Online conspiracy theories linking Ellen DeGeneres to cannibalismhave resurfaced, driven by viral TikTok videos and social media posts. In particular, a 2013 tweet from Ellen's former DJ account, @tWitchEllenShow, claimed the host had eaten at least 12,000 pizzas in her life. The tweet resurfaced amid renewed interest in the Epstein Files, prompting speculation among online communities.
TikTok users and other social media accounts have suggested that 'pizza' may be a coded reference to child abuse, citing broader claims surrounding Jeffrey Epstein and his alleged activities on Epstein Island. One tweet from @Whiplash437 described Ellen as 'Hollywood's Most Prolific Cannibal', which was widely shared in conjunction with clips from her hosting of the Oscars.
The Oscars clip that sparked renewed discussion shows Ellen DeGeneres asking the audience if they would like pizza. She then handed out pizza to several attendees. In the viralTikTok reinterpretation, commentators suggested the audience's laughter reflected an 'inside joke'.
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In the original video, the moment was delivered in a light-hearted manner as she asked everyone who would eat pizza if she would order some. Up to this date, there is no verified evidence to suggest any underlying meaning beyond the promotion of pizza as a snack. Nonetheless, the combination of the pizza comment, the 12,000 pizzas tweet, and current online conspiracies has amplified speculation.
'Pizza' has been referenced in onlineEpstein-related conspiracy theories, which allege that certain terms were used as codes for criminal activity. According toUrban Dictionary, 'pizza' or specifically 'cheese pizza' is referring to 'child pornography,' stemming from the initials 'C.P.'
Social media discussions connecting Ellen DeGeneres to these theories focus primarily on wordplay and coincidental timing, rather than any substantiated links.
Fact-checkers have repeatedly emphasised that these claims remain unverified. There is no documented evidence tying Ellen DeGeneres to Epstein or any related criminal activity. Analysts note that social media often amplifies unrelated events into speculative narratives that can gain traction despite a lack of proof.
The 2023 tweet from Ellen's former DJ account resurfaced after years of relative obscurity. Additional posts, including the one from @Whiplash437, contributed to the spread of the theory. Views and shares on TikTok and Twitter show the content reaching hundreds of thousands of users within days of posting.
Social media responses have varied, with some users expressing unease about the claims and others dismissing them as absurd. Some users commented that somehow they believed the claims because there is always something 'creepy about her.' Discussions often focus on Ellen's public persona and her history of hosting light-hearted television segments.
Source: International Business Times UK
