Longevity Expert Dr. Peter Attia Apologizes for Emails Sent to Jeffrey Epstein
Dr. Peter Attia, a noted longevity expert, recently expressed regret over a series of inappropriate emails exchanged with the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. This acknowledgment follows the release of new documents by the Justice Department, which detailed Attia’s communications with Epstein.
Apology for Inappropriate Correspondence
Attia described the emails as “embarrassing, tasteless, and indefensible.” Despite the scrutiny surrounding these messages, he has not faced any allegations of criminal wrongdoing. His name appears in Justice Department records hundreds of times, indicating a more extensive correspondence with Epstein than previously understood.
Context and Content of Emails
In one notable email from 2016, Attia jokingly commented on diet, stating, “P*y is, indeed, low carb.” Following media reports on the emails, he shared an apology on social media, clarifying that he never engaged in any criminal activities, nor did he attend any illicit gatherings associated with Epstein.
- Attia insists that he never flew on Epstein’s private jet.
- He confirmed that he had never visited Epstein’s island.
- His last correspondence with Epstein took place in the spring of 2019, shortly before Epstein’s arrest and subsequent death.
Meetings with Epstein
From 2014 to 2019, Attia states he met Epstein approximately seven or eight times. These meetings primarily revolved around research studies and networking opportunities in New York City. In retrospect, Attia expressed regret for allowing such correspondence to become public, acknowledging the humiliation tied to these revelations.
Details from the Released Documents
The documents also contained a 2015 exchange where Attia referred to a “fresh shipment,” to which Epstein responded humorously. Attia later clarified that this reference was to a medication he had obtained for personal use. He expressed embarrassment over the banter in these exchanges, stating that he viewed the tone as juvenile at the time.
Background on Jeffrey Epstein
Epstein was a convicted sex offender whose earlier plea deal in a Florida case in 2008 allowed him to avoid federal charges. He was arrested on multiple federal sex trafficking charges in July 2019, just months before he was found dead in jail. Attia mentioned that while he had asked Epstein about his conviction, the answers he received at the time were greatly minimized.
Despite this troubling context, Attia maintained that he never witnessed illegal behavior during his interactions with Epstein and did not observe any underage individuals in Epstein’s company.
About Dr. Peter Attia
Dr. Peter Attia is a prominent figure in the field of longevity research. He founded Outlive, a health app designed to help people implement longevity science into their daily lives. He also leads Early Medical, a practice focused on extending healthy lifespans. Attia hosts “The Peter Attia Drive,” a well-regarded podcast, and is the author of “Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity.”
