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Mike Jeffries, the former CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch, has been linked to allegations that associate him with a global s*x trafficking ring involving young male models.
An episode of The Rotten Mango podcast, released on November 10, 2024, claimed Jeffries had connections to controversial personalities, such as Jeffrey Epstein and Sean "Diddy" Combs. Though there is no concrete evidence linking Jeffries to Epstein's actions, they occasionally moved in similar elite circles, making them plausible suspects. Jeffries is also rumored to have ties with Diddy, with both allegedly connected to an abuse network.
Who is Mike Jeffries? The Architect of Abercrombie's Image
Mike Jeffries joined Abercrombie & Fitch in 1992 and turned the company into one of the most recognizable fashion brands during the late 1990s and early 2000s.
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But the controversy followed Abercrombie with accusations of hiring discriminatory policies and body shaming which were exposed many years ago in Netflix's White Hot: The Rise & Fall of Abercrombie & Fitch released on April 19, 2022.
Allegations of a global s*x trafficking ring
The facade of exclusivity and control stretched beyond retail walls when allegations of a global s*x trafficking ring surfaced. Jeffries and his longtime boyfriend, Matthew Smith, are accused of exploiting young male models under promises of lucrative opportunities.
A BBC documentary called The Abercrombie Guys: The Dark Side of Cool (October 3, 2023) states that numerous victims claimed they were coerced into s*xual acts in private events organized by Jeffries and Smith. It is said that the network of powerful individuals, which included financiers and celebrities, preyed on those vulnerable men.
According to court documents obtained by the BBC, which were sought and obtained in October 2024, the individuals were said to have been exploited under pretenses involving modeling jobs. However, in actuality, victims were exposed to exploitation and abuse.
The documents are presented in an ongoing investigation that probes Jeffries and his longtime partner, Matthew Smith on their tactics of luring vulnerable victims.
Connections to Jeffrey Epstein and Diddy
Mike Jeffries, the former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO, was somehow connected to Jeffrey Epstein via Leslie Wexner. Wexner bought Abercrombie & Fitch in 1988 and hired Jeffries in 1992. Wexner has denied any knowledge of Epstein's criminal activities. However, the connection of Jeffries to Epstein surfaced after Jeffries was arrested on s*x trafficking charges.
There have been speculations on social media suggesting that Diddy might have given information leading to Jeffries' arrest. The claims are, however, based on rumors and not concrete evidence.
Investigations and Court Cases
In October 2024, Mike Jeffries was formally indicted on charges related to s*x trafficking. The indictment followed years of investigations, bolstered by testimony from victims and whistleblowers.
The BBC reports that the FBI had been quietly gathering evidence against Jeffries since 2021, including financial records and personal correspondences, to build a case against Jeffries and his alleged accomplices.
One of the more damaging pieces of evidence came in the form of former Abercrombie workers who testified about how Jeffries used the company's name to lure victims in. The company itself also faced legal challenges, one being a class-action suit alleging that it enabled these abusive practices during Jeffries' tenure.
Media and Public Backlash
It's in that vein that the exposé about Mike Jeffries has spread mass outrage as people ponder how such horrific activities remained uncovered for so long. Some of the documentaries such as The Abercrombie Guys and podcasts such as Rotten Mango played significant roles in amplifying survivors' voices.
The media frenzy surrounding the case has also encouraged more potential victims to come forward. As investigations continue, expect more details to come up, shedding light on how far Jeffries went and how many people around him were complicit.
Mike Jeffries is now accused of orchestrating a global s*x trafficking ring that targets young, aspiring models. The ties to Epstein and Diddy push the allegations against him into the realms of exploitation and abuse. The Rotten Mango podcast and other investigative efforts have opened this dark chapter to be witnessed, ensuring that the victims' voices are heard.
The world is watching this closely as the legal case unfolds, hoping for justice and accountability in a case that has shaken the very foundations of both the fashion and entertainment industries.
