Subscribe Login
Jamaica Observer
ePaper
The Edge 105 FM Radio Fyah 105 FM
Jamaica Observer
ePaper
The Edge 105 FM Radio Fyah 105 FM
    • Home
    • News
      • Latest News
      • Cartoon
      • International News
      • Central
      • North & East
      • Western
      • Environment
      • Health
      • #
    • Business
      • Business Bites
      • Social Love
    • Sports
      • Football
      • Basketball
      • Cricket
      • Horse Racing
      • World Champs
      • Commonwealth Games
      • FIFA World Cup 2022
      • Olympics
      • #
    • Entertainment
      • Music
      • Movies
      • Art & Culture
      • Bookends
      • #
    • Lifestyle
      • Page2
      • Food
      • Tuesday Style
      • Food Awards
      • JOL Takes Style Out
      • Design Week JA
      • Black Friday
      • #
    • All Woman
      • Home
      • Relationships
      • Features
      • Fashion
      • Fitness
      • Rights
      • Parenting
      • Advice
      • #
    • Obituaries
    • Classifieds
      • Employment
      • Property
      • Motor Vehicles
      • Place an Ad
      • Obituaries
    • More
      • Games
      • Elections
      • Jobs & Careers
      • Study Centre
      • Jnr Study Centre
      • Letters
      • Columns
      • Advertorial
      • Editorial
      • Supplements
      • Webinars
    • Home
    • News
      • Latest News
      • Cartoon
      • International News
      • Central
      • North & East
      • Western
      • Environment
      • Health
      • #
    • Business
      • Business Bites
      • Social Love
    • Sports
      • Football
      • Basketball
      • Cricket
      • Horse Racing
      • World Champs
      • Commonwealth Games
      • FIFA World Cup 2022
      • Olympics
      • #
    • Entertainment
      • Music
      • Movies
      • Art & Culture
      • Bookends
      • #
    • Lifestyle
      • Page2
      • Food
      • Tuesday Style
      • Food Awards
      • JOL Takes Style Out
      • Design Week JA
      • Black Friday
      • #
    • All Woman
      • Home
      • Relationships
      • Features
      • Fashion
      • Fitness
      • Rights
      • Parenting
      • Advice
      • #
    • Obituaries
    • Classifieds
      • Employment
      • Property
      • Motor Vehicles
      • Place an Ad
      • Obituaries
    • More
      • Games
      • Elections
      • Jobs & Careers
      • Study Centre
      • Jnr Study Centre
      • Letters
      • Columns
      • Advertorial
      • Editorial
      • Supplements
      • Webinars
  • Home
  • News
    • International News
  • Latest
  • Business
    • Business Bites
  • Cartoon
  • Games
  • Food Awards
  • Health
  • Entertainment
    • Bookends
  • Regional
  • Sports
    • Sports
    • World Cup
    • World Champs
    • Olympics
  • All Woman
  • Career & Education
  • Environment
  • Webinars
  • More
    • Football
    • Elections
    • Letters
    • Advertorial
    • Columns
    • Editorial
    • Supplements
  • Epaper
  • Classifieds
  • Design Week
Oprah Winfrey denies ‘awful, fake’ rumours
Billionaire actress, author and overall boss media mogul Oprah Winfrey
News
March 18, 2020

Oprah Winfrey denies ‘awful, fake’ rumours

American media mogul Oprah Winfrey was in

full damage control on Wednesday (March 18) as she categorically denied allegations

that she was arrested by federal investigators for sex trafficking crimes.

The billionairess, who was trending on Twitter after rumours circulated that she was among a group of celebrities apprehended by police, blasted the accusations as awful and false.

“Just got a phone call that my name is

trending. And being trolled for some awful FAKE thing. It’s NOT TRUE. Haven’t

been raided, or arrested,†she said.

In the single tweet, Winfrey continued she

was doing her best to observe social distancing in the wake of the novel

coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and urges her 42.8 million followers to do the

same.

Just got a phone call that my name is trending. And being trolled for some awful FAKE thing. It’s NOT TRUE. Haven’t been raided, or arrested. Just sanitizing and self distancing with the rest of the world. Stay safe everybody.Ÿ™Ÿ¾â€” Oprah Winfrey (@Oprah)

Just got a phone call that my name is trending. And being trolled for some awful FAKE thing. It’s NOT TRUE. Haven’t been raided, or arrested. Just sanitizing and self distancing with the rest of the world. Stay safe everybody.Ÿ™Ÿ¾â€” Oprah Winfrey (@Oprah) March 18, 2020

“Just sanitizing and self-distancing with

the rest of the world. Stay safe everybody,†she added.

The rumours, started by conspiracy theory

platform QAnon, claimed that the American was embroiled in a global sex

trafficking ring.

