Newly disclosed correspondence has shed light on the extent of the relationship between the Duchess of York and the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. According to the communications, the Duchess reportedly visited Epstein in New York shortly after his 2009 release from prison, accompanied by her two daughters.
The messages indicate that Epstein provided financial support to the Duchess over many years, a detail that reportedly went beyond a previously acknowledged sum. In one instance, she is said to have requested a substantial loan for personal expenses. The correspondence also suggests Epstein expressed frustration over unpaid debts and that he assisted in preparing for a major television interview in the mid-1990s.
This development coincides with separate, ongoing scrutiny of royal finances. The Duke of York’s residency at a royal property is under examination, with questions raised about the funding for its maintenance following the cessation of his official allowance. The lease agreement for the property, secured years ago, involves a nominal rent, with significant renovation costs having been treated as advanced payments.
While the Duke has faced professional repercussions due to his association with Epstein, his former wife has reportedly maintained a stance of support. Their daughters’ positions and titles, held by birthright, are understood to be unaffected by these matters.
The revelations contribute to the complex narrative surrounding the late financier’s network and continue to prompt questions about the intersections of personal relationships and financial arrangements.
