Peter Thiel
Venture capitalist listed in Epstein's black book
Billionaire venture capitalist and co-founder of PayPal who appeared in Epstein's black book. No allegations of wrongdoing in connection with Epstein have been made.
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Peter Thiel 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
Peter Thiel is an American billionaire venture capitalist, co-founder of PayPal, and co-founder of Palantir Technologies. He was an early investor in Facebook, purchasing a 10% stake for $500,000. Thiel is known for his libertarian political philosophy, citing influences from Ayn Rand and René Girard. He gave a high-profile speech endorsing Donald Trump at the 2016 Republican National Convention, advocating for an end to 'stupid wars' and a rebuilding of infrastructure.
Thiel is a prominent figure in Silicon Valley and the broader technology industry, with connections to numerous high-profile individuals including Reid Hoffman, Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, and others in the tech and political spheres. He has co-organized exclusive, off-the-record retreats for influential figures from business, politics, and intelligence communities.
No allegations of wrongdoing in connection with Jeffrey Epstein have been made against Peter Thiel. However, documentary evidence from DOJ releases, court filings, and House Oversight materials reveals a sustained social and communication relationship between Thiel and Epstein spanning at least 2012 through 2017.
Epstein Connection
Peter Thiel appeared in Jeffrey Epstein's black book with three phone numbers. Documentary evidence shows a multi-year relationship including direct email correspondence, attendance at shared social gatherings, inclusion on Epstein's seminar/guest lists, and Thiel's co-organization of a private retreat to which Epstein was explicitly invited. Thiel attended dinners at Epstein's Manhattan residence alongside other prominent figures such as Bill Gates and Mort Zuckerman. He also attended an August 2015 dinner at Baume restaurant in Palo Alto where Epstein was present. Their direct email exchanges from 2014 through 2017 show coordination of meetings and social visits, with Epstein's staff scheduling appointments at Thiel's office as late as August 2017. The relationship appears to have been social and possibly professional in nature, with no documented evidence of Thiel's involvement in or knowledge of any of Epstein's criminal activities.
Key Allegations(9)
Thiel appeared in Epstein's black book with 3 phone numbers
documentedThiel attended a dinner at Baume restaurant in Palo Alto on August 2, 2015, hosted by Reid Hoffman, where Epstein was also present along with Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, Priscilla Chan, and Joi Ito
documentedThiel co-organized the 'Dialog 2014' retreat with Auren Hoffman and directly invited Jeffrey Epstein to attend at the Sundance Resort, described as 100% off-the-record
documentedThiel attended a gathering at Epstein's Manhattan residence during late September UN Week alongside Bill Gates and Mort Zuckerman
documentedThiel was included on Epstein's seminar guest lists alongside Larry Page, Tom Pritzker, Eric Schmidt, Jim Simons, Jes Staley, and others
documentedThiel and Epstein maintained direct email correspondence from at least 2014 through 2017, coordinating meetings and social visits
documentedEpstein described a social visit from Thiel as 'fun' and was considering allowing writer Michael Wolff access
documentedEpstein mentioned having Thiel 'early this week in new york' and stated Thiel 'is interested in helping to find mavericks'
documentedLegal Status
Peter Thiel appears in Epstein's black book, on seminar guest lists, in direct email correspondence with Epstein, and is referenced in multiple House Oversight and DOJ-released documents. No allegations of wrongdoing have been made against him in connection with Epstein.
Notable Statements(6)
“First approximation would be to pay off various loans”
“Yes, agreed... will call later today, sorry I'm so overdue”
“Not yet sure on Dec -- so far in the future!”
