Even so, the latest batch of documents has reignited public attention on some of the world’s most prominent figures.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor
LONDON, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 16: Prince Andrew, Duke of York and Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York attend the funeral of Katharine, Duchess of Kent at Westminster Cathedral on September 16, 2025 in London, England. Katharine, Duchess of Kent was married to Prince Edward, Duke of Kent, the first cousin of Queen Elizabeth II. She died on September 4 at the age of 92 at Kensington Palace surrounded by her family. Having converted to Catholicism in 1994, her funeral takes place at Westminster Cathedral and is the first Catholic funeral to be held for a member of the royal family in modern British history. Her Royal Highness will be laid to rest at the Royal Burial Ground at Frogmore, Windsor. (Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage)
One of the most frequently discussed names is former Prince Andrew. Over the years, he has repeatedly denied allegations connecting him to Epstein.
Virginia Giuffre, who died by suicide in April 2025, accused Andrew of sexually assaulting her multiple times while she was a minor. The accusations resulted in a civil case that was ultimately settled in 2022, after which Andrew made a payment to Giuffre and avoided further litigation.
Following the publication of her memoir detailing the abuse, Andrew was stripped of his remaining royal titles, including “Prince” and “Duke of York,” and ordered to leave Royal Lodge, his residence with ex-wife Sarah Ferguson.
His name appears hundreds of times in the files. Among the most notable items is a photograph showing Andrew crouched over an unidentified woman. Another involves an email exchange where Epstein and a contact signed “A” and “HRH The Duke of York,” discussing a meeting with a “beautiful” Russian woman. One email even invites Epstein to Buckingham Palace in 2010 — two years after Andrew’s 2008 conviction for soliciting a minor.
Sarah Ferguson
Sarah Ferguson, Andrew’s ex-wife, is also mentioned in the files. Ferguson has said she communicated with Epstein after their friendship had ended, primarily to avoid legal threats.
“I abhor paedophilia and any sexual abuse of children,” Ferguson told the Evening Standard in 2011, noting that she had accepted £15,000 from Epstein.
A 2025 statement from Ferguson’s spokesperson attempted to quell public outrage:
“Like many people, she was taken in by his lies. As soon as she was aware of the extent of the allegations against him, she not only cut off contact but condemned him publicly. The email was sent in the context of advice the Duchess was given to try to assuage Epstein and his threats.”
Beatrice and Eugenie
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The couple’s daughters, Beatrice and Eugenie, were teenagers during Epstein’s crimes. Their names appear in the files, mostly in emails and photographs sent by their father between 2011 and 2012. The images show the princesses playing in the snow, climbing Mount Blanc, or participating in charity events.
One email allegedly sent by Ferguson invites Epstein to Andrew’s 50th birthday at St. James Palace, noting:
“Beatrice, Eugenie, and I would love to invite you…”
Another exchange shows Epstein asking if the girls might “say hello” to an unnamed person at a London event, with Ferguson replying that one was with her father and the other “away with a cool boyfriend.”
Mette-Marit, Crown Princess of Norway
Princess Mette-Marit of Norway. Credit / Shutterstock
Before last Friday, the Norwegian princess’s connections to Epstein were not widely known. Her office confirmed she had met him multiple times between 2011 and 2013, including at his Palm Beach home and in Oslo.
The newly released documents show more than 1,000 mentions of Mette-Marit, including email exchanges with Epstein from 2011 to 2014. In one message, she wrote, “You tickle my brain”; in another, she called him “soft-hearted”; in a third, “such a sweetheart.”
The princess issued a statement on January 31, 2026:
“I showed poor judgment and I deeply regret having had any contact with Epstein. It is simply embarrassing.”
Princess Diana and Queen Camilla
Princess Diana. Credit / Shutterstock
Even the late Princess Diana appears in the files — fourteen times, to be precise. However, there is no verified evidence she had any personal contact with Epstein. Ghislaine Maxwell reportedly claimed in a federal interview that the two met at a London event, though she was unsure if they actually sat together.
Queen Camilla’s name appears nine times in the files. There is no indication of any personal relationship with Epstein, and references are likely to articles or communications Epstein sent to associates.
Context and Caution
The DOJ emphasizes that inclusion in these files does not imply guilt or wrongdoing. Many mentions are incidental, arising from professional, social, or public contexts. Yet the sheer volume of material and the high-profile names involved ensures that public interest remains intense.
The release represents both transparency and a cautionary tale: in an interconnected world, even indirect associations with notorious individuals can carry significant scrutiny.
What do you make of this massive release? Do these files change the way we view Epstein’s connections to the world’s elite, or is it mostly context without proof? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.