Sarah Ferguson: Apology Then Continued Contact
The Duchess of York publicly acknowledged and apologized in 2011 after it emerged that Epstein had paid off a portion of her debts. However, records in the files reveal that just two months after her public apology, she was still in contact with Epstein — reportedly seeking his advice on how to discuss their relationship during a potential appearance on Oprah Winfrey's show.
Important Disclaimer: Being referenced in these documents does not imply guilt or criminal conduct. Many documents contain unverified claims, secondhand allegations, and tip line submissions. All individuals discussed above have denied wrongdoing in connection with Epstein, and the DOJ has stated the files "may include fake or falsely submitted images, documents or videos." These references are from publicly available records released by the U.S. Department of Justice.