Seth Meyers on Monday used a segment of his "Late Night" monologue to mock an image released from Jeffrey Epstein’s 2003 "Birthday Book" that has been reported to include an alleged message and drawing linked to former President Donald Trump.
The page shown by Meyers contains a typewritten note referring to a "wonderful secret" and a crude outline of a woman's body. Meyers framed the image as part of the wider scrutiny of Epstein's materials and expressed incredulity at the drawing itself, saying it underscored what he suggested were reasons for heightened attention on the matter.
On-air, Meyers said he believed the image explained why Trump had been "spinning out so much," referencing the former president's publicly reported ties to Epstein. Meyers mocked the alleged handwriting and sketch, calling it poor art and urging, "Just get a card from Hallmark next time!" He also aired an illustration that read, "Happy Birthday Accomplice!" as part of the bit.
Trump has repeatedly denied writing the message, making the drawing or signing his name on the page. The image aired by Meyers was presented as an alleged Trump message in news coverage; media outlets have reported on pages recovered from Epstein's materials that contained notes, inscriptions and other entries connected to acquaintances and visitors from the early 2000s.
Jeffrey Epstein, who died in 2019 while facing federal charges related to sex trafficking, maintained connections with numerous public figures, and documents and materials recovered from his properties have been the subject of ongoing reporting and legal reviews. The "Birthday Book" page at issue dates to 2003 and has circulated in coverage that examines Epstein's documented interactions.
Late-night commentary on such materials has become a recurring element of television coverage, with hosts often combining political critique and humor. Meyers's remarks follow previous public statements by Trump disputing aspects of his relationship with Epstein and contesting allegations tied to the late financier.
The image and Meyers's segment were among several recent media moments that have renewed public attention on Epstein-related records and the individuals whose names have appeared in them. News organizations continue to report developments as additional materials and corroborating details emerge.