Two women who say they were sexually abused by Jeffrey Epstein have launched a lawsuit against former Victoria's Secret chief executive Les Wexner. They are accusing the ex-CEO of helping to enable Epstein's alleged crimes through money, influence and access to elite networks.
According to court documents, the plaintiffs — identified as Jane Doe 1 and Jane Doe 2 — claim they were 17 at the time of the alleged assaults, meaning they were minors under US law. They say they were recruited to Epstein's Manhattan mansion under the guise of massage work, where they were later sexually assaulted.
The lawsuit does not just focus on Epstein himself. It argues that his operation relied on powerful connections that helped him maintain credibility and avoid scrutiny for years.
Les Wexner, who bankrolled Jeffrey Epstein, testified under oath to the House Oversight Committee in February.
— Epstein File Search (@epsteinsearchin) June 25, 2026
Asked if he ever saw Epstein have sexual contact with girls, abuse them, or take massages from them, he answered three times: "Absolutely not." pic.twitter.com/gv5rwauXHj
How Wexner Allegedly Empowered Epstein's Network
At the centre of the lawsuit is the claim that Wexner provided Epstein with the financial backing and social legitimacy that made his lifestyle—and alleged crimes—possible.
The filing, as reported by TMZ, alleges Wexner gave Epstein substantial financial support over many years, including what is described as at least £150 million (around $200 million) between the late 1980s and mid-2000s. It also claims Epstein was given access to private aircraft allegedly used to transport victims.
One of the most serious allegations involves property. The lawsuit claims Wexner originally purchased a Manhattan townhouse in 1989 and later transferred it to Epstein for a fraction of its value. That property went on to become closely associated with Epstein's criminal case and investigations.
The plaintiffs also argue that Wexner helped boost Epstein's public status by appointing him as trustee and director of The Wexner Foundation. The move reportedly gave him credibility within elite business and social circles.
Epstein himself was arrested in 2019 on federal sex trafficking charges involving minors. He died in jail the same year while awaiting trial, a case that continues to fuel global scrutiny and conspiracy theories.
The lawsuit argues that without these alleged resources and connections, Epstein would not have been able to sustain the network accused of facilitating abuse over many years.
2 Alleged Epstein Victims Sue Ex-Victoria's Secret CEO Les Wexner https://t.co/adbqupVQ5N
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Les Wexner's Rise in American Fashion Industry
Les Wexner is one of the most influential figures in modern American retail. He is the founder of L Brands, the company behind Victoria's Secret, Bath & Body Works and other major fashion and lifestyle brands.
Victoria's Secret, in particular, became a global powerhouse under his leadership after his company acquired it in 1982. Originally a small US lingerie retailer, it grew into a multi-billion-dollar fashion empire known for its bold marketing, high-profile models and the iconic Victoria's Secret Fashion Show
Wexner's business reputation was built on turning niche retail concepts into mass-market global brands. At its peak, Victoria's Secret was not just a store — it was a cultural phenomenon, shaping beauty standards and defining an era of lingerie advertising.
Where Is the Former VS Boss Now?
Wexner stepped down as CEO of L Brands in 2020 after decades at the helm of the company he founded. Since then, he has largely retreated from public life, maintaining a low-profile presence despite ongoing media attention.
While he remains a billionaire philanthropist and one of the most recognisable names in retail history, much of the public discussion around him today is tied to his past association with Jeffrey Epstein.
As legal proceedings continue, the lawsuit adds another layer to the long-running scrutiny surrounding Epstein's network — and the powerful figures who moved within its orbit.