Why does Oprah get to say “it’s not true†in a flimsy tweet yet Michael Jackson bleed on national television eack week to dispel fake rumors & prove his innocence via a lengthy public trial, and a 10+ year FBI investigation and in his death Oprah still doubted him. I don’t get it— Regina&Roger (@RogerStan123)

Why does Oprah get to say “it’s not true†in a flimsy tweet yet Michael Jackson bleed on national television eack week to dispel fake rumors & prove his innocence via a lengthy public trial, and a 10+ year FBI investigation and in his death Oprah still doubted him. I don’t get it— Regina&Roger (@RogerStan123) March 18, 2020

One QAnon Facebook post further purported

that a house in Boca Raton, Florida, which they say belongs to Oprah, was

seized, roped off with red tape.

The allegations spread on every single

social media platform, with Winfrey becoming a trending topic almost instantly

on Twitter.

While some have not fanned the flames of the conspiracy, the billionairess’ documented relationships with known paedophiles and sex offenders have effectively cemented a case against Oprah in the eyes of others.

The — Dawn Michael, PhDŸ’— (@SexCounseling)

The — Dawn Michael, PhDŸ’— (@SexCounseling) #Oprah is trending today about being arrested for sex trafficking, I don’t know if this is true or not, but what is obvious is her friendship with many people that have commited crimes against humanity. Like John of God, Weinstein, Epstein and others slowly coming out.March 18, 2020

{"website":"website"}{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
img img
0 Comments · Make a comment

ALSO ON JAMAICA OBSERVER

Pope condemns ‘endless cycle’ of death in ‘bloodstained’ Cameroon region
International News, Latest News
Pope condemns ‘endless cycle’ of death in ‘bloodstained’ Cameroon region
April 16, 2026
BAMENDA, Cameroon (AFP)—Pope Leo XIV condemned "an endless cycle of destabilisation and death" on a visit Thursday to a "bloodstained" region of Camer...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
JAAA names powerful team for World Relays
Latest News, Sports
JAAA names powerful team for World Relays
April 15, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — World Athletics Championships medallists Oblique Seville, Kishane Thompson and Tina Clayton have been included in a powerful team ...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
ODPEM reports more than $1.4 b in donations following passage of Hurricane Melissa
Latest News, News
ODPEM reports more than $1.4 b in donations following passage of Hurricane Melissa
April 15, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) is reporting that it has received more than $1.4 billion in d...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
In pictures: Another glimpse at Sunrise Breakfast Party
Entertainment, Latest News, Lifestyle
In pictures: Another glimpse at Sunrise Breakfast Party
April 15, 2026
Between the pulsating rhythms and live performances, Sunnation's Sunrise Breakfast Party offered the perfect prelude to the Carnival Sunday madness. W...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
YouTube suspends pro-Iran channel posting Lego-style clips mocking Trump
International News, Latest News
YouTube suspends pro-Iran channel posting Lego-style clips mocking Trump
April 15, 2026
WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) — YouTube has terminated a channel belonging to a pro-Iran group producing viral Lego-themed AI videos that ridicule U...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
The White Lotus starts filming season 4 in France
International News, Latest News
The White Lotus starts filming season 4 in France
April 15, 2026
LOS ANGELES, United States (AFP) — The highly anticipated fourth season of "The White Lotus" has begun filming on the French Riviera, HBO announced We...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Police fast-track investigation of shooting incident involving Jaii Frais
Latest News, News
Police fast-track investigation of shooting incident involving Jaii Frais
April 15, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Police say investigations are being fast-tracked into Sunday night’s shooting at the Ranny Williams Entertainment Centre, as popul...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Forex: $159.27 to one US dollar
Latest News
Forex: $159.27 to one US dollar
April 15, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The United States (US) dollar on Wednesday, April 15, ended trading at $159.27 down 5 cents, according to the Bank of Jamaica’s da...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
❮ ❯

Polls

HOUSE RULES

  1. We welcome reader comments on the top stories of the day. Some comments may be republished on the website or in the newspaper; email addresses will not be published.
  2. Please understand that comments are moderated and it is not always possible to publish all that have been submitted. We will, however, try to publish comments that are representative of all received.
  3. We ask that comments are civil and free of libellous or hateful material. Also please stick to the topic under discussion.
  4. Please do not write in block capitals since this makes your comment hard to read.
  5. Please don't use the comments to advertise. However, our advertising department can be more than accommodating if emailed: advertising@jamaicaobserver.com.
  6. If readers wish to report offensive comments, suggest a correction or share a story then please email: community@jamaicaobserver.com.
  7. Lastly, read our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy

Recent Posts

Archives

Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
Tweets

Polls

Recent Posts

Archives

Logo Jamaica Observer
Breaking news from the premier Jamaican newspaper, the Jamaica Observer. Follow Jamaican news online for free and stay informed on what's happening in the Caribbean
Featured Tags
  • Editorial
  • Columns
  • Health
  • Auto
  • Business
  • Letters
  • Page2
  • Football
Categories
  • Business
  • Politics
  • Entertainment
  • Page2
  • Business
  • Politics
  • Entertainment
  • Page2
Ads
img
Jamaica Observer, © All Rights Reserved
  • Home
  • Contact Us
  • RSS Feeds
  • Feedback
  • Privacy Policy
  • Editorial Code of Conduct