Jean-Luc Brunel
French modeling agent; charged with sex trafficking; died in custody before trial
French modeling agent (born September 18, 1946) who ran Karin Models in Paris from the late 1970s before co-founding MC2 Model Management in 2005 with financial backing of up to $1 million from Jeffrey Epstein. Connected with Epstein through Ghislaine Maxwell in the 1980s. S. Virgin Islands, and Paris. Multiple former models accused Brunel of drugging and sexually assaulting them while they were minors, alleging he used his modeling agencies as a pipeline to supply young women to Epstein.
Virginia Giuffre testified that Brunel provided girls as young as 12. A 1999 BBC MacIntyre Undercover investigation examined abuse in the fashion industry linked to Brunel. French authorities documented approximately 70 visits by Brunel to Epstein at the Metropolitan Correctional Center in 2019.
Arrested December 16, 2020, at Charles de Gaulle airport while attempting to board a flight to Senegal and charged with rape of minors, sexual assault, and sex trafficking of minors. Found dead by hanging in his cell at La Sante prison on February 19, 2022, at age 75, before his case could go to trial. His death drew immediate comparisons to Epstein's August 2019 death in custody.
At a Glance
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4 sources for flight appearances
Epstein Flight Logs (21 entries)
1998-2007
“Appeared on 21 documented flights between Paris Le Bourget, France and Teterboro Airport, NJ”
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10 sources for document mentions
court filing: 20-cr-330 (AJN) Document 1032
“The document argues that Ms. Maxwell should be granted bail due to the unlikelihood of her fleeing a”
court filing: 2017-00330
“The document is a court filing by Ms. Maxwell's defense team, arguing that she should be granted bai”
FBI CID Co-Conspirator Designation - Wexner, Groff, Brunel
2019-08-15
“An FBI Criminal Investigative Division document dated August 15, 2019, listing Leslie Wexner, Lesley”
Telephone message records: DOJ-OGR-00015496
“The document contains records of telephone messages left for Jeffery on January 10, 2005, from calle”
Telephone message records: DOJ-OGR-00015498
“The document contains a series of telephone message records for Jeffroy, detailing calls from Jean-L”
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2 sources for known connections
Shared Flight Appearances
“Appears on flights with 17 other persons in the Epstein network”
Co-Document Mentions
“Named alongside other network members in 67 documents”
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1 source for black book status
Epstein's Black Book
“Listed with 10 phone numbers in the contact directory seized by authorities”
Known Connections (17)
Flight Log Appearances (21)
| Date | Route | Aircraft | Co-Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 25, 1998 | Paris Le Bourget, France → Teterboro Airport, NJ | N908JE | Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, Sarah Kellen |
| Aug 20, 1999 | Teterboro Airport, NJ → Paris Le Bourget, France | N908JE | Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, Sarah Kellen |
| Aug 28, 1999 | Paris Le Bourget, France → London Luton Airport, UK | N908JE | Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell |
| Aug 20, 2000 | Teterboro Airport, NJ → Paris Le Bourget, France | N908JE | Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, Sarah Kellen +1 |
| Sep 15, 2000 | Paris Le Bourget, France → Rabat-Salé Airport, Morocco | N908JE | Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell |
| May 28, 2003 | Teterboro Airport, NJ → Paris Le Bourget, France | N908JE | Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, Sarah Kellen +1 |
| May 8, 2004 | Teterboro Airport, NJ → Paris Le Bourget, France | N908JE | Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, Sarah Kellen +1 |
| Mar 25, 2005 | Palm Beach International, FL → Paris Le Bourget, France | N908JE | Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, Sarah Kellen |
| Sep 10, 1999 | Teterboro Airport, NJ → Paris Le Bourget, France | N908JE | Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, Sarah Kellen +1 |
| Sep 18, 1999 | Paris Le Bourget, France → Teterboro Airport, NJ | N908JE | Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, Sarah Kellen |
| Sep 2, 2000 | London Luton Airport, UK → Paris Le Bourget, France | N212JE | Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, Virginia Roberts |
| Feb 25, 2001 | London Luton Airport, UK → Paris Le Bourget, France | N908JE | Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, Virginia Roberts |
| Mar 2, 2001 | Paris Le Bourget, France → Teterboro Airport, NJ | N908JE | Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, Sarah Kellen +1 |
| May 15, 2002 | Teterboro Airport, NJ → Paris Le Bourget, France | N908JE | Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, Sarah Kellen |
| May 20, 2002 | Paris Le Bourget, France → London Luton Airport, UK | N212JE | Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell |
| Jun 15, 2003 | Teterboro Airport, NJ → Paris Le Bourget, France | N908JE | Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, Sarah Kellen +1 |
| Jun 20, 2003 | Paris Le Bourget, France → London Stansted Airport, UK | N212JE | Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell |
| May 18, 2003 | Teterboro Airport, NJ → Paris Le Bourget, France | N908JE | Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, Sarah Kellen |
| May 20, 2004 | Paris Le Bourget, France → London Luton Airport, UK | N908JE | Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, Sarah Kellen |
| Dec 15, 2004 | Teterboro Airport, NJ → Paris Le Bourget, France | N908JE | Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, Sarah Kellen |
Document Mentions (16)
Jean-Luc Brunel / MC2 Model Management Records
Records related to Jean-Luc Brunel and MC2 Model Management, the modeling agency co-founded with Epstein's financial backing. Brunel was arrested in Paris in December 2020 on charges of rape and sex trafficking of minors. He was found dead in his cell in February 2022. The records documented Epstein's financing of the agency and its alleged role in the trafficking network.
