Vanity Fair: 'The Talented Mr. Epstein' Profile (March 2003)
The March 2003 Vanity Fair profile by Vicky Ward, one of the earliest major media examinations of Jeffrey Epstein's wealth, connections, and lifestyle. The article raised questions about the source of his fortune but did not include abuse allegations that Ward later said were removed before publication.
One of the first major media profiles of Jeffrey Epstein, examining his mysterious wealth and elite social connections. Journalist Vicky Ward later revealed that allegations of sexual misconduct were cut from the article before publication, highlighting early media challenges in reporting on Epstein.