The latest release of documents from the Jeffrey Epstein case has unveiled a series of emails between convicted sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell and an individual referred to as 'The Invisible Man', with strong indications pointing towards Prince Andrew, the Duke of York. Among the three million pages of FBI records, correspondence, and images made public this afternoon, one particularly striking exchange includes Maxwell making a risqué joke about 'five stunning red heads' having to 'play with ourselves'. This follows a delay of several weeks in the document release, which forms part of the ongoing 'Epstein files' investigation in the United States.
Email Exchanges Suggest Royal Connection
In the email chain, Maxwell addresses the recipient as 'Andrew' and mentions his former wife, Sarah Ferguson, leading to widespread speculation that 'The Invisible Man' is indeed Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. Previous emails from the same account have referenced having a valet and being at Balmoral, further cementing the royal link. The correspondence, dated from 2002 to 2003, covers topics ranging from holiday plans to personal frustrations, painting a picture of a close and informal relationship.
The 'Red Heads' Remark and Context
On August 25, 2002, after 'The Invisible Man' confirmed he would not be visiting an island, Maxwell replied with the now-notable line: 'No problem, (redacted), who is now coming and 5 other stunning red heads will all just have to play with ourselves.' This email, signed off with a casual tone, is part of a broader discussion where Maxwell expresses understanding for Andrew's desire to spend time with his family, yet the joke adds a layer of innuendo to their interactions.
In another email from March 2002, Maxwell refers to the recipient as 'sweat pea' and offers condolences following the Queen Mother's death, highlighting the personal nature of their bond. The response, signed 'A xxx', aligns with previous disclosures where emails from Balmoral were signed 'A', asking Maxwell for 'inappropriate friends'. These details contribute to the mounting scrutiny over Prince Andrew's associations with Epstein and Maxwell.
Broader Implications and Historical Allegations
Prince Andrew has long faced allegations of sexual assault involving Virginia Giuffre, a teenager trafficked by Epstein, claims he vehemently denies. In 2022, he settled a civil sexual assault case with Ms Giuffre for millions, though he maintains they never met. The release of these documents, including emails where 'The Invisible Man' jokes about 'super sperm' in a message about children, adds to the public and legal pressure on the royal figure.
Following a controversial BBC Newsnight interview in 2019, Andrew stepped down from royal duties, and the King later stripped him of his HRH style and prince title. The Epstein files, which also include references to Andrew inviting Epstein to Buckingham Palace with promises of 'privacy', continue to fuel debates about accountability and transparency within the monarchy.
Document Details and Release Timeline
The documents, part of a tranche delayed by weeks, contain over three million items related to Epstein's estate, offering unprecedented insight into his network. Epstein, a financier convicted of sex trafficking, was found dead in his Manhattan jail cell in 2019, with his death ruled a suicide. The ongoing release of these files underscores the global interest in uncovering the full extent of his crimes and the complicity of high-profile associates.
As more information surfaces, the emails between Maxwell and 'Andrew' serve as a poignant reminder of the complex web of relationships that defined Epstein's circle, with potential ramifications for royal and legal proceedings in the United Kingdom and beyond.
