- Rank: #10
- Mentions: 360
Prince Andrew appears 360 times in the Epstein files, with mentions largely tied to social events, travel, and personal connections. Emails reveal his presence at private dinners and gatherings organized by Epstein associates, such as a December 2010 dinner planned by Peggy Siegal, which included high-profile guests like Woody Allen, Katie Couric, and Epstein himself.
The correspondence highlights how Epstein hosted influential figures at his New York residence, providing Prince Andrew access to these exclusive circles. While his interactions with Epstein are well-documented, the files themselves do not constitute legal proof of wrongdoing. Nonetheless, the frequency of mentions underscores his repeated appearances in Epstein’s social orbit and the attention paid to him by lawyers and investigators mapping Epstein’s network of elite associates.
- Rank: #9
- Mentions: 437
Ghislaine Maxwell appears 437 times in the Epstein files, and unlike most others on this list, her mentions are tied directly to criminal activity. As Epstein’s close associate and alleged enabler, Maxwell was found guilty of trafficking and other charges related to Epstein’s exploitation of minors. The files document her coordinating travel, managing logistics, and communicating with victims and associates, placing her at the center of Epstein’s operations.
Emails and internal correspondence reveal her organizing schedules, arranging introductions, and facilitating trips that enabled abuse. Maxwell’s high rank in mentions reflects both her operational involvement and the volume of legal and investigative records detailing her role. In short, Maxwell is a pivotal figure whose presence in the documents is both extensive and criminally substantiated, allegedly.
- Rank: #8
- Mentions: 450
Steve Bannon appears 450 times in the Epstein files, primarily in emails and text threads that show him communicating within elite social and business networks, rather than any documented involvement in Epstein’s criminal activities. One series of texts from 2018 highlights Bannon discussing figures like Bernard Arnault, Boris Johnson, and other high-profile contacts, along with financial maneuvers, travel, and political commentary.
The messages are casual, often humorous or cryptic, “LMAO, last night,” “All ya need to know”, illustrating the informal chatter among powerful individuals. While his name recurs, there’s no verified evidence linking Bannon to Epstein’s illegal activities; his mentions largely reflect conversation, planning, and commentary on global elites. In essence, Bannon ranks high for network visibility and frequent discussion, not legal implication as far as we can tell.
- Rank: #7
- Mentions: 514
Bradley Edwards appears 514 times in the Epstein files, reflecting his role as a key attorney and plaintiff in lawsuits against Epstein. Much of his presence in the documents is procedural and legal: Edwards filed claims on behalf of Epstein victims and negotiated settlements, as shown in court filings where claims were amicably resolved or partially dismissed.
One example highlights a case where Edwards’ claims against Epstein were dismissed with prejudice, yet the court retained jurisdiction to enforce settlement terms. Unlike many other high-profile names, Edwards’ mentions are not social or speculative, they are documented legal actions, highlighting his central role in pursuing justice for Epstein’s victims. His ranking illustrates that frequency in the files can stem from active engagement in litigation, not personal association or scandalous behavior.
- Rank: #6
- Mentions: 517
Edward Snowden appears 517 times in the Epstein files, largely in a secondary, contextual role rather than as a participant in Epstein’s activities. One representative email from July 2013 shows an article about Snowden being forwarded to Epstein with a casual “FYI, interesting,” followed by unrelated personal chatter. This pattern repeats across the documents: Snowden’s name surfaces mostly as a reference point in discussions about surveillance, intelligence, and geopolitics, not travel, socializing, or logistics.
There is no evidence in the files placing Snowden in Epstein’s social circle, on flight logs, or at Epstein properties. Instead, his mentions reflect how Epstein and his contacts discussed current events and powerful figures as conversation material. In short, Snowden’s ranking is driven by topical name-dropping and forwarded commentary, not documented interaction or involvement.
