New York Giants co-owner Steve Tisch has publicly addressed his past association with the late financier Jeffrey Epstein, firmly denying he ever visited Epstein's private island. This statement comes in response to the release of extensive files by the US justice department, which mention Tisch's name over four hundred times.
Regret Over Association with Epstein
In a statement provided by the NFL team, Tisch expressed deep regret over his brief connection with Epstein, describing him as a "terrible person". The 76-year-old co-owner clarified that their association involved email exchanges about adult women, alongside discussions on movies, philanthropy, and investments. However, he emphasised that he "did not take him up on any of his invitations" to visit the infamous island.
Details from the Released Documents
The documents, disclosed under the Epstein Files Transparency Act, include approximately three million pages of material. Among these are emails reportedly showing Epstein connecting Tisch to numerous women. It is important to note that Tisch has never been charged with any crime related to the investigation into Epstein's activities.
The release of these files follows months of public and political pressure, mandating the government to open its records on Epstein and his confidant, Ghislaine Maxwell. Epstein died by suicide in a New York jail cell in August 2019, shortly after being indicted on federal sex trafficking charges.
Tisch's Background and Role with the Giants
Steve Tisch, who won an Academy Award in 1994 for producing Forrest Gump, serves as chairman and executive vice president of the New York Giants. His involvement with the team dates back to 1991, when his father, Preston Tisch, purchased a fifty percent stake from the Mara family. Tisch has maintained a prominent position in both the sports and entertainment industries throughout his career.
This development highlights the ongoing repercussions of the Epstein case, touching figures across various sectors, including high-profile sports ownership. The Giants organisation has yet to comment further on the matter, focusing on Tisch's personal statement regarding the association.
