Undisclosed Child Emerges in Latest Epstein Document Release
Previously unknown communications indicate Jeffrey Epstein fathered a child in 2011, approximately two years following his release from incarceration for soliciting minors. The child’s existence surfaced in recently unsealed correspondence from Sarah Ferguson, former Duchess of York, who referenced Epstein’s newborn son in a September 2011 message.
Royal Connection Reveals Paternity
In correspondence made public this week, Ferguson wrote to Epstein: “Don’t know if you’re still on this bbm [BlackBerry Messenger] but have heard from The Duke that you have had a baby boy.” The message, dated September 21, 2011, appears to reference Prince Andrew, Ferguson’s former husband.
Despite offering “love, friendship and congratulations,” Ferguson’s message contained pointed remarks about Epstein’s previous lack of communication. The financier, who died in 2019 while awaiting trial on federal sex trafficking charges, never publicly acknowledged having children during his lifetime.
Legal Implications for Estate
This revelation raises questions about Epstein’s estate, which was primarily bequeathed to his final partner Karyna Shuliak following amendments to his will shortly before his death. Legal documents indicate over 100 individuals previously came forward with potential paternity claims, though most were dismissed during preliminary assessments.
Harvey Morse of Morse Genealogical Services commented in 2020: “Given Epstein’s extensive sexual history, there’s significant possibility he fathered children who could potentially have inheritance claims.”
Additional Revelations from Document Release
The latest document disclosure includes previously unseen footage featuring Epstein describing himself as a “tier one” sexual predator during an undisclosed interview. When questioned whether his wealth constituted “dirty money,” Epstein defended his earnings as legitimate, citing philanthropic contributions to polio eradication efforts.
Security analysts reviewing the files suggest Epstein’s operations may have extended beyond personal misconduct. Documents referencing Russian President Vladimir Putin and Moscow appear alongside claims from intelligence sources that Epstein facilitated “the world’s largest honeytrap operation” potentially benefiting foreign intelligence agencies.
International Intelligence Connections
Approximately 9,600 documents reference Moscow, with some indicating Epstein secured meetings with Putin following his 2008 conviction. Security sources speculate Epstein’s apparent connections to Russian intelligence may explain discrepancies between his documented career and extravagant lifestyle.
The document cache also contains allegations regarding Epstein’s introduction to espionage through business dealings with late media mogul Robert Maxwell, whose daughter Ghislaine Maxwell is currently serving a 20-year sentence for her involvement in Epstein’s trafficking network.
Epstein died in his prison cell in 2019 under circumstances officially ruled as suicide, though some relatives contest this finding. The ongoing release of documents continues to generate new questions about the extent of his international connections and criminal operations.

