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Did the Epstein Files call Ellen DeGeneres a ‘cannibal’? Social media post claims "she ate children's flesh": Report

Ellen DeGeneres began trending after her name appeared in documents related to Jeffrey Epstein. However, viral social media claims accusing her of cannibalism are unfounded, and no evidence in the released files supports those allegations.

February 16, 2026 / 19:55 IST
Ellen DeGeneres name is in Epstein Files
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  • Ellen DeGeneres named in Epstein files, no evidence of wrongdoing
  • Social media falsely claims DeGeneres is a "prolific cannibal"
  • Being named in files doesn't prove misconduct or crime

Comedian and actress Ellen DeGeneres has recently made headlines after her name was found in Epstein's files. She has reportedly been called Hollywood's ‘most prolific cannibal’ in the Epstein files.

According to Hindustan Times, the latest report came when the US Justice Department asserted that it has made all of the data pertaining to convicted s*xual offender Jeffrey Epstein public, including the identities of up to 300 well-known people.

According to an X post by Whiplash347, “The Epstein files expose Ellen DeGeneres as Hollywood's ‘most prolific cannibal.’ She ate children's flesh.”

“DISTURBING Epstein Files Discovery. Ellen Degeneres Gets The Title No One Wanted to Know Existed: “Most Prolific Cannibal.” Degeneres lived like she was in a dystopia underground with no protein sources left but other people. Next level ick. She has the crazy eyes. We knew that. But did you ever imagine this?” reads a post.

However, another social media user shared a video of Ellen’s face being distorted to make it look frightening and captioned, “Epstein files name Ellen DeGeneres the most prolific cannibal. Vampires are real.”

Another post came, “Thanks to the Epstein files, we now know that Ellen DeGeneres is the most prolific cannibal. Hollywood staying silent. Now we understand why she left the United States.”

The allegations are unfounded, and there are no similar allegations regarding DeGeneres in the Epstein archives. A community note under Whiplash347’s post says, “There is no evidence Degeneres engaged in cannibalism."

Also Read: Chappell Roan parts ways with Wasserman amid Epstein Files controversy: "Artists deserve representation that aligns with their values"

According to reports, Ellen DeGeneres' name is among the more than 300 well-known people mentioned in the data, communications, and investigative materials. However, being mentioned in investigative documents does not prove misconduct.

Numerous individuals listed are mentioned in flight logs, interviews, third-party correspondence, or ancillary investigative materials without being accused of any criminal activity. In addition to DeGeneres, other names that appear in the larger document index include Oprah Winfrey, James Comey, Joe Biden, Hunter Biden, Michelle Obama, and Barack Obama.

Gayatri Rani
Gayatri Rani is a Senior-Sub Editor with over three years of experience in delivering Hollywood and Bollywood news.
first published: Feb 16, 2026 07:55 pm

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