Over the last few years when courts first started to release court documents related to Jeffrey Epstein in various stages thousands of names have appeared in the media. Among these names is Deepak Chopra the well-known author and wellness entrepreneur. When people saw this disclosure they reacted in the same way they would most recently; people were asking how close did they (Epstein and Chopra) know each other? What did the messages between Epstein and Chopra say? And does knowing Epstein indicate something about Chopra beyond just having social contact with Epstein?
Here is what the record supports, what remains unproven, and why the story continues to resonate with readers who care about accountability, influence, and reputational risk in elite circles.
What Prompted Renewed Attention
Epstein’s 2019 arrest on federal sex trafficking charges unleashed one of the largest reputational reckonings in modern public life. After his death in jail that August, civil litigation and document releases continued. Court filings, email archives, and contact books revealed how extensively Epstein embedded himself within political, academic, financial, and cultural networks.
Deepak Chopra’s name appeared in released email exchanges. The messages, reported by multiple outlets after being unsealed in federal court proceedings, showed cordial communication and social references. They did not include evidence of criminal activity, nor did they allege that Chopra had knowledge of Epstein’s abuse network.
Still, in the post-Epstein environment, even limited contact raised public questions.
Chopra had close relationship with Epstein, told him to bring ‘your girls’ on trips https://t.co/y4V7m7n4FP
— Indrit (@IndritSelimi) February 23, 2026
A Timeline of Texts, Emails, and Meetings
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2016: Epstein jokes about losing a $10,000 bet to Donald Trump over Marla Maples' pregnancy, sending "a truck of baby food." Chopra replies, "Anything we share is between us," and Epstein trusts him alone. They discuss a Trump accuser dropping her suit; Chopra says "Good."
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February 2017: Chopra invites Epstein to Israel: "Come to with us. Relax and fun with interesting people. Bring girls. will be fun."
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March 2017: Chopra texts, "God construct. girls real," after a night out ending at 1 a.m., calling it "a blast."
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2017: Chopra shares a Kat Foster video ("innocent and smart"); Epstein: "secondary to cute." Epstein offers Chopra intros to Leonardo DiCaprio and Woody Allen dinners.
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July 2017: Epstein visits San Diego for Jiyo discussions, promises insurer contacts.
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Post-2016 Election: Chopra vents family devastation over Trump; Epstein reassures. Chopra shares anti-Trump article calling him vindictive.
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2018-2019: As scrutiny mounts, Chopra advises: "Stay silent. Meditate." From India, he sends affection; Epstein jokes, "Can you send it in female form." Meetings continue until months before Epstein's July 2019 arrest.
Chopra signed off with "Love" or "XO," once writing, "I'm deeply grateful for our friendship."
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The Tone That Raised Eyebrows
Messages blend spirituality and casual sleaze. Chopra described actress Kat Foster to Epstein in terms echoing objectification, while Epstein probed for Hollywood ties. Invites like "bring girls" and god-girls quips clash with Chopra's public image as a healer preaching transcendence. No evidence ties these to Epstein's trafficking, but they humanize a friendship many now question: Why engage a known offender so warmly?
Chopra visited Epstein's luxe pads multiple times, per correspondence, discussing health amid Epstein's legal woes. Epstein praised Chopra to Israel's Ehud Barak as Hollywood's guru "filled with stories."
Deepak Chopra’s Biography: From Physician to Global Wellness Brand
Born in 1946 in New Delhi, Chopra trained as a physician before moving to the United States, where he specialized in internal medicine and endocrinology. His career pivoted in the 1980s toward integrative medicine, blending Western clinical training with Eastern philosophical traditions.
Over four decades, he built a global brand centered on meditation, mind-body health, and consciousness research. His accomplishments include:
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Publishing more than 90 books, many of them bestsellers
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Co-founding the Chopra Center for Wellbeing
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Advising corporate leaders and speaking at international conferences
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Expanding into digital wellness platforms and AI-based health tools
Chopra’s influence in the wellness industry is substantial. He also has critics within the scientific community who question aspects of his claims around alternative medicine. That mix of prominence and debate makes him a frequent subject of scrutiny.
No Evidence of Criminal Involvement
It is important to draw a firm line between documented fact and speculation.
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No public evidence that Chopra participated in or had knowledge of Epstein’s trafficking crimes.
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No legal action naming him as a co-conspirator or accomplice.
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No court findings suggesting involvement beyond social communication.
This does not eliminate public curiosity, but it frames the factual boundary.
The legal system distinguishes between association and culpability. In Chopra’s case, the available documentation places him in the former category only.
What to Watch Next
DOJ's full "Epstein Library" may yield more on wellness figures; House Oversight could probe further. Chopra's silence beyond his statement invites deeper response—will he address specifics like "bring girls"? Readers: Vet influencers' associates. True healing demands integrity beyond mantras. If Chopra rebuilds via transparency, he models growth; otherwise, his fall warns of charisma's shadows. Victims' voices urge: Elite friendships aren't private when power imbalances lurk. Stay vigilant—wellness thrives on truth, not unchecked alliances.
