The release of the Epstein files has triggered arrests, resignations and investigations across countries, shaking political, royal and corporate circles. The documents, running into millions of pages, contain emails and communications that have led to serious consequences for several high-profile figures.
Here is a breakdown of the key names and what action has followed.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew, was arrested on February 19, 2026. He was taken into custody on suspicion of misconduct in public office linked to his association with Jeffrey Epstein. He was later released on bail.
The arrest followed mounting pressure after documents revealed continued contact between him and Epstein, even after Epstein’s 2008 conviction. The development marked one of the most serious actions taken so far against a member of the British royal family in connection with the files.
Peter Mandelson
Peter Mandelson, a senior British politician and former ambassador, was arrested on February 23, 2026. He was questioned over allegations linked to communications he shared with Epstein. He, too, was released on bail.
Even before his arrest, Mandelson had stepped down from the UK’s Labour Party and resigned from the House of Lords after emails connected to Epstein became public. His political career has faced a major setback following the disclosures.
Sarah Ferguson
Sarah Ferguson, the former wife of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and the Duchess of York, faced consequences after emails showed her continued contact with Epstein. Following the revelations, her charity, Sarah’s Trust, was shut down.
Though she has not been arrested, the exposure of her communications led to public scrutiny and institutional action involving her charitable work.
Mette-Marit
Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit issued a public apology after it emerged that she had a long-standing association with Epstein. The documents revealed hundreds of emails exchanged between them.
The apology came amid public pressure and intense debate in Norway over the royal family’s connections to Epstein.
Thorbjørn Jagland
Thorbjørn Jagland, former Prime Minister of Norway and former chair of the Nobel Committee, has been charged with aggravated corruption. Authorities searched his properties as part of the investigation.
His case represents one of the most serious legal developments linked to the files in Europe.
Mona Juul
Norwegian diplomat Mona Juul resigned as ambassador to Jordan and Iraq after the revelations. She was placed on administrative leave and her security clearance was withdrawn.
The action came amid a corruption investigation tied to the disclosures in the Epstein files.
Terje Rod-Larsen
Terje Rod-Larsen, a former diplomat and husband of Mona Juul, had earlier resigned from his think tank role amid scrutiny over his links to Epstein. He is now facing charges related to contributing to aggravated corruption.
His case is part of the wider investigation unfolding in Norway.
Miroslav Lajcak
Miroslav Lajcak, former president of the United Nations General Assembly and former national security adviser to Slovakia’s prime minister, resigned from his government role.
The resignation followed criticism after correspondence between him and Epstein was revealed in the documents.
Jack Lang
Jack Lang, former French culture minister, stepped down as head of the Arab World Institute after details of his association with Epstein became public. French prosecutors opened an investigation following the revelations.
Brad Karp
Brad Karp, chairman of the law firm Paul, Weiss, resigned after emails showing his ties to Epstein were disclosed. His step-down came as scrutiny mounted over professional relationships revealed in the files.
Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem
Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, former chair and chief executive of DP World, resigned after thousands of emails with Epstein surfaced in the released documents
David A Ross
David A Ross resigned as chair of the master’s programme at the School of Visual Arts after his friendship with Epstein was revealed in the files.
Kathy Ruemmler
Kathy Ruemmler, former chief legal officer and general counsel at Goldman Sachs, resigned amid scrutiny over friendly exchanges with Epstein that were exposed in the documents.
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Joanna Rubinstein
Joanna Rubinstein stepped down as chair of UNHCR Sweden after documents showed she had visited Epstein’s private island with her partner and children.
Thomas Pritzker
Thomas Pritzker, former executive chairman of Hyatt Hotels, resigned after emails involving him and Epstein were included in the released records.
Thomas Magnani and Letty Moss-Salentijn
Columbia University professors Thomas Magnani and Letty Moss-Salentijn were investigated after emails suggested they had helped Epstein’s then-girlfriend gain admission to the university. Their administrative duties were revoked and the university cut ties with them.
The fallout from the Epstein files continues as authorities in different countries examine the documents. Arrests, resignations and investigations have already reshaped political careers, royal reputations and corporate leadership. The impact of the disclosures is still unfolding.
