Whoopi Goldberg Addresses Epstein Ties: "I Wasn't His Girlfriend"

Whoopi Goldberg addressed her inclusion in documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, denying any personal connection. She explained how her name appeared due to a charity's attempt to arrange travel for an event.

Context of Goldberg's Mention

On ABC’s The View, Goldberg stated that her name was linked to a request from a charity for a private plane to Monaco. The charity contacted various plane owners as part of their efforts, leading to Goldberg's name appearing in associated files.

Clarification on Document Appearance

Goldberg and her co-hosts discussed how names show up in documents without implying guilt. Co-host Joy Behar emphasized this point by noting anyone could be named without wrongdoing. Goldberg concurred, stressing she never flew on Epstein's planes.

Response to Public Reactions

Goldberg highlighted the dangers of online speculation turning into false narratives about individuals. She reiterated having no personal ties with Epstein and emphasized the necessity of factual evidence before making claims.

Amid wider scrutiny relating to Epstein-related documents released under the Epstein Files Transparency Act, Goldberg used her own situation to illustrate how peripheral contact can result in unwarranted assumptions of guilt.

The documents release, intended for transparency, has faced criticism over redactions and handling of sensitive information, echoing broader public debates in the US about the case. Goldberg stood firm on separating references from implications of wrongdoing during these discussions.