Gypsy Rose Blanchard: From Infamy to Social Media Fame
Gypsy Rose Blanchard, the Missouri woman who persuaded her then-boyfriend to kill her mother after being forced to pretend she was suffering from leukemia and other serious illnesses, has become an unlikely social media sensation. Blanchard, who served eight years in prison for her part in the 2015 murder, was released from a Missouri correctional center just days before the new year. Now, she has gained a massive following on social media, with 5.9 million Instagram followers and 6.1 million TikTok followers.
Blanchard’s rise to social media stardom has been fueled by her “first selfie of freedom” and her subsequent posts with her new husband, Ryan Scott Anderson, which have garnered thousands of comments from well-wishers and influencers. Despite the horrendous facts of her case, Blanchard’s fans are excited to watch her next moves as a free woman. She is even set to appear in a new Lifetime docuseries, scheduled for release on January 5th, and has a new book coming out next week.
However, not everyone is thrilled with Blanchard’s newfound fame. Some feel that all the attention exploits a vulnerable woman who has already endured unimaginable abuse at the hands of her mother. Blanchard’s husband, Anderson, has also expressed feeling “very nervous” about the attention, stating that his plans for his wife’s first days of freedom include making gumbo, exchanging presents, and taking her on “a romantic night out.”
While Blanchard seems to be reveling in the spotlight, it’s important to remember the tragic and troubling circumstances that led to her infamy. As the world watches her every move, it’s crucial to approach her story with sensitivity and empathy, and to remember the dark and disturbing reality that lies at its core.