E. Jean Carroll

E. Jean Carroll, born on December 12, 1943, is a prominent American journalist, author, and advice columnist. She is best known for her long-running column, "Ask E. Jean," which graced the pages of Elle magazine from 1993 to 2019, making it one of the most enduring advice columns in American publishing history.

In 2019, Carroll made headlines with her book, "What Do We Need Men For?: A Modest Proposal," where she accused former President Donald Trump of sexually assaulting her in the mid-1990s. This bold claim sparked significant media attention and public discourse surrounding the issues of consent and accountability.

Her subsequent book, "Not My Type: One Woman Against a President," debuted at an impressive number two on the New York Times best-seller list on June 28, 2025, further solidifying her voice in contemporary literature.

In addition to her writing, Carroll has been involved in legal battles against Trump, filing two related civil lawsuits in 2019 and 2022. These cases have resulted in a total of eighty-eight million three hundred thousand dollars awarded to her, although both cases remain under appeal.