Sarah Ferguson sought guidance from Jeffrey Epstein on promoting a charity dedicated to vulnerable children while the convicted sex offender was still serving a jail sentence for child prostitution offences, according to revelations from the Daily Mail. The former Duchess of York described her paedophile associate as a 'genius' in a newly uncovered email from the Epstein Files, showcasing her fawning admiration during a period of legal turmoil for Epstein.
Email Exchange During Incarceration
Ferguson's effusive message was dispatched to Epstein on July 5, 2009, merely 17 days prior to his release from a Florida correctional facility where he was imprisoned for soliciting sex from minors as young as 14 years old. At that time, Epstein was participating in a 'work-release' programme that permitted him to access his office in Palm Beach and manage his email communications, despite his criminal status.
Bizarre Charity Proposal
The email correspondence was triggered by Epstein's unconventional suggestion to create an army-inspired movie trailer that would feature mothers breastfeeding children instead of soldiers handling firearms. Ferguson had previously met with Saudi businessman Amr Al-Dabbagh at Royal Lodge in Windsor to discuss supporting his foundation, which focused on aiding vulnerable children and orphans globally through the Stars Foundation, an organisation that later ceased operations in 2020.
After forwarding a summary of her meeting to Epstein for his input, he responded with the peculiar concept, stating: 'Imagine a movie trailer modeled after 'Be All You Can Be.' Join the army - but with photos of mothers, not soldiers. Breastfeeding instead of shooting; reading to a child instead of teaching them to handle a rifle.' Ferguson enthusiastically replied, 'Has anyone told you, you are a genius,' highlighting her continued support for Epstein despite his notorious background.
Financial and Personal Ties
This revelation underscores the 15-year financial relationship between Sarah Ferguson and Jeffrey Epstein, during which she consistently defended and praised him. Additional documents from the Epstein Files indicate that Al-Dabbagh had thanked Ferguson for their meeting and for gifting signed books to his daughters, which he noted they eagerly took to read during summer holidays.
Current Turmoil and Family Impact
In the wake of the Epstein Files release, Ferguson has reportedly spent over a month at a Swiss wellness retreat, with friends describing her as being in a 'bad way' mentally, feeling that 'everyone is out to get her.' Her ex-husband, Prince Andrew, was recently arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office, spending 11 hours in police custody on his 66th birthday, which has further strained the family dynamics.
Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie are said to be 'in a state' following their father's arrest, with Eugenie being photographed in public for the first time since the incident, casually dressed while grabbing coffee in Notting Hill with her husband, Jack Brooksbank. Meanwhile, six of Ferguson's companies are being wound down, adding financial pressure to her already precarious situation.
Future Prospects and Denials
Despite speculation, Ferguson has reportedly ruled out publishing a tell-all book about her family's connections to Epstein, though she acknowledged she 'might end up having to tell that story to the police.' Friends suggest she may relocate to the UAE to seek financial opportunities, as her brand has become 'toxic,' though she prefers to remain near Windsor to stay close to her daughters and grandchildren.
Royal sources indicate that while Ferguson denies moving in with Prince Andrew in Sandringham, the ongoing scandals have left her struggling to rebuild her life and reputation amidst the fallout from her association with Jeffrey Epstein.
