Epstein files latest: Full l of heavily redacted documents and photos of celebrities released | World News
The US justice department has released thousands of pages of documents and photographs linked to its investigation into the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.The files were published on Friday under a transparency law passed Congress, after months of political pressure. Large sections remain redacted.
Why the files were released
The documents were made public under the Epstein Files Transparency Act, which requires the release of unclassified records linked to Epstein and his longtime associate Ghislaine Maxwell.
Epstein died in jail in 2019 while awaiting trial on federal sex-trafficking charges. Maxwell was convicted in 2021 and is serving a 20-year prison sentence.
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Full l: famous figures in the Epstein files
Below is a l of public figures who are named or pictured in the released material reviewed so far. Appearance in the files does not suggest involvement in Epstein’s crimes.
Former President Bill Clinton
Former US president. Appears in several photographs, including images showing him in a swimming pool and hot tub. Clinton has denied any wrongdoing. In 2019, a spokesperson said he knew “nothing about the terrible crimes” committed Epstein.
This undated, redacted photo released the U.S. Department of Justice shows former President Bill Clinton with an unknown person. (U.S. Department of Justice via AP)
This undated photo released the U.S. Department of Justice shows former President Bill Clinton with a group of unknown people. (U.S. Department of Justice via AP)
This undated, redacted photo released the U.S. Department of Justice shows former President Bill Clinton in a hot tub with an unknown person. (U.S. Department of Justice via AP)
Michael Jackson
Singer. Appears in photographs alongside Epstein and in another image with Bill Clinton and Diana Ross. There is no allegation of wrongdoing linked to the Epstein case.
This undated photo released the U.S. Department of Justice shows Jeffrey Epstein and Michael Jackson. (U.S. Department of Justice via AP)
Mick Jagger
Musician and lead singer of the Rolling Stones. Appears in photographs with Bill Clinton. The BBC has contacted Jagger’s representatives for comment.Story continues below this ad
This undated, redacted photo released the U.S. Department of Justice shows Mick Jagger, left, and former President Bill Clinton, right, with an unknown person. (U.S. Department of Justice via AP)
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor
Formerly known as Prince Andrew. Appears in a photograph alongside Ghislaine Maxwell and several people whose faces are redacted. He has repeatedly denied all wrongdoing in relation to Epstein.
Epstein’s longtime associate. Convicted in 2021 of aiding the sex trafficking of teenage girls and sentenced to 20 years in prison.
Ghislaine Maxwell
This redacted photo released the U.S. Department of Justice shows Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor laying across several people’s laps with Ghislaine Maxwell standing above. (U.S. Department of Justice via AP)
Kevin Spacey
Actor. Appears in photographs with Bill Clinton and Ghislaine Maxwell. Spacey has previously called for all Epstein files to be released.
This undated photo released the U.S. Department of Justice shows Ghislaine Maxwell, third from left, and former President Bill Clinton, far right, with a group of unknown people. (U.S. Department of Justice via AP)
Chris Tucker
Comedian. Appears in photographs with Ghislaine Maxwell, including one taken on an airport runway.Story continues below this ad
Sarah Ferguson
Former Duchess of York. Appears in one of the released photographs.
This undated, redacted photo released the U.S. Department of Justice shows Sarah Ferguson with an unknown woman. (U.S. Department of Justice via AP)
Richard Branson
Another photo shows Sir Richard Branson, who co-founded the Virgin group, alongside Epstein with what appears to be two women, who are redacted, in the background.
Sir Richard Branson seen alongside Jeffrey Epstein in newly-released Epstein files. (Photo: X/@decensorednews)
Walter Cronkite
US broadcast journal. Appears in photographs sitting with Epstein.
Sir Richard Branson seen alongside Jeffrey Epstein in newly-released Epstein files. (Photo: X/@TrumpTexan47)
Phil Collins
Musician. Led in contact records included in the files.
Minnie Driver
Actor. Named in address book-style documents.Story continues below this ad
What the files show and what they do not
The Guardian reports that many images are undated and released without context. Some documents remain hidden to protect victims, avoid interfering with investigations, or prevent the release of abusive material.
Experts say the documents may not provide a full picture of Epstein’s network, despite the scale of the release. More material is expected to be published in the coming weeks.
