A photograph of Stephen Hawking alongside two women in bikinis was published in the Epstein files, sparking speculation about his connections to the controversial financier.

As part of the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, a photograph of Stephen Hawking lounging on a beach chair alongside two women in bikinis was included. The image circulated online, generating discussions about Hawking's connections to Epstein, although it is unclear where it was taken.

In 2006, Hawking attended a conference organized by Epstein, five months before he was accused of sexual offenses. The conference took place at the Ritz-Carlton in St. Thomas, and Hawking was one of 21 invited scientists.

Although Hawking has been mentioned over 250 times in documents related to Epstein, he has never been photographed with him, and his inclusion in these files does not necessarily imply illegal activities. Epstein was known for his relationships with prominent figures in the scientific community, donating $9.1 million to Harvard University between 1998 and 2008.