David Blaine
Magician; 5 black book numbers; performed at Epstein properties; mentioned by victims
Also known as: David Blaine White
Magician and illusionist listed in Epstein's black book with 5 phone numbers - an unusually high count suggesting a closer relationship than casual acquaintance. Blaine performed his magic at Epstein's Manhattan townhouse and at social gatherings attended by Epstein's guests. Virginia Giuffre mentioned Blaine in her testimony, stating she saw him at Epstein's New York residence performing magic tricks. In a separate account, Giuffre described Blaine as a regular visitor to Epstein's properties. Johanna Sjoberg also mentioned Blaine in her deposition, stating he was present at an Epstein gathering where he performed.
In 2019, the NYPD investigated a sexual assault allegation against Blaine by former model Natasha Prince, who alleged an incident in 2004; the Manhattan DA declined to prosecute. Blaine denied the allegation. No charges related to Epstein's criminal activities have been brought against Blaine.
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David Blaine appears in records associated with Jeffrey Epstein, including flight logs, contact lists, or legal documents. Appearance in these records does not imply any wrongdoing or criminal conduct. Many individuals had legitimate professional or social interactions.
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Background
David Blaine (born David Blaine White) is an American magician, illusionist, and endurance artist known for high-profile stunts and close-up magic performances. He has performed for numerous world leaders and heads of state, including U.S. Presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush, as well as figures such as Donald Rumsfeld and Henry Kissinger, as documented in multiple visa support letters he authored. He has participated in high-profile cultural and intellectual conferences alongside figures from entertainment, technology, and science.
Blaine's career has placed him in elite social circles, and he has been documented writing O-1 visa support letters for at least one woman, praising her charitable fundraising work for children's education and health. His public persona centers on his magic performances and endurance feats, which have been covered extensively in media.
Blaine appears in Epstein's black book with five separate phone numbers, a notably high count that, combined with extensive documentary evidence of direct communications and scheduled meetings, indicates a sustained personal relationship with Jeffrey Epstein extending at least from 2004 through 2016.
Epstein Connection
David Blaine had an extensive, well-documented social relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. Email correspondence from 2013 through 2016 shows frequent direct communication between the two, including scheduling dinners, social outings, magic show tickets, and mutual visits. Epstein's calendars include multiple scheduled appointments with Blaine. Most significantly, a law enforcement interview of a woman born in 1986 documents that Blaine introduced her to Epstein at approximately age 18 (circa September 2004) by bringing her to Epstein's New York mansion for a dinner, and later told her it was acceptable to travel to Epstein's private island. Epstein listed Blaine among notable guests at his social events and coordinated joint activities involving Bill Gates. Blaine is listed in Epstein's black book with five phone numbers.
Key Allegations(7)
Blaine introduced an 18-year-old woman to Jeffrey Epstein by taking her to Epstein's New York mansion for a dinner (circa September 2004), where Naomi Campbell was also present.
documentedWhen the same woman asked Blaine if it was okay to travel to Epstein's private island for New Year's, Blaine told her yes.
documentedThe woman whom Blaine introduced to Epstein subsequently had 'dozens of interactions' with Epstein.
documentedBlaine maintained a frequent and ongoing social relationship with Epstein, evidenced by extensive email correspondence and scheduled appointments throughout 2013-2014 and into 2016.
documentedEpstein listed Blaine among notable guests whom a young woman should 'google' before meeting, alongside Ariane Rothschild, Jes Staley, and Tim Zagat.
documentedA 'Bill Gates/David Blaine video' was being edited on Epstein's behalf, with Epstein coordinating between Blaine and Gates.
documentedBlaine is listed in Epstein's black book with 5 phone numbers, an unusually high count.
documentedLegal Status
David Blaine is named in multiple Epstein-related documents including law enforcement interview records, email correspondence, and scheduling records. He has not been charged with any crimes related to Epstein's criminal activities. A law enforcement interview documents his role in introducing a young woman to Epstein.
Notable Statements(6)
“yes, i will take you to david blaines”
“ok with gates”
“going out with woody, zagat, bobby slayton evening of the 26th? you are welcome, would you Ike to invit the card guy?”
“you will meet , ariane rothschild. david blaine. jes staley, tim zagat. you should google them so you have some backround”
“or even the first week of november. then take some to carib”
“when arfe you back, david blaine”
Contradictions(1)
No public statements by Blaine have been located in the provided documents characterizing his relationship with Epstein.
Documentary evidence shows an extensive, sustained social relationship including frequent emails, scheduled appointments, dinner invitations, shared social outings, coordinated activities involving Bill Gates, and Epstein's suggestion of Caribbean travel together. A law enforcement interview documents Blaine introducing a young woman to Epstein and encouraging her to visit Epstein's private island.
Key Relationships(8)
Extensive email correspondence from 2013-2016, multiple scheduled appointments in Epstein's calendars, dinner invitations, magic show tickets provided to Epstein, and listed in Epstein's black book with 5 phone numbers. Epstein suggested Caribbean travel together and coordinated joint activities. Blaine introduced at least one young woman to Epstein circa 2004.