“Not sure yet - you interested in meeting some people on this”
“peter thiel came last night, fun. lets talk during the week. Im also trying to decide whether to let a writer ( miachel wolfe”
“I had peter thiel early this week in new york. he is interested in helping to find mavericks”
Key Relationships(11)
Extensive direct email correspondence from 2014-2017, attendance at Epstein's Manhattan gatherings, inclusion on Epstein seminar lists, and Thiel co-inviting Epstein to the 'Dialog 2014' retreat. Epstein's black book contained 3 phone numbers for Thiel. [efta-02640590, efta-02644502, efta-02640584, efta-01749479, efta-02173265, d-32054, d-25033]
Reid Hoffman hosted the Palo Alto dinner at Baume restaurant (August 2015) that both Thiel and Epstein attended. Hoffman's newsletter referenced a conversation with Thiel. Epstein facilitated introductions between Ian Osborne's contacts and Thiel/Hoffman. [d-efta-musk-dinner, d-36576, d-16238]
Both attended Epstein's late September UN Week gathering at his Manhattan residence alongside Mort Zuckerman. [d-22331, d-25033, d-26119, d-16553]
Both attended the August 2, 2015 dinner at Baume restaurant in Palo Alto where Epstein was present. [d-efta-musk-dinner]
Both attended the August 2, 2015 dinner at Baume restaurant in Palo Alto. [d-efta-musk-dinner]
Both attended the Palo Alto dinner in August 2015. Joi Ito sent an email to Epstein with subject line referencing Peter Thiel and Donald Trump. [d-efta-musk-dinner, d-27743]
Thiel endorsed Trump at the 2016 Republican National Convention. Thiel reported back on Trump's sincerity to others. Referenced together in Joi Ito's email to Epstein. [d-32882, d-14702, d-27743]
Both named in Epstein's emails. Epstein mentioned meeting Chomsky and referenced 'sat larry summers' in the same email to Thiel. [efta-02640584, d-24964]
Both attended Epstein's late September Manhattan gatherings alongside Bill Gates. [d-22331, d-25033, d-26119]
Epstein invited Thiel to join him in meeting Noam Chomsky in Tucson. [efta-02640584]
Lesley Groff, Epstein's assistant, sent scheduling messages regarding Thiel's appointments. [efta-01749303]
Timeline(17 events)
Ian Osborne arranges a meeting between his contact and Peter Thiel, coordinating through Jeffrey Epstein's network. Thiel's office requested meeting at their offices.
Epstein emails discussing potential introductions to Peter Thiel, Reid Hoffman, and other tech executives, with Ian Osborne suggesting 'Shall we do Peter Thiel for drinks?'
Invitation sent for the 'Dialog 2014' retreat co-organized by Peter Thiel and Auren Hoffman. Epstein directly invited alongside former senators, cabinet officials, and intelligence community figures. The retreat was described as 100% off-the-record with the entire Sundance Resort rented.
Lesley Groff sends email: 'Peter Thiel must cancel 11am brunch'
Thiel emails Epstein: 'First approximation would be to pay off various loans'
Epstein sends email listing Thiel among contacts for that week, alongside Larry Summers, Bill Burns, Gordon Brown, and others. Same email thread contains the remark 'girls?, careful 1 will renew an old habit'
Thiel emails Epstein: 'Not sure yet - you interested in meeting some people on this'
Epstein emails Thiel: 'time to speak?'
Thiel attends private dinner at Baume restaurant in Palo Alto hosted by Reid Hoffman, honoring MIT neuroscientist Ed Boyden. Epstein present. Other attendees: Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, Priscilla Chan, Joi Ito. Epstein photographed Musk and Zuckerberg at the table.
Email sent from 'Jojo' to Epstein with subject line mentioning 'Peter Theil / Trump'
Thiel emails Epstein regarding December plans: 'Not yet sure on Dec -- so far in the future!'
Epstein emails Thiel: 'im back in new york 26,-28. you. who would you like to visit'
Epstein emails Thiel: 'NOW GOOD'
Email exchange: Epstein sends Thiel a message referencing a BuzzFeed article with 'Careful!' warning. Thiel responds: 'Yes, agreed... will call later today, sorry I'm so overdue'
Email exchange: Epstein invites Thiel to meet Noam Chomsky in Tucson on Wednesday, mentioning Larry Summers for Saturday. Thiel asks about Epstein's Santa Fe/NYC schedule. Epstein replies: 'you will like it. tues?'
