Described as Epstein's girlfriend in later years. Epstein used his influence and the promise of a $5-10M donation to get Shuliak admitted to Columbia University's dental school after she was initially rejected. A DOJ ledger shows Epstein made $631,000 in tuition payments to Shuliak alone. Was reportedly one of the last people to visit Epstein at the Metropolitan Correctional Center before his death in August 2019.
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Karyna Shuliak is mentioned in documents or reporting related to the Epstein case. Being mentioned does not imply any wrongdoing, criminal conduct, or inappropriate behavior.
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Background
Karyna Shuliak is a Belarusian national who maintained a close personal relationship with Jeffrey Epstein from at least 2012 until his death in August 2019. Documentary evidence from the EFTA files reveals an extensive email correspondence between Shuliak and Epstein spanning 2012 through at least 2016, as well as significant financial entanglements including bank accounts, trust beneficiary status, and authorized signatory roles on Epstein-linked entities.
Shuliak held a New York State driver's license issued on April 4, 2016, and had addresses listed in Brooklyn, NY (1440 Ocean Pkwy Apt 6E) and on East 66th Street in Manhattan. Financial records show she had banking relationships at JPMorgan Chase and Deutsche Bank, with Epstein-connected staff managing her account inquiries. She was named as a beneficiary of the Butterfly Trust, a trust entity for which Jeffrey Epstein was the grantor.
The documentary record shows Shuliak was integrated into Epstein's daily life, coordinating logistics with his staff including Lesley Groff and Ann Rodriguez, arranging food for plane travel, and communicating about social engagements with prominent individuals such as Ehud Barak and Kathryn Ruemmler.
Epstein Connection
Karyna Shuliak was Jeffrey Epstein's romantic partner, as evidenced by extensive personal email exchanges expressing affection and intimate details from 2012 onward. She was also deeply enmeshed in Epstein's financial infrastructure: she was an authorized signer on multiple accounts linked to Epstein entities including LSJE LLC, a joint account holder on at least one account (489505), and a named Ultimate Beneficial Owner (UBO) of the Butterfly Trust alongside Darren Indyke and Richard Kahn, with Epstein as grantor. Financial records document transfers to her accounts and a $150,000 payment to her in February 2018. She coordinated with Epstein's household and administrative staff on daily logistics and was included in communications regarding Epstein's meetings with high-profile individuals.
Key Allegations(11)
Shuliak was a named Ultimate Beneficial Owner (UBO) of the Butterfly Trust, alongside Darren Indyke and Richard Kahn, with Jeffrey Epstein as the grantor.
documentedShuliak was a beneficiary of the Butterfly Trust and received a $150,000 payment on 2/5/2018.
documentedShuliak was an authorized signer on accounts connected to Epstein entities including LSJE LLC and Interiors LLC, alongside Richard Kahn and Jeffrey Epstein.
documentedShuliak was a joint account holder and authorized signer on account 489505.
documentedBank transfers were made to Shuliak's JPMorgan Chase account from Epstein-connected trust accounts.
documentedShuliak had an Elite Checking with Interest account at Deutsche Bank.
documentedShuliak maintained a romantic relationship with Epstein, as evidenced by personal emails expressing affection.
documentedShuliak discussed 'Kaplan's classes' with Epstein in July 2012, potentially related to standardized test preparation.
documentedAn email between Shuliak and Epstein on August 13, 2012 referenced 'The Dean,' potentially in an educational admissions context.
documentedShuliak initiated a wire transfer of $13,370.68 from her account on February 14, 2019.
documentedShuliak had credit card accounts with transactions at Spotify, Equinox, and other vendors.
documentedLegal Status
Karyna Shuliak appears extensively in EFTA (Epstein Financial Transaction Analysis) documents as a recipient of financial transfers, authorized account signer, and beneficiary of trust structures. Multiple documents are marked 'CONFIDENTIAL - PURSUANT TO FED. R. CRIM. P. 6(e)' and 'DB-SDNY,' indicating they were part of grand jury proceedings in the Southern District of New York. No charges against Shuliak are documented in the provided evidence.
Notable Statements(8)
“And I love you..I can't wait”
“Can't wait to see you! Good night, and thank you for a great day, all the great days”
“That was Kaplan's classes, do you think it's a good idea”
“I am in Europe right now and coming back”
“Doesn't seem to work, her line is always busy”
“We are the only ones in the train car!:) pretty”
“Renato will pick up the liver at 5:30 from the original place you liked.”
