resigned after emails showed past diplomatic contact with Epstein.
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Rhiannon Ingle