Jeffrey Epstein’s contact list: All the celebrities named in the documents released by the Department of Justice

In February 2025, Attorney General Pamela Bondi, in partnership with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), made public the first phase of declassified documents related to

. These files, which include a controversial contact list, offer a deeper look into Epstein’s network, previously exposed through leaks but not officially disclosed by the U.S. government. The Attorney General emphasized that the release of these files aligns with President Trump’s commitment to transparency and addressing the actions of Epstein and his associates.Bondi stated, "This Department of Justice is following through on President Trump’s commitment to transparency and lifting the veil on the disgusting actions of Jeffrey Epstein and his co-conspirators. The first phase of files released today sheds light on Epstein’s extensive network and begins to provide the public with long overdue accountability." The Department of Justice received around 200 pages of the thousands of documents Bondi had requested, and she called on the FBI to release the remaining files by February 28, 2025.What the Epstein contact list revealsThe contact list, which was made available to the public, includes the names of high-profile figures, both celebrities and politicians. Notable names on the list include musicians Mick Jagger and

, actor

, and supermodel Naomi Campbell. Politicians such as former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and Senator Ted Kennedy are also mentioned. Additionally, the list includes the late actor Ralph Fiennes, attorney Alan Dershowitz, and business figures like Jon Huntsman and David Koch.Jeffrey Epstein posing alongside Michael Jackson in an undisclosed location. Credit: US Department of JusticeThe released contact list was not a “client list” but a compilation of individuals who were in Epstein’s network. While the names were disclosed, addresses and other personal information were redacted for privacy. The Justice Department clarified that the list is part of a larger set of files under review, with more information expected to be released soon.Jeffrey Epstein and

in a photo released by the Justice Department. Credit: Department Of JusticeOther notable details from the DOJ releaseThe release also touches upon Epstein’s wide-reaching influence, although the information in the initial batch of files does not provide any major new revelations. While many of the names had been leaked previously, this formal release brings renewed attention to Epstein’s vast network. The full list of contacts can be accessed through the Department of Justice, but for now, public attention remains on those named and the ongoing investigations into Epstein’s associates.For many, the release of these files marks a crucial moment in the ongoing pursuit of justice for the victims of Epstein’s actions. As more documents are expected to be released in the coming months, the public’s scrutiny of Epstein’s connections continues to grow.Featured image credit: US Department of Justice