“Was trying to call, can not reach your cell”
Key Relationships(8)
Extensive personal email correspondence from 2012 through 2016 showing romantic relationship, including expressions of love and intimate personal communications. Also financially connected as beneficiary of Epstein's Butterfly Trust and authorized signer on Epstein-linked accounts. (efta-efta01873105, efta-efta01871330, efta-01378766, efta-01378132)
Lesley Groff (Epstein's executive assistant) coordinated logistics with Shuliak, including food arrangements for plane travel. Shuliak cc'd Groff on emails. (efta-efta01791624, efta-efta01783379)
Richard Kahn was co-authorized signer with Shuliak on Epstein-linked accounts and co-UBO of the Butterfly Trust. (efta-01378132, efta-01378766)
Darren Indyke was co-UBO of the Butterfly Trust alongside Shuliak and Richard Kahn. (efta-01378766)
Bella Klein handled account balance inquiries for Shuliak's bank accounts. (efta-01378295, efta-01378290, efta-01378872)
Ann Rodriguez emailed Shuliak regarding Epstein's requests and forwarded voter registration card. (efta-efta01800895, efta-efta01783139)
Shuliak attempted to contact someone on behalf of Epstein in connection with Ehud Barak in July 2015. (efta-efta01804017)
Email shows Kathryn Ruemmler's meeting with Epstein was coordinated with Shuliak cc'd. (efta-efta01785599)
Timeline(36 events)
Wire transfer made to Karyna Shuliak's JPMorgan Chase account from a trust account (Stumpf P A. Trust Account 2).
Fax record documents wire transfer instructions directing funds to Shuliak's JPMorgan Chase account.
Email from Shuliak to Epstein: 'are you sleeping?'
Email from Shuliak to Epstein sharing personal health information.
Late-night email exchange between Shuliak and Epstein.
Shuliak emails Epstein about 'Kaplan's classes,' asking if it's a good idea.
Epstein emails Shuliak asking her to buy three more toothbrushes.
Shuliak emails Epstein: 'And I love you..I can't wait.'
Email exchange between Shuliak and Epstein referencing 'The Dean.'
Shuliak emails Epstein thanking him for 'a great day, all the great days.'
Shuliak emails Epstein that she was trying to call and could not reach his cell.
Group email sent to Epstein and Shuliak from an associate expressing missing them.
Email exchange between Shuliak and Epstein.
Book transfer made to Shuliak's account from Epstein-linked account.
Email exchange between Shuliak and Epstein.
Shuliak emails Epstein about a desk chair with screenshot attachment.
Photo taken that Shuliak later forwards to Epstein.
Shuliak sends photo from November 22, 2014 to Epstein.
Shuliak emails Epstein with image attachment.
Shuliak emails Epstein regarding difficulty reaching someone in connection with Ehud Barak.
Group email sent to Epstein, Shuliak, and others.
Shuliak participates in email thread about Halloween ideas.
Shuliak forwards Lesley Groff's email about food for plane tomorrow to Epstein.
Ann Rodriguez emails Shuliak and cc's Jeffrey and Danny Vicars about an Epstein request.
New York State driver's license issued to Karyna Shuliak, Class D.
Shuliak emails Epstein with photos from a train: 'We are the only ones in the train car!'
Shuliak emails Epstein with image attachment.
Shuliak emails that she is in Europe and coming back.
Shuliak emails Epstein about Renato picking up liver at 5:30.
Shuliak forwards email to Epstein.
Shuliak forwards email to Epstein about 'Bossman's Voters Card' from Ann Rodriguez.
Kathy Ruemmler confirmed to visit Epstein at 5pm; Shuliak cc'd on scheduling email.
Shuliak emails Epstein with images: 'So hot!!!'
Shuliak forwards email to Epstein.
$150,000 payment to Karyna Shuliak; documented as beneficiary of Butterfly Trust.
Shuliak initiates wire transfer of $13,370.68 from her account via memorandum to Brigid and Liam.
At a Glance
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Co-Document Mentions
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Known Connections (1)
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Document Mentions
Schedule (1)
2013-01-27 to 2013-01-27
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Financial Flows (3)
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