David Copperfield
Illusionist; 5 black book numbers; Giuffre testified he appeared aware of Epstein's conduct
Also known as: David Seth Kotkin
According to DOJ-released documents indexed by Epstein Exposed, David Copperfield appears in 2 case documents, and 2 email records in the Epstein files.
World-renowned illusionist (born David Seth Kotkin) listed in Epstein's black book with 5 phone numbers. In unsealed Giuffre v. Maxwell depositions, Virginia Giuffre testified that Epstein took her to one of Copperfield's magic shows and that Copperfield asked her if she was 'aware of what was going on.' Giuffre stated Copperfield appeared to know about Epstein's operation. Separately, Johanna Sjoberg confirmed Copperfield's name came up in conversations around Epstein.
Copperfield owns a private island chain in the Bahamas (Musha Cay), and Epstein reportedly visited. In May 2024, Copperfield was accused of sexual misconduct by multiple women in a Guardian investigation (unrelated to the Epstein case); he denied all allegations. Copperfield has denied any wrongdoing related to Epstein and stated he was not involved in any criminal activity.
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David Copperfield 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 Copperfield (born David Seth Kotkin) is an American illusionist widely regarded as one of the most commercially successful magicians in history. He has performed large-scale stage illusions throughout a career spanning decades and owns a private island chain in the Bahamas known as Musha Cay. His birth name and professional identity are both referenced across Epstein-related documents.
Copperfield's name appears repeatedly in documentary evidence connected to the Jeffrey Epstein case, including Epstein's personal contact book (the 'Black Book'), dozens of telephone message logs seized from Epstein's Florida residence, witness depositions, and FBI interview memoranda. He was referred to as 'Magic David' in Epstein's phone message system. In June 2024, Copperfield was separately accused of sexual misconduct by multiple women in a Guardian investigation unrelated to the Epstein case; he has denied all allegations.
Copperfield has not been charged with any crime related to the Epstein matter. Attorney Bradley Edwards identified Copperfield as a person believed to possess 'relevant and discoverable information' in Epstein-related litigation, and sought to depose him. Jeffrey Epstein invoked his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination when asked whether he had socialized with Copperfield in the presence of females under the age of 18.
Epstein Connection
David Copperfield is listed in Jeffrey Epstein's personal contact book with 5 phone numbers. Numerous telephone message logs from Epstein's Palm Beach residence document frequent calls between Copperfield and Epstein spanning at least 2004-2005. Copperfield was observed by a deposition witness to be a 'friend of Jeffrey Epstein's' and performed magic tricks at a dinner involving Epstein. At least one Epstein victim reported that Epstein sent her to see a David Copperfield show for her 18th birthday. Another witness testified to receiving VIP tickets to a David Copperfield show from Epstein. Attorney Bradley Edwards sought Copperfield's deposition on the basis that Epstein's housekeeper Alfredo Rodriguez and phone message pads linked Copperfield to Epstein's household, and that Copperfield may have possessed information relevant to the case. Epstein invoked the Fifth Amendment when asked about socializing with Copperfield in the presence of underage females. A separate witness in a deposition context reported that Copperfield asked her whether she was aware of girls being paid to recruit other girls for Epstein.
Key Allegations(9)
A deposition witness observed Copperfield to be a friend of Jeffrey Epstein and stated that Copperfield asked her if she knew girls were being paid to recruit other girls for Epstein.
allegedEpstein invoked the Fifth Amendment rather than answer the question: 'Did you ever socialize with David Copperfield in the presence of females under the age of 18?'
documentedAttorney Bradley Edwards had a sound legal basis for believing Copperfield had relevant and discoverable information, based on housekeeper testimony and message pad evidence linking Copperfield to Epstein's household.
documentedAn Epstein victim told the FBI that Epstein sent her to see David Copperfield for her 18th birthday.
documentedDavid Copperfield was present at Epstein's house on at least one occasion, according to an FBI FD-302 interview.
documentedA witness/victim described receiving VIP tickets to a David Copperfield show as part of gifts or compensation from Epstein.
documentedEpstein allegedly used well-known friends, including Copperfield, 'as a draw' in connection with his activities.
allegedCopperfield was described as an 'innocent bystander with no knowledge' of Scott Rothstein's fraudulent actions in a self-authored affidavit by a convicted fraudster whose firm had contacted Copperfield.
allegedLegal Status
David Copperfield has not been charged with any crime in connection with the Epstein case. He was listed in Epstein's black book, appears in numerous telephone message logs, and was the subject of a deposition notice by attorney Bradley Edwards in Epstein-related litigation. Epstein invoked the Fifth Amendment when asked about socializing with Copperfield in the presence of minors. A federal grand jury subpoena sought records related to Copperfield's performances, indicating prosecutorial interest in verifying aspects of victim testimony.
