Katie Couric
TV journalist; attended 2010 Epstein dinner; 3 black book numbers; wrote about it in memoir
According to DOJ-released documents indexed by Epstein Exposed, Katie Couric appears in 0 case documents, 1 flight log entry, and 18 email records in the Epstein files.
Television journalist and former CBS Evening News anchor who attended a dinner at Epstein's New York townhouse in 2010 - two years after his 2008 conviction. Listed in Epstein's black book with 3 phone numbers. In her 2021 memoir 'Going There,' Couric described arriving at the dinner to find Woody Allen, Charlie Rose, George Stephanopoulos, and Chelsea Handler among the guests. She wrote that the evening felt 'creepy' and noted Epstein kept 'young women around' who were 'not particularly verbal.' Couric also described a separate occasion where she and her then-boyfriend attended a screening at Epstein's home.
Despite describing discomfort, Couric acknowledged she did not investigate or report on Epstein at the time, a decision she later expressed regret about. She has stated she did not know the extent of Epstein's criminal conduct. No allegations of wrongdoing have been made against Couric.
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Katie Couric 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
Katie Couric is an American television journalist who served as co-anchor of NBC's Today show and later as anchor of the CBS Evening News. She is among the most prominent broadcast journalists in the United States and has authored books including her 2021 memoir 'Going There.' In the context of the Epstein case, Couric's name appears across dozens of documents spanning Epstein's contact records, social event guest lists, email correspondence, and media coverage of Epstein's post-conviction social rehabilitation efforts.
Couric was listed in Jeffrey Epstein's black book with three phone numbers and associated coded notations, indicating she was a known social contact. She is most frequently referenced in connection with a widely reported dinner at Epstein's New York townhouse held after his 2008 conviction and release from jail, which was attended by other media figures and high-profile individuals. She also appeared in Epstein's email correspondence and participated in an educational media project -- Poetry in America -- that received funding linked to Epstein.
No allegations of wrongdoing have been made against Couric in any of the reviewed documents. Her appearances in the record are consistent with a person who was part of New York's elite social circuit and who interacted with Epstein in that context.
Epstein Connection
Couric's connection to Epstein is documented through multiple vectors: (1) She was listed in Epstein's black book with three phone numbers. (2) She attended a post-incarceration dinner at Epstein's New York townhouse alongside Woody Allen, Charlie Rose, George Stephanopoulos, Chelsea Handler, and Prince Andrew, as reported by multiple documents citing the New York Post. (3) Epstein directly emailed Couric on April 22, 2012, inviting her for coffee. (4) An email shows Couric coordinating attendance at what appears to be an Epstein-related social event with Chelsea Handler. (5) She participated in the Poetry in America educational project, which received funding from Jeffrey Epstein and Leon Black. (6) She was listed alongside Epstein as an invitee to the New York Observer 25th Anniversary event in March 2013. These connections are social and professional in nature; no documents allege any complicity in or knowledge of Epstein's criminal conduct.
Key Allegations(7)
Couric attended a 'housewarming dinner' at Epstein's New York townhouse after his 2008 release from jail, alongside Woody Allen, Charlie Rose, George Stephanopoulos, Chelsea Handler, and Prince Andrew.
documentedCouric was listed in Epstein's black book (the 'little black book' stolen by former employee Alfredo Rodriguez) with three phone numbers.
documentedJeffrey Epstein emailed Couric directly on April 22, 2012, inviting her for coffee the week of May 7.
documentedCouric helped coordinate attendance at a social event in Epstein's circle, inviting Chelsea Handler and her boyfriend Brooks Perlin.
documentedCouric participated in the Poetry in America educational project, which received funding from Jeffrey Epstein and a significant gift from Leon Black.
documentedCouric was listed as an invitee alongside Epstein at the New York Observer 25th Anniversary event hosted by Jared Kushner on March 14, 2013.
documentedLegal Status
Couric is named in Epstein's black book and appears across multiple documents in the House Oversight and EFTA record sets. She is referenced as a social contact and dinner attendee. No allegations of criminal conduct, no charges, and no investigation pertaining to Couric have been identified in the reviewed documents.
Notable Statements(3)
“Come for coffee , week of may 7?? Sorry for all the typos .Sent from my iPhone”
“Brava and thanks for including us. Have a lovely trip to the DR.”
“Katie Couric. She is asking Chelsea Handler and bf Brooks Perlin. She is trying to come. If Chelsea says yes, they will...”
Contradictions(1)
Couric has publicly stated she attended a single dinner at Epstein's home and described the evening as 'creepy,' implying limited engagement.
Documentary evidence shows multiple touchpoints: Couric was listed in Epstein's black book with 3 phone numbers; Epstein emailed her directly in April 2012 inviting her for coffee; she actively coordinated attendance at Epstein-related events with Chelsea Handler; she sent a personal thank-you note found in Epstein-related correspondence; and she participated in a poetry project funded by Epstein. These suggest an ongoing social relationship extending well beyond a single dinner.
