Jeffrey Epstein's Brother Denies Rumours of a 'Secret Child' After Sarah Ferguson's 'Baby Boy' Emails

Jeffrey Epstein has again been pulled into the centre of global scrutiny after newly released US Department of Justice files reignited rumours that he secretly fathered a child.

This time, the claims stem from a 2011 email sent by Sarah Ferguson, prompting a swift and blunt denial from Epstein's younger brother, who says the speculation is 'nonsensical' and based on a misread message.

The former Duchess of York wrote to Epstein in September 2011, congratulating him on the arrival of a 'baby boy', news she claimed to have received directly from her former husband, Prince Andrew.

Mark Epstein has clarified that his brother never had children. 'The email wasn't directed at Jeffrey,' he insisted. 'It was directed at somebody else.'

The emails, part of a massive federal disclosure released in early 2026, have reopened questions about Epstein's private life years after his death, even as officials warn the records contain unverified and often contradictory material.

What Ferguson's Email Says

The controversy began with a message Ferguson sent on 21 September 2011 via BlackBerry Messenger.

In the email, she congratulated Epstein on allegedly becoming a father, stating: 'Don't know if you are still on this BBM, but heard from The Duke that you have had a baby boy. Even though you never kept in touch, I am still here with love, friendship and congratulations on your baby boy. Sarah xx'.

The reference to 'The Duke' is understood to mean her former husband, Prince Andrew. Ferguson's email implied she had learned from him that Epstein had fathered a child, which immediately ignited speculation about the financier's private life.

Mark Epstein Rejects Claims

Jeffrey's younger brother publicly dismissed the rumours on Monday. According to The Blast, he clarified that the email was misinterpreted, stating, 'He doesn't have any kids. The email wasn't directed at Jeffrey; it was directed at somebody else. It doesn't make any sense that Fergie was the only person on the planet who saw Jeffrey had a fictitious kid'.

Mark's statement aims to halt ongoing speculation about a possible 'secret child' of the disgraced financier. Legal experts also previously noted that while the DOJ's records are extensive, they include unverified material that should not be treated as fact.

Other Messages Pointing to a 'Secret Baby'

The DOJ release includes roughly 180,000 photographs and 2,000 video files, along with millions of other documents.

Among these is another message from Ferguson sent on the same day, in which she reflected on her relationship with Epstein: 'You have disappeared. I did not even know you were having a baby. It was sooooo crystal clear to me that you were only friends with me to get to Andrew. And that really hurt me deeeply [sic]. More than you will know'.

The released files also contain statements from individuals claiming to have conceived a child with Epstein through what they described as a 'beautiful fertility ritual'.

DOJ officials have warned that these records include numerous unverified and sensationalist claims, and stressed that such allegations should not be taken as confirmed.

Without a Child, Where Does Epstein's Estate Go?

With no verified children, Jeffrey Epstein's remaining estate is distributed according to his will and subject to ongoing legal settlements. At the time of his death in 2019, Epstein had an estate valued at approximately £104 million ($127 million) after accounting for payouts to victims of his sexual abuse cases.

Much of this wealth, including his properties in New York, Florida, and the US Virgin Islands, has been held in trust while courts resolve claims and disputes among potential heirs and creditors.

His last known will named Karyna Shuliak, a Belarus-born former girlfriend and licensed dentist in Florida and California, as the main beneficiary. She was reportedly set to receive most of Epstein's estimated £190 million ($250 million) estate, including properties and his private island, but only about £127 million ($167 million) remains after settlements with victims and legal costs.

Shuliak has kept a low public profile since his death and appears no longer to be practising dentistry, with few recent professional or public activities reported beyond occasional sightings in New York City.

While Epstein's crimes are firmly established, experts stress that not every allegation attached to his name carries the same weight. As more DOJ files continue to surface in 2026, officials warn that public understanding depends on separating documented evidence from speculation.

For now, Epstein's brother is adamant on one point: there is no secret child, only another example of how the Epstein files continue to blur the line between fact, rumour and unresolved history.