Dalai Lama’s Office Issues Firm Denial of Any Meeting With Jeffrey Epstein Amid File Leaks
Dharamsala – The office of the Dalai Lama has unequivocally denied allegations that the Tibetan spiritual leader ever met with or established a connection with the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The statement, released Sunday, directly addresses recent media speculation fueled by the release of thousands of pages of documents by the U.S. Department of Justice.
“We can unequivocally confirm that His Holiness has never met Jeffrey Epstein or authorized any meeting or interaction with him by anyone on His Holiness’s behalf,” the statement read, dismissing the circulating reports as “false and misleading.”
Deep Search: Inside the “Epstein Files” Mentions
The denial comes in response to reports that the Dalai Lama’s name appears approximately 169 times in the newly released cache of Epstein-related documents. While the volume of mentions has drawn significant attention, a deep analysis of the files suggests that the references are largely incidental or aspirational on Epstein’s part, rather than evidence of a relationship.
According to the documents, many of the mentions are found in the index of a book titled Massage for Dummies, which was included in the evidentiary files. Other references appear in emails where Epstein or his associates discussed potential high-profile meetings that never materialized. One widely circulated email from October 2012 features Epstein telling a contact that a “first step” to a meeting would be to connect with “Tenzin,” a reference that has caused confusion.
Background: The “Tenzin” Connection and Tenzin Dhonden
The “Tenzin” mentioned in Epstein’s correspondence is likely Tenzin Dhonden, a former personal peace emissary for the Dalai Lama who was suspended in 2017 amid a corruption investigation. Dhonden, a flamboyant figure known for cultivating relationships with wealthy Western donors, operated independently in many of his dealings.
Investigative reports indicate that while Dhonden may have moved in circles that overlapped with Epstein’s network—including connections to the NXIVM cult benefactors, the Bronfman sisters—there is no record of the Dalai Lama himself participating in these specific interactions. The distinction between the Dalai Lama and the independent actions of his former emissary is a critical detail often lost in the viral spread of the “169 mentions” statistic.
Objections and Counter-Claims
Despite the official denial, skepticism persists in some corners due to a specific allegation made by journalist Michael Wolff. In a recent podcast, Wolff claimed to have seen the Dalai Lama at Epstein’s Manhattan townhouse during a social gathering. Wolff, who has chronicled the inner workings of elite circles, described the scene as an “extraordinary” salon-like environment.
Critics of the Dalai Lama’s statement point to Wolff’s account as a potential contradiction to the “never met” claim. However, supporters and legal analysts argue that Wolff’s anecdotal account remains uncorroborated by flight logs, photos, or the extensive electronic trail left by Epstein, which documented his meetings with other world leaders in minute detail. The Dalai Lama’s office maintains that the spiritual leader’s schedule is a matter of public record and that no such visit occurred.
Context of the Disclosure
The release of these documents is part of a broader transparency effort mandated by the U.S. Congress, finalizing the disclosure of materials related to Epstein’s trafficking network. The files have implicated numerous global figures, prompting a wave of denials and clarifications. In the case of the Dalai Lama, the files appear to document Epstein’s desire to access the spiritual leader’s circle for prestige—a common pattern for the financier—rather than a confirmed association.
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