Prince Andrew is not the only royal in Jeffrey Epstein’s black book
Jeffrey Epstein’s contact list contained names from the highest reaches of wealth and influence. Among the politicians, financiers, and entertainers were several members of the British royal family, including Prince Andrew. One additional royal entry drew attention in 2020 reporting: David Armstrong-Jones, then known professionally as David Linley and styled Viscount Linley.
Who is David Linley?
David Armstrong-Jones is the son of Princess Margaret and Antony Armstrong-Jones, 1st Earl of Snowdon. He is Queen Elizabeth II’s nephew and first cousin to Prince Andrew. He succeeded as 2nd Earl of Snowdon in 2017. His professional work centers on furniture design through the Linley company and longstanding ties to Christie’s auction house, where he has held senior advisory roles.
How did Linley know Jeffrey Epstein?
The precise origin of the contact remains undocumented in public reporting. Some coverage noted possible overlap through shared social circles that included Ghislaine Maxwell, while others pointed to indirect royal connections. No verified records show Linley on Epstein’s flights or at his properties, and no further allegations have surfaced beyond the appearance of his name in the contacts list.
Ongoing Royal Family Context and Prince Andrew Developments
Prince Andrew’s association with Epstein has continued to generate scrutiny through successive document releases. Additional Epstein files made public in 2025 and 2026 renewed attention on Andrew’s prior statements and movements. In early 2026 he relocated from Royal Lodge to properties on the Sandringham estate. David Linley has kept a lower public profile, focused on private charitable work and commercial roles rather than official royal duties.
Professional Standing and Public Profile
Linley continues as Honorary Chairman of Christie’s EMERI region and oversees design commissions through his furniture firm. No professional sanctions or public distancing by the companies have been reported in connection with the 2020 Epstein contacts disclosure. His involvement with royal-linked charitable boards has remained limited and non-executive.
Current Personal Life and Relationships
David Linley and Serena Stanhope announced an amicable separation in February 2020 after more than twenty-six years of marriage; the divorce was later finalized on agreed terms with no public connection drawn to Epstein matters. Since around 2024 he has been in a relationship with art dealer Isabelle de La Bruyère. The couple appeared together at events including the Chelsea Flower Show in 2025 and Royal Ascot the following season.
Resolution of Ghislaine Maxwell Case and Lack of Linley Involvement
Ghislaine Maxwell was convicted in December 2021 on multiple sex-trafficking counts tied to Epstein and received a twenty-year sentence. Court records and subsequent reporting contain no indication that David Linley was subpoenaed or asked to testify in those proceedings. Earlier speculation about possible testimony therefore did not materialize.
David Linley’s documented connection to Jeffrey Epstein rests solely on the appearance of his name in the contacts book. No evidence of further involvement has emerged in the years since the initial reporting, and he has offered no public comment on the matter. The episode remains one entry among many names listed without accompanying detail or allegation.
