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Ghislaine Maxwell made huge admission about infamous photo of Andrew and Virginia Giuffre
Ghislaine Maxwell has commented on the infamous photograph that features Prince Andrew and Virginia Giuffre, marking a shift from her previous claims regarding its authenticity.
For years, Andrew, who was stripped of his royal titles following allegations linked to his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, has denied the claims made by Giuffre in her memoir. In the controversial photograph, Andrew is seen with his arm around the waist of Giuffre, who was 17 years old at the time.
Despite maintaining that the photo was fake, Maxwell's more recent statements have suggested otherwise.
In newly released Epstein files, Maxwell, currently serving a prison sentence for child sex trafficking offenses, seemed to confirm the photo’s authenticity. She recalled an encounter in 2001, where Andrew met several of Maxwell’s friends in London.
A photograph was taken, which Maxwell noted was likely for Giuffre to share with her family and friends. Maxwell further acknowledged that Andrew and Giuffre met at her home, but denied any knowledge of any sexual activity between them.
Maxwell wrote: "In 2001 I was in London when (redacted) met a number of friends of mine including Prince Andrew. A photograph was taken as I imagine she wanted to show it to friends and family. I never asked (redacted) to give him a massage."
She continued: "I am stating for the record as fact" before adding: "Prince Andrew came to my house to visit me – (redacted) was in the house and they did meet."
Maxwell's past denials and current confirmation
Maxwell’s recent statements contradict her previous public denials about the photo. In 2023, she insisted in an interview that the photograph was fake, stating, "I don’t believe it’s real for a second, in fact, I’m sure it’s not," and adding that she had only seen photocopies of it.
However, her comments in the Epstein files appear to confirm that the photograph was indeed taken at her London home, a location central to many of the Epstein-related allegations.
Despite the new acknowledgment of the photo’s authenticity, Maxwell vehemently denied Giuffre's claims of sexual abuse, calling them lies made for financial gain. She also criticized the media attention surrounding the case, arguing that the harassment was unjust and intolerable.
The contradictions in Maxwell's statements raise further questions about her role in the allegations and the broader Epstein scandal.
Maxwell further stated: "The allegations made against me by (redacted) are lies. I have consistently stated that they are untrue and I have waited for an opportunity to prove this in a court of law."
The ongoing legal battle and media attention
Maxwell’s statements come at a time of continued scrutiny surrounding Epstein’s network. Giuffre, who had become one of the most prominent accusers in the case, continued to speak out about her alleged encounters with powerful figures until her death in April 2025.
The ongoing legal battles and media attention have only intensified the pressure on those involved, including Maxwell, Andrew, and other figures connected to Epstein. As the story continues to unfold, the details of the Epstein files add more complexity to a case that has already garnered significant public interest.
The public’s fascination with the case shows no sign of waning, with many eagerly awaiting further revelations as new documents and testimonies are released.