Notable Statements(6)
“Did you observe David Copperfield to be a friend of Jeffrey Epstein's? A. Yes.”
“Did Copperfield ever discuss Jeffrey's involvement with young girls with you?”
“Did you ever socialize with David Copperfield in the presence of females under the age of 18?”
“They contacted Bill Clinton, Donald Trump, David Copperfield; innocent bystanders with no knowledge of any of my actions whatsoever.”
“David Copperfield. V: Don't know.”
“EPSTEIN sent [her] to see David Copperfield for her 18th birthday.”
Contradictions(3)
Virginia Giuffre has been described as testifying that Copperfield appeared to know about Epstein's operation.
In an interview transcript, when asked about David Copperfield, Virginia Roberts (Giuffre) responded 'Don't know,' suggesting she did not have information about him. The deposition witness who described Copperfield's question about girls being recruited appears to be a different witness (not Giuffre).
Copperfield was described as an 'innocent bystander with no knowledge' of wrongdoing in an affidavit related to Scott Rothstein's fraud.
A deposition witness stated that Copperfield asked her if she was aware that girls were being paid to recruit other girls for Epstein, suggesting some degree of awareness of Epstein's activities.
Juan Alessi (Epstein's former housekeeper) appeared to deny knowledge of Copperfield when asked about 'David Copperfield, the magician' in deposition, answering 'No.'
An FBI FD-302 states Copperfield was at Epstein's house on at least one occasion, and attorney Edwards cited housekeeper testimony as part of the legal basis for deposing Copperfield.
Key Relationships(5)
Copperfield listed in Epstein's black book with 5 phone numbers. Dozens of telephone message logs document calls between Copperfield and Epstein from 2004-2005. A deposition witness confirmed Copperfield was a friend of Epstein. Epstein sent at least one victim to a Copperfield show. Copperfield was present at Epstein's house at least once.
Alfredo Rodriguez, Epstein's former house manager, provided testimony that was cited as part of the legal basis for deposing Copperfield. Rodriguez leaked the black book containing Copperfield's contact information.
Attorney Bradley Edwards sought to depose Copperfield, asserting he had relevant and discoverable information based on housekeeper testimony and phone records.
Ghislaine Maxwell appears in many of the same documents as Copperfield. Copperfield's calls to Epstein appear in the same phone logs that reference Maxwell's communications with Epstein.
Virginia Giuffre was asked about David Copperfield in an interview and responded 'Don't know.' Copperfield's name appears in documents related to the Giuffre v. Maxwell litigation.
Timeline(12 events)
An Epstein victim who worked at a concession stand was introduced to Epstein's world; she later told the FBI that Epstein sent her to see David Copperfield for her 18th birthday.
Telephone message logs record calls from David Copperfield to J.F./Jeffrey (Epstein).
Additional telephone message logs record calls from David Copperfield to J.F. (Epstein), with urgent callback requests.
Telephone message logs record calls from David Copperfield to Jeffry (Epstein) with varying levels of urgency for return calls.
Phone message logs seized by police from Epstein's Florida home reference Copperfield as 'Magic David' among Epstein's prominent contacts.
Telephone message log records a call from Mr. Copperfield (David Copperfield) to Jeffrey, marked as 'SPECIAL ATTENTION MESSAGE.'
Telephone message logs record calls from David Copperfield, Glen Dubin, and others to Jeffery (Epstein), requesting return calls.
A federal grand jury subpoena log in Operation Leap Year Lions includes a request for 'a copy of a Playbill or Program for any performances of David Copperfield at the Browsed Center for the Performing Arts' during a specified period.
Epstein's personal contact book ('Black Book') leaked by former house manager Alfredo Rodriguez; Copperfield listed with 5 phone numbers.
Juan Alessi, Epstein's former housekeeper, deposed; when asked about 'David Copperfield, the magician,' Alessi appeared to respond in the negative.
Court filing (Case 9:08-cv-80736-KAM) entered on FLSD docket, including Edwards' Statement of Undisputed Facts citing the legal basis for Copperfield's deposition notice.
FBI interviews a victim (born 2/1/1987) who states that Epstein sent her to see David Copperfield for her 18th birthday and that Copperfield was at Epstein's house at least once.
At a Glance
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2 sources for document mentions
Jeffrey Epstein's Personal Contact Book ('Black Book')
2009-01-01
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2025-12-19
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Sources
1 source for black book status
Epstein's Black Book
“Listed with 5 phone numbers in the contact directory seized by authorities”
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Document Mentions
Email Mentions (2)
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Photo Evidence (3)
David Copperfield was identified in 3 photos from DOJ EFTA releases via Amazon Rekognition facial recognition.
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