Andrew Mountbatten Windsor flew to New York with the intention of ending his association with Jeffrey Epstein, but newly revealed emails tell a different story.
The ex-prince had stated that his visit to Epstein’s lavish Manhattan residence in 2010 was to personally terminate their friendship, as he believed it was the honorable approach. He expressed to the BBC that a face-to-face conversation was necessary rather than a phone call, as it would have been an evasion of responsibility.
Andrew refuted claims of being the center of attention at a party celebrating Epstein’s release, clarifying that it was a small dinner gathering. He admitted regretting staying at Epstein’s residence, explaining it was a convenient accommodation choice with other commitments in New York. Andrew asserted ignorance about other visitors to the property during his stay.
However, fresh emails from the latest ‘Epstein files’ shed light on the visit, revealing that Andrew spent nine days at the property. The correspondence implies a high level of hospitality from Epstein towards Andrew, providing services like a driver and arranging skincare treatments during the stay.
Photographs from the visit caused a worldwide stir, although Andrew claimed to have met Epstein only thrice during the trip. Details from the files provide insights into the activities and interactions during the nine-day period.
Bank records showed Epstein’s significant financial transactions on the day Andrew arrived in New York. The correspondence between Epstein and various contacts shed light on the events, arrangements, and discussions that took place during Andrew’s stay.
The released emails also indicated ongoing communication and planning between Epstein, Andrew, and other individuals, suggesting a continued relationship after the New York visit. Andrew has not addressed the recent revelations from the Epstein files but has previously denied any wrongdoing.
