Yes. Ghislaine Maxwell and Jeffrey Epstein had a romantic relationship beginning in the early 1990s that evolved over time. By the time of her trial in 2021, prosecutors described the relationship as central to understanding her motive and role.
Early Relationship: Through the 1990s, Maxwell and Epstein were publicly a couple, frequently photographed together at social events in New York, Palm Beach, London, and elsewhere.
Evolution: Over time, their relationship became primarily professional and managerial Maxwell managed his properties, staff, social calendar, and (as prosecutors established) his trafficking operation. She reportedly formed a romantic relationship with Scott Borgerson, whom she later married.
Maxwell’s Own Testimony: In her 2016 deposition in Giuffre v. Maxwell, Maxwell claimed she had not been in a romantic or sexual relationship with Epstein for many years and denied any knowledge of his crimes.
At Trial: The trajectory of the relationship from girlfriend to operational facilitator was used to explain both her intimate access to all aspects of his life and her motive to protect and serve his interests.
Maxwell married Scott Borgerson, a maritime technology executive, reportedly around 2016.