A 'Bill Gates/David Blaine video' was being edited for Epstein, and Epstein wrote to Blaine 'ok with gates' suggesting coordinated plans involving all three. (efta-efta01899097, efta-efta01929933)
Naomi Campbell was present at the Epstein mansion dinner where Blaine brought the 18-year-old woman and introduced her to Epstein. (efta-efta00153851, efta-efta00173829)
Epstein invited Blaine to dinner with Woody Allen, Tim Zagat, and Bobby Slayton. (efta-efta01942257)
Lesley Groff, Epstein's assistant, coordinated logistics regarding Blaine's magic show and tickets. (efta-efta01755209, efta-efta01754406)
Blaine listed alongside Jes Staley as a notable guest Epstein instructed someone to research before meeting. (efta-efta01750518)
Tim Zagat mentioned alongside Blaine in Epstein's dinner plans and guest introductions. (efta-efta01942257, efta-efta01750518)
Ron Burkle mentioned in the same law enforcement interview as Blaine; the interviewee met both through Epstein's circle. (efta-efta00153851, efta-efta00173829)
Timeline(21 events)
An 18-year-old woman met David Blaine at a New York nightclub. Blaine subsequently introduced her to Jeffrey Epstein by taking her to Epstein's New York mansion for a dinner where Naomi Campbell was present.
The woman gave her phone number to Epstein. She was later contacted to go to Epstein's private island for New Year's. She asked Blaine if it was okay to go, and he told her yes.
David Blaine's contact card shared via email in Epstein's communications.
Jeffrey Epstein requests someone to 'send me david blaines contact.'
Epstein emails Blaine: 'have the night of the 4th open.'
Epstein's schedule shows 'TBD Appt w/David Blaine' in New York.
Epstein emails Blaine suggesting meeting in 'the first week of november. then take some to carib.'
Epstein tells an unidentified person 'yes, i will take you to david blaines' after a Broadway show.
Blaine emails Epstein about tickets for the 'Nothing to Hide' magic show, asking which night works.
Lesley Groff emails about 'David Blaine/Magic Show tonight.' Blaine confirms tickets for Epstein for 'Nothing to Hide.'
Epstein's schedule includes a 7:30pm 'Nothing to Hide' Magic Show with note: '2 tickets, possibly 3-David Blaine is still checking.'
Epstein emails Blaine: 'did you find what you needed?'
Epstein emails Blaine: 'where will you be on the 7th.' Blaine responds about screening something.
Email exchange between Blaine and Epstein about scheduling; Blaine mentions possibly being in Vegas on the 8th.
Epstein invites Blaine to dinner with 'woody, zagat, bobby slayton evening of the 26th.'
Epstein emails Blaine: 'are you around march 24,25.'
Epstein's schedule includes 'TBD Appt w/David Blaine' alongside a flight from New York to Palm Beach.
Epstein emails Blaine: 'ok with gates,' apparently confirming plans involving Bill Gates.
Third party emails Epstein about David Blaine: 'Awesome. Let me know when you confirm and I'll ask some friends.'
A 'Bill Gates/David Blaine video' was being edited by someone named Scott on Epstein's behalf; audio processing was causing delays.
Jeffrey Epstein (jeevacation@gmail.com) forwards a DailyMail article about alleged Trump-Epstein sex party to David Blaine.
At a Glance
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3 sources for flight appearances
Epstein Flight Logs (2 entries)
1999
“Appeared on 2 documented flights between Palm Beach International, FL and Teterboro Airport, NJ”
Sources
1 source for known connections
Shared Flight Appearances
“Appears on flights with 2 other persons in the Epstein network”
Sources
1 source for black book status
Epstein's Black Book
“Listed with 5 phone numbers in the contact directory seized by authorities”
Activity Timeline
Known Connections (2)
External Cross-Check
Search ICIJ Offshore Leaks, OFAC Sanctions, SEC EDGAR, and Federal Courts
Flight Log Appearances (2)
| Date | Route | Aircraft | Co-Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 20, 1999 | Palm Beach International, FL → Teterboro Airport, NJ | N908JE | Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell |
| Feb 6, 1999 | Teterboro Airport, NJ → Palm Beach International, FL | N212JE | Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell |
Black Book Entry
Document Mentions
Email Mentions (2)
Re: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3914012/Troubled-woman-history-drug-use-claimed-assaulted-Donald-Trump-Jeffrey-Epstein-sex-party-age-13-FABRICATED-story.html
dinner with woody sun?
Re: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3914012/Troubled-woman-history-drug-use-claimed-assaulted-Donald-Trump-Jeffrey-Epstein-sex-party-age-13-FABRICATED-story.html
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3914012/Troubled-woman-history-drug-use-claimed-assaulted-Donald-Trump-Jeffrey-Epstein-sex-party-age-13-FABRIC
Schedule (28)
2012-01-23 to 2016-11-13 · 8 entries verified across multiple documents
Dinner with Woody Allen, Bobby Slayton and Lewis Black. Possible attendees David Blaine & girlfriend, Dick Cavett
Conference session
Esri Conference Center
Session with David Blaine, Julie Taymor, Mary Jordan, Moshe Safdie, Joshua Wurman and Dave Gallo
ESRI Conference Center
Conference sessions
ESRI Conference Center
Dinner w/Woody Allen, Soon Yi, Bobby Slayton, Lewis Black, David Brenner and Dick Cavett. Takeout dinner
Dinner with Woody Allen, Bobby Slayton and Lewis Black
Appointment with David Blaine
Scott to come over and finish editing David Blaine film
Appt w/David Blaine
Dinner with Pablos Holman, David Blaine will stop by toward end
Dinner with Pablos Holman and David Blaine
Dinner w/Pablos Holman & David Blaine will stop by toward end of dinner
Dinner with Woody Allen, Soon Fl, Neil Gershenfeld, Jeff Koons & his wife Justine, David Blaine
David Blaine to stop by with Neil Gershenfeld, Jeff Koons & his
David Blaine to stop by
Go See David Blaine
Meet David Blaine out front of the Theater for tickets
out front of the Theater
TENTATIVE David Blaine to stop over
Tentative - David Blaine to stop over
TENTATIVE David Blaine to stop by if back from Vegas
Photo Evidence (1)
David Blaine was identified in 1 photo from DOJ EFTA releases via Amazon Rekognition facial recognition.
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