# Prince Andrew Facilitated Meeting Between Jeffrey Epstein and Australian Prime Minister’s Daughter
A newly revealed email exchange, part of the ongoing review of the Epstein Files by the US Congress, shows Prince Andrew offered to arrange a meeting between convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and Katherine Keating, the daughter of former Australian Prime Minister Paul Keating. The correspondence raises further questions about the extent of the Prince’s involvement with Epstein and his network.
The exchange, dating back to February 16, 2011, details Epstein’s request to Andrew: “Would you ask Katherine Keating if she would like to come for dinner with Woody allen next week in new York?” Andrew’s reply was succinct: “Will do.”
Two days later, on the Prince’s 51st birthday, Epstein followed up, writing, “what will you do tomorrow? Sorry I cannot be there as you get older.” Andrew responded, stating he was having a “very quiet day” but planned a dinner party “on the Keating case.”
Ms. Keating, now 44, has confirmed for the first time that Andrew “fixed” a dinner with Epstein in 2011. “I did attend a February dinner at Andrew’s invitation – a large social event,” she told the Mail on Sunday. She further recalled being photographed waving goodbye to Andrew after he stayed at Epstein’s New York mansion for another dinner hosted by the financier two months prior.
At the time of the email exchange, Ms. Keating was 29 years old. Her father, Paul Keating, served as Australia’s Prime Minister and gained international recognition, including a memorable moment putting his arm around Queen Elizabeth II, earning him the nickname “The Lizard of Oz.”
Did you know?– Paul Keating served as Australia’s Prime Minister from 1991 to 1996, overseeing important economic reforms and forging closer ties with Asia.
Ms. Keating described the dinner as a “large social event,” noting the presence of prominent figures including American broadcasters Barbara Walters, Charlie Rose, and Katie Couric. She added that,having recently arrived in New York – only ten weeks prior – she was receptive to social invitations.
Crucially, there is no indication that Ms. Keating was aware of, or involved in, any illicit activities associated with Epstein or his associates.
The revelations come amidst continued scrutiny of Prince Andrew’s relationship with Epstein. He previously claimed during a 2019 Newsnight interview with Emily Maitlis that a subsequent trip to New York was to end his association with epstein. Though, further evidence has emerged, including a 2011 email in which Andrew promised Epstein they would “play some more soon,” suggesting continued contact.
Pro tip:– The “Epstein Files” refer to court documents released following a lawsuit against Epstein’s estate, detailing allegations of sex trafficking and abuse.
The circumstances surrounding how Andrew and Ms.Keating initially connected remain unclear. Some reports suggest a possible connection thru Ghislaine Maxwell,a close associate of both Epstein and Andrew,currently serving a 20-year sentence for sex trafficking.
Why did this happen? Jeffrey Epstein sought to expand his network of influential contacts, and Prince andrew, a member of the British Royal Family, was able to facilitate introductions. Epstein specifically requested Andrew arrange a dinner between Katherine Keating and himself, and Andrew agreed.
Who was involved? The key figures are Prince Andrew, Jeffrey Epstein, Katherine Keating, and her father, former Australian Prime Minister Paul Keating. Ghislaine Maxwell is also implicated as a potential connection between Andrew and Epstein. Prominent figures Barbara Walters, Charlie Rose, and Katie Couric were also present at the dinner.
