Emails involving Ghislaine Maxwell also reference Andrew, including discussions about whether he should spend time with Sarah Ferguson and their children at a Spanish resort instead of visiting Epstein’s private island. Andrew continues to deny all allegations.
Other royals named and what the references mean
Sarah Ferguson is mentioned several times in the files. Documents include Epstein requesting help drafting a public statement on her behalf in 2011. At the time, she publicly expressed regret over her association with him and apologised for accepting money from him. Later emails show her referring to Epstein as a dear friend, which her representatives claim was part of an attempt to defuse a defamation threat. Ferguson has said she cut off contact once the scale of Epstein’s crimes became clear.
Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie are referenced only peripherally. Emails show their father sending photographs of them to Epstein between 2011 and 2012, including holiday images and charity activities. Another message from Ferguson appears to invite Epstein to Andrew’s 50th birthday party. The sisters themselves were minors at the time of Epstein’s crimes and are not accused of any wrongdoing.
The files also mention Mette-Marit, Crown Princess of Norway, extensively. Norwegian media report that she appears more than 1,000 times in correspondence dating from 2011 to 2014. Emails show friendly language between her and Epstein long after his conviction. Following the release, she issued a statement acknowledging poor judgment and expressing regret for any contact with him.
Queen Camilla and Princess Diana are also named, though authorities stress that these references do not suggest personal relationships or misconduct. In Diana’s case, mentions appear to stem from articles or third party accounts, with no solid evidence confirming direct contact.
As with all names in the documents, officials emphasise that inclusion alone does not equal guilt. Still, the scale of the material and the prominence of those mentioned ensure the Epstein files will remain under intense public scrutiny for some time.
