Overview of Rotten Mango on the d4vd / Celeste Rivas Hernandez case
This episode is a deep dive into the internet’s ongoing theories about who in d4vd’s circle may have known about — or helped conceal — the alleged abuse and murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Stephanie Soo focuses on public speculation, leaked messages, social media behavior, and legal updates surrounding alleged accomplices, while repeatedly noting that much of what’s circulating online remains unverified.
Core focus of the episode
What the episode is trying to answer
- Who, if anyone, around d4vd may have:
- known Celeste was a minor
- known about their relationship
- helped move items, cars, or evidence
- failed to report suspicious behavior
- Whether the case involved:
- accomplices
- witnesses who may receive immunity
- people in d4vd’s orbit who stayed silent
The broader theme
The internet has become fixated on the idea that d4vd could not have managed everything alone, especially given:
- his touring schedule
- frequent public appearances
- the number of people around him
- the timeline the prosecution has reportedly outlined
Key figures discussed
Steve Fisher, the private investigator
- Hired by the landlord/property owner of the Hollywood Hills rental house where d4vd lived.
- Says he found items like:
- a burn cage
- a chainsaw in the garage
- Believes the house may have been materially involved in the crime, though he also appears to push the idea that the murder may not have happened there.
- Claims he has evidence that d4vd communicated with at least two other minors.
- Suggests d4vd was rarely alone during the relevant period and that others may have known more than they admitted.
“Neo” / Neil Langston
- One of the most scrutinized people in the episode.
- Was reportedly arrested in Montana and brought to LA after failing to appear for a grand jury subpoena.
- Publicly released statements that only increased speculation, especially phrases like:
- “my side of things”
- “I’m legally fine”
- “I have all my receipts”
- Internet theories suggest:
- he may have known about Celeste
- he may have moved d4vd’s Tesla
- he may have received some sort of deal or cooperation arrangement
- A blurry Ring camera video of the Tesla being moved on July 29 fuels more speculation, but the footage is not clear enough to confirm the driver.
Josh Marshall
- d4vd’s manager / Mogul Vision founder, according to the episode.
- Comes under scrutiny because:
- he allegedly signed the lease for the Hollywood Hills home
- an alleged email in 2024 reportedly warned management about Celeste being missing
- he was present in some of the public discussion around the case
- He is not portrayed as a confirmed accomplice, but as someone internet users think may have had knowledge of the situation.
Robert Morganroth
- Another management/touring figure tied to d4vd.
- Reportedly testified before the grand jury for three days.
- Was allegedly overheard saying he felt no responsibility to call police and wanted to keep touring.
- People interpret his silence and continued business posts as suspicious or tone-deaf.
Asia Collins
- A close friend of d4vd who gets a lot of attention online.
- Becomes a target because of:
- her proximity to d4vd
- her appearance in livestreams
- her online statements
- She publicly said she did not know Celeste or her age, but old DMs allegedly show her reacting to a missing poster and being surprised to learn Celeste was 13.
- Her responses to criticism are a major topic; many commenters feel she comes across as defensive, evasive, or self-centered.
- The episode notes that there is little concrete evidence tying her to criminal conduct, despite the online backlash.
Major internet theories discussed
1. Someone else moved the Tesla
- A Ring camera video appears to show a person moving the Tesla on July 29.
- Some viewers think the driver looks like Neo because of:
- red jersey
- long hair
- similar appearance in a photo posted the day before
- Others argue the footage is too low quality to identify anyone.
2. Multiple minors were around d4vd
- The PI claims d4vd was messaging other minors at the same time as Celeste.
- Internet users see this as evidence of a broader pattern of grooming and secrecy.
- The episode emphasizes that even if someone was not involved in the homicide, knowledge of abuse involving minors could still be significant.
3. The entourage knew more than they admitted
The episode repeatedly returns to the idea that:
- d4vd was surrounded by managers, friends, family, and crew
- Celeste was sometimes present around them
- people may have seen her and known she was young
- some may have chosen not to intervene
Public statements and social media fallout
Neo’s statements
- His posts are a major source of ridicule and suspicion.
- He said the case is not about him, but his posts focused heavily on himself.
- The line “obviously wasn’t doing my part at first, but now I am” became a meme-like point of criticism.
- The PI and commenters argue that his language suggests he had “a side” to explain.
Asia’s statements
- She insisted she didn’t know Celeste or her age.
- Later posts say she is respecting the investigation and cannot comment.
- Reddit commenters largely viewed her responses as defensive and self-serving.
Josh Marshall’s alleged comment
- A TikTok comment attributed to him claims:
- he had no knowledge
- he works remotely
- he lives with his wife and children
- he is a father of three
- The episode treats this as dubious and hard to verify.
Legal updates covered
Grand jury and prosecution
- The episode says the DA has a “voluminous” amount of evidence, including wiretap material.
- The wiretap review reportedly requires outside checking to avoid privileged attorney-client conversations.
- Prosecutors are keeping quiet about:
- other possible arrests
- immunity deals
- whether others in d4vd’s circle will be charged
Preliminary hearing expectations
The episode previews the next installment, which will cover:
- the upcoming preliminary hearing
- d4vd’s legal team
- what his family has said publicly
- how the DA and judge are handling the case
Main takeaways
- The episode is less about proving accomplices and more about mapping the internet’s suspicion network around d4vd.
- Steve Fisher’s PI work, the grand jury subpoenas, and the alleged Ring footage are the biggest drivers of speculation.
- Many online theories center on people who were physically near d4vd, not necessarily on confirmed criminal participants.
- The episode repeatedly warns that social media speculation is not the same as evidence.
- The strongest recurring legal themes are:
- possible grooming of minors
- who knew what and when
- whether silence from insiders amounts to complicity
Bottom line
Stephanie Soo’s episode portrays the case as a widening circle of suspicion: not just d4vd, but managers, friends, touring staff, and family members who may have witnessed enough to know something was wrong. However, the episode also makes clear that much of what the internet believes is still theory, inference, or leaked context rather than confirmed fact.