Key Relationships(8)
Couric was listed in Epstein's black book with 3 phone numbers. Epstein emailed Couric directly on April 22, 2012 inviting her for coffee. She attended his post-conviction dinner and was referenced in multiple Epstein email chains as a social contact. [efta-efta01762318, efta-efta01870035, d-20776, d-35406]
Charlie Rose attended the same post-conviction Epstein dinner as Couric, and an email references both Rose and Couric in the context of coordinating attendance at an Epstein-related gathering. [d-20776, efta-efta01801477]
Couric invited Chelsea Handler and her boyfriend Brooks Perlin to attend a social event in Epstein's circle, and Handler is documented as attending the same post-conviction dinner. [efta-efta01801477, d-20776]
Woody Allen was present at the same Epstein post-conviction dinner as Couric. Both are repeatedly mentioned together in articles and emails about Epstein's social circle. [d-20776, d-21660, d-22105]
George Stephanopoulos attended the same post-conviction dinner at Epstein's townhouse as Couric. [d-20776, d-25605]
Prince Andrew reportedly attended the same post-conviction dinner at Epstein's New York townhouse as Couric. [d-20776, d-18400, d-26724]
Peggy Siegal, a known publicist in Epstein's circle, is referenced in email chains that also discuss Couric's attendance at Epstein events and the Daily Beast article naming Couric. [d-28166, d-37192]
Leon Black's gift funded the Poetry in America project in which Couric participated as an on-camera interpreter. Both Epstein and Black financially supported the project. [d-21689, d-24063, d-26354]
Timeline(9 events)
Couric listed in Jeffrey Epstein's black book with 3 phone numbers and coded notations (ON-CAM/ NY 100/ LI/ TEEN/ ME/ 400).
Couric attended a post-incarceration dinner at Epstein's New York townhouse, alongside Woody Allen, Charlie Rose, George Stephanopoulos, Chelsea Handler, and Prince Andrew. Multiple sources describe this as a 'housewarming dinner to celebrate his release from jail.'
Daily Beast publishes article titled 'Bill Clinton, Katie Couric, Woody Allen: Jeffrey Epstein's Society Friends Close Ranks,' which Epstein subsequently circulated to associates including Boris Nikolic and Peggy Siegal.
Boris Nikolic emails Epstein asking how the Daily Beast obtained details of the dinner with Woody Allen and others, implying insider sourcing. Epstein references the article and discusses a planned Paris meeting on May 2.
Jeffrey Epstein emails Katie Couric directly, inviting her for coffee the week of May 7, 2012.
Both Couric and Epstein are listed as invitees to the New York Observer 25th Anniversary event at the Four Seasons Restaurant, hosted by Jared Kushner.
Richard Kahn forwards Google search results about Epstein to Epstein himself; one result is the Daily Beast article naming Katie Couric and Woody Allen among Epstein's 'society friends.'
Poetry in America project, listing Couric as an on-camera interpreter discussing Elizabeth Bishop, is scheduled for nationwide launch. The project received Epstein funding and a significant gift from Leon Black.
Harvard professor Lisa New emails Epstein with a fundraising update listing Couric among on-camera interpreters 'already filmed or ready to film.'
At a Glance
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2 sources for flight appearances
Epstein Flight Logs (1 entries)
2000
“Appeared on 1 documented flights between Teterboro Airport, NJ and Palm Beach International, FL”
Sources
1 source for known connections
Shared Flight Appearances
“Appears on flights with 3 other persons in the Epstein network”
Sources
1 source for black book status
Epstein's Black Book
“Listed with 3 phone numbers in the contact directory seized by authorities”
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Known Connections (3)
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Flight Log Appearances (1)
| Date | Route | Aircraft | Co-Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 10, 2000 | Teterboro Airport, NJ → Palm Beach International, FL | N908JE | Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, Sarah Kellen |
Document Mentions
Email Mentions (18)
Re: and....another bit of advice ...P on WA
politicians I have taped Bill Clinton Al Gore, John McCain Mayor Rahm Emanuel Mayor Tom Menino Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan Sir Mervyn Kin
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According to Friday's NY Post Jeffrey Epstein returned to New York City "making wisecracks about his just-ended jail stint for having sex with an unde
Poetry Update and Thank You
Dear Jeffrey, May I drop by before the New Year (perhaps on the 9th, or on the 17th or 18th?) to get your advice about my renewal of the Templeton c
Fwd: INVITE NY OBSERVER 25TH ANNIVERSARY
Begin forwarded message: From: Subject: INVITE NY OBSERVER 25TH ANNIVERSARY Date: March 7, 2013 7:31:14 AM EST 1 Dear Mr. Jeffrey Epstein Jared K
Re:
The Women in the World Summit opens April 12 and runs through April 14 with a power packed agenda of remarkable female newsmakers sharing their storie
Re: and....another bit of advice ...2P on WA
politicians I have taped Bill Clinton Al Gore, John McCain Mayor Rahm Emanuel Mayor Tom Menino Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan Sir Mervyn Kin
Poetry Update and Thank You
Dear Jeffrey, May I drop by before the New Year (perhaps on the 9th, or on the 17th or 18th?) to get your advice about my renewal of the Templeton c
INVITE NY OBSERVER 25TH ANNIVERSARY
Dear Mr. Jeffrey Epstein Jared Kushner, New York's youngest powerhouse publisher, is celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the New York Observer on Thu
Women in the World Summit
The Women in the World Summit opens April 12 and runs through April 14 with a power packed agenda of remarkable female newsmakers sharing their storie
raw text
According to Friday's NY Post Jeffrey Epstein returned to New York City "making wisecracks about his just-ended jail stint for having sex with an unde
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