- Rank: #5
- Mentions: 661
Barack Obama appears 661 times in the Epstein files, though the context is crucial: there is no verified evidence linking him to Epstein’s crimes, flight logs, or private island. Most mentions relate to peripheral references, emails, political context, or connections through staff like former White House Counsel Kathryn Ruemmler, who had professional contact with Epstein after leaving the Obama administration.
Some files document gifts and correspondence with Ruemmler, but nothing implicates Obama directly. Viral photos and social media claims tying him to Epstein have been debunked as doctored. In short, Obama’s presence in the documents largely reflects indirect connections, misinformation campaigns, and peripheral discussion, not wrongdoing. His mentions underscore how, in a sea of high-profile names, not every frequent reference equates to culpability, some are simply part of the surrounding conversation in the Epstein network.
- Rank: #4
- Mentions: 725
Alan Dershowitz appears 725 times in the Epstein files, reflecting both his professional and social entanglement with Epstein. As a key member of Epstein’s legal team, Dershowitz helped negotiate the controversial 2008 non-prosecution agreement, which allowed Epstein to avoid federal trafficking charges. Beyond legal work, he had a personal relationship with Epstein, attending social events, contributing to Epstein’s 50th birthday book, and visiting Epstein’s properties.
Allegations by Virginia Giuffre and others surfaced in court filings, which Dershowitz has consistently denied; Giuffre later settled without monetary exchange. Emails in the files reveal Epstein sometimes privately disparaged Dershowitz despite their ties. The mentions show Dershowitz at the intersection of law, friendship, and scandal, frequently referenced as both counsel and social associate, highlighting how intertwined legal defense and elite networking were in Epstein’s world.
- Rank: #3
- Mentions: 922
Bill Clinton appears 922 times in the Epstein files, making him the third most mentioned figure. Flight logs, emails, and documents show Clinton traveled multiple times on Epstein’s private jet in 2002 and 2003 for Clinton Foundation work, often with staff and Secret Service detail. While he has consistently denied visiting Epstein’s private island or Florida residence, the files reveal a closer-than-previously-known connection, including photos with Epstein and references to Ghislaine Maxwell facilitating trips.
One heavily redacted note even suggested a “message” with an intimate comment sent to an email associated with Clinton. Clinton has testified before Congress, faced subpoenas, and expressed regret over the association. In short, the files show frequent documented contact, though no criminal charges have been made. His mentions reflect visibility and scrutiny, not adjudicated wrongdoing.
- Rank: #2
- Mentions: 1,827
Donald Trump appears 1,827 times in the Epstein files, placing him second by sheer name frequency. His mentions recur across depositions, background questioning, and internal correspondence, reflecting how often investigators and lawyers circled his name when mapping Epstein’s social world.
One notable email from Epstein to Ghislaine Maxwell in April 2011 frames Trump as “the dog that hasn’t barked,” claiming a victim spent hours with him and that his name had not surfaced publicly or with authorities at that point. The email is revealing not for what it proves, it proves nothing on its own, but for how Epstein discussed risk, silence, and exposure behind the scenes.
As elsewhere in the files, Trump’s prominence reflects repeated discussion and scrutiny, not a legal finding. In these records, frequency signals attention, not adjudication.
- Rank: #1
- Mentions: 5,198
Jeffrey Epstein is the undisputed centerpiece of the files, mentioned 5,198 times. The sheer frequency isn’t surprising: every deposition, flight log, legal exhibit, and email thread traces back to him. One email in particular, from Michael Wolff to Epstein in December 2015, shows the kind of high-stakes social and political chess happening behind the scenes.
Wolff writes about “letting him hang himself” in the context of PR and political leverage, highlighting Epstein’s entanglement with powerful players and public perception. While the emails are sometimes vague or cryptic, they illustrate the networks and strategies swirling around him. In short, Epstein is everywhere in these documents, not just as a subject, but as the gravitational center around which names, emails, and legal arguments orbit.
