The first time I saw a picture of JV, he was sitting at a poker table, holding his hand of cards. That picture is no longer available online.
In that picture, he was much fuller in the face and was putting on a smile, but not showing teeth (iirc).
I think the picture of him with the woman that Silly posted is him. If we could get that poker picture back, it would be easier to figure out.
IMO, JV liked to mingle with the affluent, so could have easily been friends with DM and his circle of friends ... moved to West Palm Beach, Florida!
Did DM like the horses too?!
IMO
Footnote: Where did JV get all his money from to be involved with equestrian (rich man sport), living in West Palm Beach, Fl., travelling here and there and everywhere costs money. Has he ever been gainfully employed?