Epstein's staff sends scheduling alerts: 'should I reach out to Peter Thiel's assistant re a Friday appointment?' and 'Peter Thiel's Friday?'
Scheduling alert: 'Call Peter Thiel's office re tomorrow.' Appointment tentatively scheduled at 2:30 PM.
At a Glance
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1 source for document mentions
DOJ EFTA Release - Palo Alto Dinner Photo and Emails (August 2015)
2015-08-02
“DOJ-released documents showing Epstein attended a private dinner at Baume restaurant in Palo Alto on”
Sources
1 source for black book status
Epstein's Black Book
“Listed with 3 phone numbers in the contact directory seized by authorities”
Activity Timeline
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Offshore Connections (1)
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Document Mentions
Email Mentions (33)
Peter Thiel, Trump's Tech Pal, Explains Himself - NYTimes.com
https://mobile.nytimes.com/2017/01/11/fashion/peter-thiel-donald-trump-silicon-valley-technology- gawker.html?referer=http://www.drudgereport.com/
trump delegate? fun
trump delegate? fun
Re: Jawbone/Mort
Are you back now in NY? I'm in London but staying up to watch the Obama speech. Hosain's really keen to close this out by Monday.... It would help m
fact checking questions for New York Magazine story
Hi Jeffrey, Sorry for the phone tag. In case it's easier to respond by email, I have put my questions below. I'm at my desk and should be here until
Peter Thiel, Trump Adviser, Has a Backup Country: New Zealand
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/01/25/technology/peter-thiel-new-zealand-citizenship.html
Trump could tap tech entrepreneur Peter Thiel for Germany job: Report
http://www.cnbc.com/2017/01/20/trump-could-tap-tech-entrepreneur-peter-thiel-for-germany-j ob -rep ort.html
Invite to Dialog 2014 (16 months away)
Dear Fouad, Dear Lisa — You are invited to join us at Dialog 2014 -- a two-day bipartisan retreat discussing how to change the world. There will be n
2 Seminars-MONEY & POWER possible Invite List
Seminar-MONEY Marc Andreesen Paul Batista (Not sure this is who you mean) Jeff Bezos Sergey Brin Bill Gates Danny Hillis Danny Kahneman Jaron Lani
ICYMI
My occasional roundup of interesting links and writing I've shared — in case you missed them. :) New and Notable • We are thrilled to welcome Sarah T
fact checking questions for New York Magazine story
Hi Jeffrey, Sorry for the phone tag. In case it's easier to respond by email, I have put my questions below. I'm at my desk and should be here until
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Schedule (22)
2014-06-09 to 2016-10-07 · 12 entries verified across multiple documents
Dinner with Peter Thiel and Ehud Barak
Dinner with Peter Thiel and Ehud Barak (Barak will be bringing a guest)
Dinner with Peter Thiel and Ehud Barak
DINNER w/Peter Thiel and Ehud Barak (Peter will be bringing a guest)
DINNER w/Peter Thiel and Ehud Barak (Barak will be bringing a guest, Talia is Peter's assistant)
Appointment with Peter Thiel
Bill Burns joins Jeffrey and Peter Thiel meeting
Bill Burns will join Jeffrey and Peter Thiel meeting
Appointment with Peter Thiel
Dinner with Woody Allen, Kathy Ruemmler, and maybe Peter Thiel
Dinner with Woody Allen (JE to invite Kathy Ruemmler and Peter Thiel)
Dinner with Woody Allen, Jeffrey to invite Kathy Ruemmler and Peter Thiel
Lunch with Peter Thiel, Bob Kerry, Bill Burns is invited
NY
Lunch with Bob Kerrey, Peter Thiel, Kathy Ruemmler and Cass
Lunch with Peter Thiel, Bob Kerry, Bill Burns is invited
NY
Tentative lunch with Bob Kern, maybe Peter Thiel
Lunch with Peter Thiel
LUNCH w/Peter Thiel
Appt w/Peter Thiel (MM)
Appointment with Peter Thiel
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