1 HOUR AGO: Judge Orders Ellen DeGeneres Arrest After tWitch’s Recording Is Played in Diddy’s Trial | HO

In a shocking turn of events at the Superior Court of California, Judge Harrison Trent has issued a federal arrest warrant for television icon Ellen DeGeneres, following the public playing of a previously sealed audio recording by the late Stephen “tWitch” Boss. The new evidence, an encrypted voice memo left by tWitch just weeks before his untimely death in December 2022, was played in open court during the ongoing criminal trial of entertainment mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs. The courtroom revelation has dramatically shifted the narrative surrounding both tWitch’s tragic passing and the wider investigation into Diddy’s alleged criminal enterprise.

A Stunning Courtroom Revelation

The courtroom was packed as prosecutors introduced the voice memo, which had been kept from the public until now. The recording, described as calm and deliberate, began with tWitch’s haunting words: “This isn’t random.” He continued, “If they find me, if they say it’s suicide—no. This isn’t random. This is because of what I know. What I saw.” Over the course of several minutes, tWitch recounted his experiences at exclusive, late-night parties—events allegedly orchestrated and protected by Diddy, but attended by a who’s who of Hollywood, including, crucially, Ellen DeGeneres.

Twitch described being brought to one such party by Ellen herself. “She told me to smile, told me everyone in that room was safe—but it didn’t feel safe,” he said. “It felt like I was being watched, like I was being picked.” While he never used the word “blackmail,” his tone and descriptions painted a picture of manipulation, pressure, and escalating paranoia.

The Fallout: Immediate and Explosive

As the memo played, the courtroom atmosphere shifted palpably. Reporters were ushered out and then readmitted. Within minutes, Judge Trent signed off on an arrest warrant for Ellen DeGeneres, citing evidence of her direct involvement in the events tWitch described. Legal teams scrambled, and Ellen’s attorneys quickly issued a statement denying all allegations. However, the damage was done. The public, already reeling from years of rumors about the “toxic” environment on Ellen’s set, was now confronted with the possibility of something far darker.

Twitch’s Legacy: More Than a Dancer

Stephen “tWitch” Boss was beloved by millions for his infectious energy and dance talent, most notably as DJ and co-executive producer on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. His death in 2022 was officially ruled a suicide, with authorities citing a note referencing “personal struggles.” But the full contents of the note were never released, and now, with the audio memo’s public airing, the official story is under intense scrutiny.

In the recording, tWitch detailed how his involvement with Ellen drew him deeper into elite social circles where “things weren’t as they seemed.” He referenced coded initials, mysterious billionaire producers, and a pattern of late-night calls, NDAs signed without reading, and the chilling warning: “If anything happens, don’t just look at Diddy.”

A Pattern of Silence and Control

The aftermath of the memo’s release saw several former Ellen Show staffers come forward anonymously. They described a culture of silence, intimidation, and off-limits conversations about Ellen’s private friendships with industry power players like Diddy. Some recalled being told never to ask about Ellen’s afterparties or her guest lists. Others described an atmosphere of surveillance and control, both during the show’s heyday and after its cancellation in 2022.

Federal investigators, meanwhile, had already begun tracing financial transactions and travel records linking Ellen to several private events hosted by Diddy between 2019 and 2021. At least two of these gatherings matched locations and dates referenced in witness testimony about “after-hours rooms”—spaces with no cell phones allowed, rotating staff, and third-party security.

A Second Recording: The Final Goodbye

Less than a day after the warrant was issued, prosecutors introduced a second tWitch recording, titled “final draft 4e.” In this message, recorded three days before his death, tWitch’s tone was one of resignation. “You said it was normal that people who talk too much disappear because they want to, but I know that’s not the truth,” he said. He named specific dates, flight numbers, and locations—two of which matched Diddy’s party schedule and placed Ellen at the scene.

Investigators traced Ellen’s private jet to Los Angeles on both weekends in question, while hotel records showed a penthouse reserved under an alias linked to one of Ellen’s shell companies. Guest logs confirmed tWitch’s presence at these events. “We were tracking Diddy,” said one investigator, “but the paper trail is too clean to ignore Ellen’s involvement.”

Financial Questions and New Testimonies

Further complicating matters, tWitch’s widow, Allison Holker, was revealed to have received a $3.2 million payment from an undisclosed entertainment entity just weeks after his death. Her spokesperson called it “residual earnings and estate management,” but legal experts questioned the unusually high sum, calling it “pre-litigation hush money.” The court has since subpoenaed all communications between Holker and her legal team from late 2022 to early 2023.

Three former Ellen Show producers, speaking anonymously, described a culture of off-limits conversations about Ellen’s private guests and afterparties. One recalled tWitch arriving late to work, sitting quietly, and responding to Ellen’s casual “You good?” with the cryptic, “Depends who’s watching.”

A Third Memo and the Case That Changed Everything

Court records confirm tWitch left three audio files, with the third—titled “If They Say I Gave Up”—yet to be played in court. Its contents, reportedly recorded hours before his death, remain classified, but leaked lines include: “I loved my family. I loved dancing. But they’re going to say I gave up, and that’s the part that hurts most.”

With the warrant unsealed, Ellen has remained silent, her legal team calling the charges “deeply misguided.” Outside her Montecito estate, the silence is deafening.

A Cultural Reckoning

The response has been swift and intense. Hashtags like #JusticeForTwitch have trended worldwide. Outside Warner Bros. Studios, crowds gathered not merely in protest, but in mourning for the illusion many had held for years. Prosecutors have shifted their focus from celebrity scandal to systemic cover-up, issuing subpoenas to talent agencies, entertainment lawyers, and city officials. Diddy’s legal team has filed for immunity in exchange for cooperation, shifting blame and identifying Ellen as an active recruiter for the exclusive parties.

A Legacy of Courage

Amid the chaos, Allison Holker issued a public statement: “He wasn’t broken. He was betrayed. He loved life, but not the one he was forced to live in silence.” As new evidence and testimonies continue to surface, the entertainment world faces a reckoning not seen in decades.

The trial resumes Monday, with the world watching. For the first time, the voice of a dancer who spent his life making others smile is being heard—and Hollywood may never be the same.