A former Brazilian model has sparked widespread discussion online after a leaked audio recording surfaced containing allegations involving First Lady Melania Trump, convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, and businessman Paolo Zampolli.
Amanda Ungaro, who was previously in a long-term relationship with Zampolli, made the claims in a recording that circulated across social media before reportedly being removed. In the audio, Ungaro alleged that Epstein, rather than Zampolli, was responsible for introducing Melania Trump to Donald Trump in the late 1990s.
Ungaro also claimed that Melania had been an “escort” for Epstein before meeting Donald Trump. The allegation has not been independently verified, and no evidence has been publicly presented to support the claim.
The recording quickly gained traction online, with users debating both the allegations themselves and their potential implications given the continued public interest surrounding Epstein’s connections to prominent figures.
Recording Revives Longstanding Questions
According to reports, Ungaro claimed that Zampolli had privately acknowledged over the years that he was not the person who introduced the future president and first lady.
In the recording, she reportedly stated: “Let’s tell the public you never was the one introducing Melania to Trump. It was Jeffrey Epstein.”
Amanda Ungaro, ex-girlfriend of Paolo Zampolli and mother of his son, claims that Paolo Zampolli did NOT introduce Melania to Donald Trump. Jeffrey Epstein did:
“She (Melania) was an escort of Jeffrey Epstein. That’s how she met Donald Trump” pic.twitter.com/N8VtudcIZ1
Contents— Dr. Anastasia Maria Loupis (@DrLoupis__) June 1, 2026
The allegations have attracted attention because they challenge the widely accepted account that Zampolli, a modeling agent and businessman, introduced Donald and Melania Trump at a New York social event in 1998.
The claims also emerged amid renewed scrutiny of Epstein-related documents and ongoing public interest in individuals who were connected to the disgraced financier before his death in 2019.
FBI Interview Referenced in Discussions
The controversy has been amplified by references to a 2019 FBI witness interview that reportedly included a statement from an individual who claimed that “Epstein introduced Melania Trump to Donald Trump.”
The interview was conducted as part of the federal investigation into Epstein and has been cited by some commentators as a reason the latest allegations have gained traction online.
However, the witness statement itself has not resolved questions surrounding how the Trumps first met, and differing accounts continue to exist regarding the circumstances of their introduction.
Melania Trump Addressed the Claims Earlier This Year
Earlier this year, Melania Trump publicly rejected suggestions that Epstein played any role in her relationship with Donald Trump.
Speaking from the White House, she stated: “I am not Epstein’s victim. Epstein did not introduce me to Donald Trump. I met my husband, by chance, at a New York City party in 1998.”
Her remarks came during a period of heightened attention surrounding Epstein-related disclosures and speculation circulating online.
Zampolli Continues to Defend His Account
Paolo Zampolli has also rejected the allegations and has consistently maintained that he introduced Donald and Melania Trump.
Responding to the latest controversy, he reportedly dismissed the claims and defended the First Lady, reiterating his longstanding version of events.
Zampolli has publicly stated on multiple occasions over the years that he played a key role in bringing the couple together during New York’s social scene in the late 1990s.
Personal Dispute Adds Another Layer
The allegations have emerged amid an ongoing and highly public dispute between Ungaro and Zampolli.
The pair have been involved in legal and personal disagreements in recent years, leading some observers to question whether the broader conflict may be influencing the latest accusations.
Supporters of both sides have pointed to the contentious history between the former partners while debating the credibility of the claims being made.
No Independent Verification of the Claims
Neither the White House nor Melania Trump’s office has publicly commented on the latest recording.
While the allegations have generated significant attention online and reignited discussion about Epstein’s connections to influential figures, no independent evidence has been publicly presented to substantiate the claims made in the recording.
It is important to note that the allegations, including the claim that Melania Trump was an “escort” for Epstein, remain unverified, have been disputed by those involved, and should not be treated as established fact.
