On Karoline Leavitt’s Live‑TV Accusation:

According to available reports, Karoline Leavitt appeared on a live broadcast and accused Oprah Winfrey of staying silent over alleged abuse at Oprah’s Leadership Academy in South Africa.

She presented supposed evidence—sealed deposition documents, emails, voice messages, and a photo—claiming that Oprah ignored warnings about misconduct involving powerful figures tied to the academy.

The exchange grew tense as Oprah denied wrongdoing and pledged to investigate and meet survivors. The confrontation sparked a social media firestorm and online protests demanding accountability.

Oprah swiftly responded with a public statement calling the allegations “baseless and malicious,” reaffirming her lifelong commitment to empowering women.

She also threatened legal action for defamation. Media outlets reported that Leavitt’s claims ignited trending hashtags and polarized the public, with some branding the woman who called Oprah “selfish” while others defended her legacy.

However, these reports appear only on one fringe outlet (MNews/AllPlayNews) with no corroboration from mainstream news or reputable journalism sources.

No major outlet—such as AP, CNN, The New York Times, or Reuters—has confirmed Leavitt ever made these accusations on air.

They are not documented elsewhere beyond that single site. It may well be misinformation or heavily exaggerated political clickbait.

In short: there is no verified evidence that Karoline Leavitt ever called Oprah a “selfish old woman” on live television.

On the “Private Road Block” Tsunami Controversy:

Social media erupted with claims that Oprah refused to open a private mountain road on her Maui property during a tsunami evacuation. Users posted videos showing traffic jams at a gated road, calling it “Oprah’s road” and accusing her of delaying lifesaving access.

But multiple fact‑checkers—including AP, PolitiFact, The Independent, and DW—confirmed that:

The road in question (the Kealakapu/Alanui Ke‘ali‘i road) is owned by Haleakala Ranch, not Oprah. She holds only an easement to use and maintain it.

Immediately after tsunami warnings were issued (around 3 p.m. local time), Haleakala Ranch coordinated with Maui emergency officials and law enforcement to open the road. By around 5 p.m., the road was officially open and being used in escorted caravans. Up to 200 vehicles successfully evacuated using the route until about 7 p.m.

Both Oprah’s spokesperson and Maui Police confirmed that any claims she blocked access are false. Official county briefings also repeatedly stated the road was open and in use.

These rumors reflect a broader pattern of misinformation that followed her public assistance during the 2023 Maui wildfires.

Despite that, Oprah has a documented history of opening the road promptly during emergencies—including in 2019—but has also faced public criticism nonetheless.

Summary of What Happened:

A sensational story claims Karoline Leavitt publicly attacked Oprah on live television, calling her a “selfish old woman” and accusing her of covering up abuse. That story appears to originate from a single outlet without verification by mainstream media. As of now, there is no credible evidence that the incident occurred.

Separate claims spread online stating Oprah blocked local evacuees from using her private road during a tsunami. This is false. The road opened quickly after warnings, managed by the landowner in coordination with emergency officials. Oprah did not control access, and consistent reports confirm the route was available.

Why These Claims Gained Traction:

Viral posts showing traffic lines at a gated road sparked outrage before full facts were clear.

Oprah remains a familiar target for online criticism, especially related to her Maui land ownership and past disaster response.

Karoline Leavitt, as a controversial political figure, attracts strong online commentary—and unverified stories can flourish in politically charged environments.

Final Verdict:

No verified evidence confirms Karoline Leavitt publicly criticized Oprah in live television comments.

No trustworthy report confirms Oprah blocked evacuees during the tsunami threat. In both cases, reliable fact-checking and official statements firmly disprove the rumors.

These stories appear to be part of trending social media misinformation rather than reality.