30: The Story of Gypsy Rose Blanchard

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Gypsy Rose Blanchard is known for being at the center of a highly publicized case involving her mother, Dee Dee Blanchard. Gypsy's story gained attention due to its shocking nature and the complexities surrounding it. Dee Dee presented Gypsy as a severely ill child suffering from a range of conditions, including leukemia, muscular dystrophy, and epilepsy. However, it was later revealed that Dee Dee had been fabricating Gypsy's illnesses, subjecting her to unnecessary medical treatments, and controlling almost every aspect of her life.

As Gypsy grew older, she began to realize the truth about her health and circumstances, eventually connecting with a man named Nicholas Godejohn online. Together, they conspired to murder Dee Dee, as Gypsy felt trapped in her mother's web of lies and abuse.
This case received widespread media attention, sparking discussions about Munchausen syndrome by proxy, a mental health disorder where a caregiver invents or causes an illness in someone under their care for attention or sympathy.
Join us as we discuss as we discuss this incredible true crime story that will leave your moral compass spinning in circles, unsure of what is right and what is wrong.
Note: As of December 28th, 2023, Gypsy completed her long sentence and was released into the custody of her husband to begin her new life as a truly free young woman.
Thanks to Sean for his incredible talents in producing this episode!
Stay Spooky, Stay Safe, and Sweet Dreams! Happy New Year!
SOURCES:

(2) Gypsy Rose Blanchard's INFAMOUS Revenge Against Momma (S1, E6) | Killer Cases | Full Episode - YouTube

The Story of Gypsy Rose Blanchard and Her Mother (biography.com)

Murder of Dee Dee Blanchard - Wikipedia
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