Tony Hawk Denies Wedding on Jeffrey Epstein’s Island Following Document Release
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In the wake of a massive release of documents related to the investigations into Jeffrey Epstein’s criminal activities, professional skateboarder Tony Hawk has publicly denied allegations that he was married on Epstein’s private island. The claims emerged from an email dated October 22, 2024, found within the newly released files, which include over three million pages of government records made public under the Epstein Files Transparency Act.
The email, authored by a special agent serving as a Threat Intake Examiner, recounted a survivor’s statement alleging she was present “when Tony Hawk got married on the island,” referring to Little Saint James, Epstein’s private estate in the U.S. Virgin Islands. The survivor also mentioned being trafficked to the island at age 13 and witnessing other high-profile visitors, including Prince Edward.
Epstein’s island has long been central to investigations into his sex trafficking network. Epstein died in prison in 2019, while his associate Ghislaine Maxwell is currently serving a 20-year sentence after her 2021 conviction for sex trafficking and related charges. The newly released files also reference other prominent figures such as former President Bill Clinton, Prince Andrew, and Donald Trump.
Responding swiftly to the allegations, Hawk took to his Instagram story to provide a detailed timeline of his marriages, categorically denying ever visiting Epstein’s island or meeting the disgraced financier. Hawk outlined the locations and dates of all four of his weddings: his first marriage in 1990 in Fallbrook, California; his second in 1996 at a Hilton Hotel in San Diego; his third in 2006 on Tavaru Surf Island in Fiji; and his most recent in 2015 at Adare Manor in Ireland.
Addressing speculation that his 2006 wedding in Fiji might have been confused with Epstein’s island, Hawk clarified that one of the photographers for that ceremony was named Mark Epstein, an accomplished action sports photographer from Wyoming with no relation to Jeffrey Epstein. Hawk emphasized that this information is verifiable and expressed regret that the photographer was inadvertently drawn into the controversy.
The public release of the Epstein files by the Department of Justice has shed new light on the extensive nature of investigations into Epstein’s criminal network. The files include testimonies, images, and communications that have implicated numerous individuals, sparking widespread media coverage and public scrutiny.
Hawk’s denial comes amid a broader trend of public figures addressing their alleged connections to Epstein following the files’ publication. The Federal Bureau of Investigation and other agencies continue to review the documents as part of ongoing efforts to uncover the full scope of Epstein’s trafficking operations.
While Hawk’s representatives have yet to provide additional comments, his detailed rebuttal underscores the challenges of misinformation and the importance of verifying claims in the digital age. The skateboarder’s firm stance highlights the impact of the Epstein files on public discourse and the reputations of those named.
For further context on the Epstein investigation and related legal proceedings, readers can consult resources from the U.S. Government and the Department of Justice Criminal Division. These agencies provide ongoing updates and official statements regarding the case and its broader implications.
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