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Bill Gates' Associate Boris Nikolic's Controversial Emails with Jeffrey Epstein

3/28/2026, 2:10:46 PM

Core Event: Boris Nikolic's Emails with Jeffrey Epstein

Recent revelations from emails released by the Justice Department have brought to light troubling correspondence between Boris Nikolic, a longtime science adviser to Bill Gates, and the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. The emails, exchanged between 2011 and 2014, reveal Nikolic requesting "nude or semi nude" photos of women and engaging in crude discussions about their appearances, raising questions about the nature of his relationship with Epstein.

Background & Context: Gates and Epstein's Relationship

Bill Gates is believed to have first met Jeffrey Epstein in 2011, following Epstein's guilty plea for soliciting sex from a minor. Gates has characterized their relationship as focused on philanthropy and global health funding. However, the emails suggest a more casual and inappropriate tone, particularly through Nikolic's exchanges with Epstein, which included requests for explicit images and suggestive comments about women.

Key Figures: Boris Nikolic and Bill Gates

Boris Nikolic is a prominent figure in Gates' inner circle, serving as a science adviser. His interactions with Epstein, including invitations to Epstein's private island and discussions about women, have raised concerns about the boundaries of professional relationships within Gates' network. Gates has publicly stated that he met Epstein to explore potential philanthropic opportunities but later severed ties due to discomfort expressed by his then-wife after meeting Epstein.

Official Statements & Responses

Bill Gates has consistently denied any wrongdoing in his interactions with Epstein, asserting that he "did nothing illicit" and had no knowledge of Epstein's criminal activities. Gates has also dismissed claims suggesting deeper involvement with Epstein as false. His representatives have reiterated that Gates never stayed overnight at Epstein's properties and that his relationship with Epstein was ultimately a mistake.

Criticism & Opposition: Public Backlash

The resurfacing of these emails has sparked criticism from various quarters, particularly regarding the appropriateness of Nikolic's requests and the implications for Gates' judgment in associating with Epstein. Critics argue that the nature of the correspondence raises ethical questions about the professional conduct of individuals in Gates' circle.

Conflicting Reports & Gaps

While the emails provide insight into Nikolic's interactions with Epstein, there is no evidence that Gates was aware of the explicit nature of these exchanges. Gates has maintained that he never visited Epstein's island and has denied any involvement with Epstein's victims. However, the lack of clarity regarding the full extent of Gates' knowledge and involvement remains a point of contention.

Verbatim Quotes

  • “I willl be on the island starting tomor night till the 3rd ,, come whenver ou want.” — Jeffrey Epstein
  • “Did you arrange that she shoots for Victoria secret. Bill and I were joking that we will ask you for that!” — Boris Nikolic
  • “I am coming with Rosemary and Linda. Get ready ;).” — Boris Nikolic
  • “In another exchange, Nikolic told Epstein he had forwarded a birthday message to Gates and wrote, “we are sending him a big cake with stripers [sic] inside.” — Boris Nikolic

The emails between Boris Nikolic and Jeffrey Epstein reveal a troubling aspect of Gates' professional relationships, prompting ongoing scrutiny of the connections within his inner circle.