FBI CID Co-Conspirator Designation - Wexner, Groff, Brunel
An FBI Criminal Investigative Division document dated August 15, 2019, listing Leslie Wexner, Lesley Groff, and Jean-Luc Brunel as 'co-conspirators' in the Epstein investigation. The document was originally heavily redacted but unredacted by DOJ on February 10, 2026 following Congressional pressure under the Epstein Files Transparency Act. Wexner's attorneys stated the AUSA told his counsel in 2019 that he was 'neither a co-conspirator nor target in any respect.' No charges were ever brought against Wexner. Brunel was later charged in France but died in custody in February 2022 before trial. Groff was investigated by SDNY but the investigation concluded in December 2021 without charges.
court filing: 20-cr-330 (AJN) Document 1032
The document argues that Ms. Maxwell should be granted bail due to the unlikelihood of her fleeing and the risks posed by COVID-19 at the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC), where she is being held. It counters the government's argument that she could flee to another country and highlights the risk of COVID-19 transmission and potential disruption to her legal representation. The filing requests the court to order her release on bail under strict conditions.
court filing: 2017-00330
The document is a court filing by Ms. Maxwell's defense team, arguing that she should be granted bail due to the unlikelihood of her fleeing to France or the UK, given her extradition waivers and the substantial bail package proposed. The filing also highlights COVID-19 concerns at the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) and argues that these concerns further justify her release on bail.
Telephone message records: DOJ-OGR-00015496
The document contains records of telephone messages left for Jeffery on January 10, 2005, from callers including Jean-Luc, Derrick, and Mr. Coppefield. The messages indicate that the callers requested Jeffery to call them back. The document is labeled as a government exhibit in a court case.
Telephone message records: DOJ-OGR-00015498
The document contains a series of telephone message records for Jeffroy, detailing calls from Jean-Luc and Darren on January 10, 2005, at various times. The messages indicate that the callers attempted to reach Jeffroy multiple times. The document is marked as 'GOVERNMENT EXHIBIT 3-DD S2 20 Cr. 330 (AJN)', suggesting its relevance to a federal court case.
Notes or Investigative Document: DOJ-OGR-00022385
The document lists various individuals associated with Jeffrey Epstein, including business contacts, employees, and acquaintances, with notes on their roles and potential relevance to investigations. It highlights Epstein's connections to various locations and individuals, including those allegedly involved in misconduct. The document may be significant in understanding Epstein's network and activities.
Telephone message log or memo: DOJ-OGR-00031766
The document contains a series of telephone message logs from March 2005, detailing calls from various individuals to recipients such as Jeffrey, J.E., and M.J. Epstein. The messages are marked with timestamps and indicate the caller's intentions. The document is associated with a public records request.
Telephone message logs: DOJ-OGR-00032415
This document contains logs of telephone messages received for Jeffry on January 19, 2005, from callers named Jean-Luc, Dorren, and Copodifer. The messages indicate that the callers requested Jeffry to call them back. The document is associated with a public records request number.
Telephone message logs: DOJ-OGR-00032524
The document contains a series of telephone message logs for individuals named J.E. and Jeffry, detailing calls from various people, including M Eva, George Dowsen, Jean-Luc, and Alicia, with phone numbers and timestamps.
Telephone message records: DOJ-OGR-00032558
The document contains a series of telephone message records for Jeffry, detailing calls from Jean-Luc, Natalie, and Dr. Mr. Kreuss on March 20 and 21, 2005, regarding various topics including Alinas and a project.
Telephone message logs: DOJ-OGR-00032562
The document contains logs of telephone messages, primarily for a person named Patricy, discussing a medical condition and including messages from Jean-Luc and Joanna S. The messages mention a 'Brad/Slavian virus' and its potential effects on the muscle.
Telephone message logs: DOJ-OGR-00032563
The document contains a series of telephone message logs for individuals named Jeffrey/Jeffry and Ghislaine, detailing calls from various people with different phone numbers and messages.
Telephone message log: DOJ-OGR-00032987
The document is a log of telephone messages received on different dates, including messages for Mike Haleyos, Joe, and a personal message about a bike. One of the calls is related to a public records request.
Telephone message logs: doj-ogr-00032535
This document contains logs of telephone messages for J.E. and Jeffry from various individuals, including Eva, George Dowson, Jean-Luc, and Alicia, with dates and times of calls, and in some cases, phone numbers. The messages indicate that these individuals telephoned, wanted to see J.E. or Jeffry, and in some cases, were responded to. The document is associated with a public records request.
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Email Mentions (3)
Paris Visit
Jeffrey, Looking forward to seeing you in Paris next month. I have arranged several meetings with new models for the agency. The apartment is ready
MC2 expansion
Jean-Luc, The expansion into Miami is proceeding well. Continue to send the portfolios. I will review and let you know which ones to bring over. Je
New faces
Jean-Luc, Bring the new girls to the island next month. The usual arrangements. Jeffrey
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