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When Jeffrey Epstein Needed Favors, This Restaurant Mogul Was There

NYT > Business·June 5, 2026

Stephen Hanson, a prominent restaurant mogul, was a close friend and associate of Jeffrey Epstein, often providing favors and assistance. Hanson's restaurant empire, which included establishments like Blue Water Grill and Ruby Foo's, played a role in managing and entertaining the women in Epstein's social circle. As a devoted friend and wingman, Hanson helped facilitate Epstein's interactions with these women. Hanson's involvement with Epstein highlights the complex web of relationships surrounding the disgraced financier.

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