Jeffrey Epstein’s island: All the celebs who apparently visited him
Jeffrey Epstein’s island, Little St. James, in the US Virgin Islands served as a private retreat for wealthy and well-connected figures. The island offered amenities including a sauna, cabana, and bar, and carried a reported valuation exceeding $60 million at the time of its most recent sale. Its guest records referenced names such as Jimmy Buffett and Courtney Love alongside executives, politicians, and celebrities. The property also acquired the nickname Pedophile Island after allegations emerged that Epstein sexually abused and trafficked underage girls there.
Epstein faced both civil and criminal charges tied to those allegations. He died by apparent suicide in 2019 while awaiting trial. Federal investigators asked known associates to come forward voluntarily during the inquiry. Court documents, flight logs, and later data analyses have since clarified which individuals visited the island and which claims lack corroboration.
Recent Document Releases and Data Tracking of Visitors
Investigations released between 2025 and 2026, along with location data analyzed by WIRED, mapped roughly two hundred mobile devices that visited Little St. James from 2016 through 2019. The records distinguish between confirmed physical presence and any alleged misconduct. Additional tranches of DOJ and House Oversight files named further individuals with documented or alleged connections to the island.
Current Status and Ownership of Little St. James
Billionaire Stephen Deckoff purchased Little St. James and neighboring Great St. James in 2023 for $60 million. A portion of the proceeds went to a victim compensation trust. Plans for a luxury resort were announced, yet no construction had begun by mid-2026.
Additional Notable Visitors from Recent Files
Files released in recent years reference shorter visits by several prominent figures. Howard Lutnick and family members attended a lunch on the island in 2012. Sergey Brin and Anne Wojcicki made a day visit in 2007 according to victim statements. Richard Branson took a ninety-minute tour in 2013.
Updates on Legal Proceedings and Scrutiny
Prince Andrew was arrested in February 2026 on suspicion of misconduct in public office connected to Epstein-related files. Ongoing releases continue to surface emails, photographs, and communications that investigators are reviewing.
Bill Clinton
Flight logs show Bill Clinton traveled on Epstein’s plane multiple times, yet Clinton has consistently denied setting foot on Little St. James. Epstein’s own 2011 email and later statements from Ghislaine Maxwell supported that denial. No flight records confirm an island landing for Clinton, and recent document releases have not produced corroboration of the 2015 affidavit claim.
Donald Trump
Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein were neighbors in Palm Beach and socialized in the same circles for years. Trump later banned Epstein from Mar-a-Lago over an alleged incident involving a minor. Available records and recent file reviews have not confirmed that Trump visited Little St. James.
Les Wexner
Les Wexner, longtime chairman of Victoria's Secret, acknowledged in 2026 congressional testimony that he visited the island once for a few hours shortly after Epstein acquired it, accompanied by family. Wexner stated he had no knowledge of Epstein’s crimes. He stepped down as CEO of Victoria's Secret in 2020.
Prince Andrew
Virginia Giuffre alleged in court filings that she was directed to have sex with Prince Andrew on three occasions, including during visits tied to Little St. James. Buckingham Palace has denied the claims. Andrew’s February 2026 arrest renewed public and legal scrutiny of those allegations and related documents.
Stephen Hawking
Stephen Hawking attended a 2006 scientific conference on the island funded by Epstein. Photographs from the event show Hawking among other physicists. No accusations of misconduct have been leveled against Hawking in connection with the trip.
Document releases and data analyses continue to refine the public record of who visited Little St. James and under what circumstances.
