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Newly released documents from the investigation into the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein have named several prominent French personalities, sparking a wave of resignations and public denials.
While a mention in the files does not automatically imply criminal wrongdoing, the records reveal warm social relations, financial ties, and frequent correspondence—much of which occurred after Epstein’s 2008 conviction for procuring a child for prostitution.
Among the most significant fallout is the resignation of film producer Caroline Lang from her post as head of the Independent Production Union.
Reports emerged that she co-owned a company with Epstein in the U.S. Virgin Islands, intended for art investment.
Her father, former Culture Minister Jack Lang, also appears in the files, having reportedly attempted to broker a property deal for a friend with Epstein in 2015. Both have expressed shock at the revelations, with the elder Lang stating he was introduced to Epstein by filmmaker Woody Allen.
The files also implicate orchestra conductor Frederic Chaslin, who sent emails in 2013 offering to find a “great girl” for Epstein’s stay in Paris.
Chaslin has categorically denied any criminal association, claiming on social media that he was simply recommending a multilingual student to serve as a museum interpreter.
Similarly, Olivier Colom, a former advisor to ex-President Nicolas Sarkozy, was found to have exchanged sexist emails with Epstein while coordinating high-level political and banking introductions.
Additionally, Oscar-winning director Michel Hazanavicius confirmed he met Epstein twice following his 2012 success with The Artist.
He noted that he chose to distance himself from the financier after his partner, actress Berenice Bejo, became suspicious of Epstein’s character. These disclosures continue to highlight the vast reach of Epstein’s social circle among the French elite before his 2019 suicide.
