Ghislaine Maxwell's 'Red Heads' Remark in 2002 Email Exchange with 'Andrew'
Ghislaine Maxwell made a suggestive joke about "five stunning red heads" having to "play with ourselves" in a 2002 email exchange with a contact referred to as "Andrew," according to documents released by the US Department of Justice. The correspondence, part of the extensive "Epstein files" published on Friday, offers a glimpse into the social interactions surrounding disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.
The Island Invitation Declined
In August 2002, Maxwell and an email address named "The Invisible Man" discussed organising a weekend together on "the island." After listing his travel plans, the man, referred to as Andrew, declined the invitation, explaining he was considering joining his former wife Sarah and their children in Sotogrande instead. He wrote, "As the planning is getting more difficult over the bank holiday weekend here I am thinking now I might join Sarah and the kids in Sotogrande for a few days which would be very important and a good thing for the girls."
Maxwell replied on August 24, 2002, addressing him as "Andrew sweet heart" and expressing understanding, though noting she would be "sad not to spend time w/you." She agreed that visiting the island seemed "less appealing" given limited holiday time.
The 'Stunning Red Heads' Quip
Following confirmation on August 25 that Andrew would not attend, Maxwell sent a follow-up email stating, "No problem, (redacted), who is now coming and 5 other stunning red heads will all just have to play with ourselves." She quickly added she was "just kidding" and mentioned another guest would be coming to the island. The exchange suggests a playful, intimate tone, with Maxwell signing off with "love you lots" in earlier messages.
Identity Clues and Royal Connections
The emails hint that "The Invisible Man" may be Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, due to Maxwell's use of "Andrew" and references to his former wife Sarah. Previous emails from the account have mentioned having a valet and being at Balmoral with the Royal Family. In one message signed "A," the sender asks Maxwell for "permission" to change plans, showing a familiar dynamic.
Further correspondence includes a March 2002 email where Maxwell sympathises about the Queen Mother's death, calling him "sweat pea" and noting, "She was wonderful, and I am happy that I managed to meet her and speak with her." Responses are often signed "A xxx," reinforcing the potential link to Prince Andrew.
Broader Context from the Epstein Files
The documents, totalling over three million pages, include other revealing exchanges. In a 2010 email forwarded to Epstein, publicist Peggy Siegal arranged a private screening of The King's Speech for Prince Andrew during a US visit, noting Colin Firth's portrayal of his grandfather would "win the Oscar." Another email from "The Invisible Man" jokes about "super sperm" in reference to children.
These releases follow earlier disclosures in December, such as an email from Balmoral signed "A" asking Maxwell for "inappropriate friends." The files stem from the case of Jeffrey Epstein, who died in jail in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges.
Aftermath and Allegations
Prince Andrew has faced allegations, which he denies, of sexually assaulting Virginia Giuffre after she was trafficked by Epstein. He settled a civil claim with her in 2022. Following a 2019 BBC Newsnight interview and ongoing scrutiny, King Charles III stripped Andrew of his HRH style and prince title. The latest document dump renews focus on his associations with Maxwell and Epstein.
