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television2 years ago

"Natalia Grace Breaks Silence on Allegations and Confirmed Age in Curious Case Saga"

The Curious Case of Natalia Grace, a true-crime series on Investigation Discovery, has sparked controversy with its Season 2 finale. The show has been criticized for its use of deceptive documentary techniques, such as misleading reenactments and a lack of professional perspectives, which blur the lines between truth and fiction. The series focuses on the complex and traumatic story of Ukrainian orphan Natalia Grace and her adoptive parents, the Barnetts, with the producers, the Conways, accused of prioritizing sensationalism over truth. The finale's bombshell voicemail further complicates the narrative without providing clarity, perpetuating a cycle of demonization and exploitation for entertainment.

via Slate|
##documentaryethics#investigationdiscovery
entertainment2 years ago

"Natalia Grace Saga Concludes with Startling Revelations and Unsettled Questions"

The Investigation Discovery docuseries "The Curious Case of Natalia Grace" ended its second season with a disturbing new allegation against Natalia Grace, who was previously accused by her first adoptive parents of being an adult pretending to be a child. Despite DNA evidence supporting her claim to be a minor at the time of her initial adoption, her new adoptive parents, Antwon and Cynthia Mans, have now accused her of deceit and causing trouble in their home. The series finale hints at a continuation of Natalia's tumultuous story, with a third season not yet officially announced.

via New York Post |
##adoptioncontroversy#documentaryseries
entertainment2 years ago

"Reflecting on Chaos: Jerry Lee Lewis' Teen Bride Recounts Rapid Downfall of Marriage"

Myra Williams, Jerry Lee Lewis' former teen bride, recounted their controversial marriage on Investigation Discovery's "Who the (Bleep) Did I Marry?" She married Lewis at 13 when he was 21, which led to a scandal that damaged his career. Despite initial happiness, the marriage faced numerous challenges, including infidelity and Lewis' substance abuse, leading to their divorce when Williams was 26. Williams has since found success and happiness, reflecting on her past with a mix of regret and acceptance. Lewis, who passed away in 2022, had a tumultuous life with multiple marriages and personal struggles.

via Fox News|
##controversialmarriage#entertainment
true-crime-documentary2 years ago

"Natalia Grace's Age Confirmed by DNA Test: The Ongoing Mystery and Current Whereabouts"

Ukrainian orphan Natalia Grace, who was at the center of a bizarre age dispute with her adoptive parents, Kristine and Michael Barnett, is now living with a new family, the Mans. The Barnetts had accused her of being an adult masquerading as a child and were charged with neglect after leaving her alone in an apartment, but the charges against them were dropped due to insufficient evidence. Natalia's story is detailed in the ID docuseries "The Curious Case of Natalia Grace," with the latest installment featuring her current life and genetic testing that suggests she is around 22 years old, despite being legally recognized as 34. Michael Barnett was acquitted of neglect charges, and Kristine's case was dismissed. Natalia is now living with the Mans family and appears to be integrated into their family life.

via Business Insider|
##adoptioncontroversy#investigationdiscovery
entertainment2 years ago

"Natalia Grace's DNA Test Reveals True Age in Ongoing Saga with Adoptive Father"

In the finale of "The Curious Case of Natalia Grace: Natalia Speaks" on Investigation Discovery, Michael Barnett confronts Natalia Grace once again after a previous heated encounter. Michael attempts to explain the past situation with a "Monsters, Inc." analogy, reflecting on the shared "monster" they faced, referring to his ex-wife Kristine Barnett. The Barnetts had accused Natalia, an adopted child with dwarfism, of being an adult posing as a child and left her behind when they moved to Canada. Michael was acquitted of neglect charges in 2022, and charges against Kristine were dropped in 2023. The show promises to delve into Natalia's perspective on the controversy.

via Entertainment Tonight|
##adoptioncontroversy#entertainment
lifestyle2 years ago

"Natalia Grace's Saga: Unveiling Her True Age and Current Life After the Adoption Controversy"

The docuseries "The Curious Case of Natalia Grace: Natalia Speaks" is airing on the ID channel and is available for streaming on Discovery+ and Max. The series revisits the story of Ukrainian orphan Natalia Grace and her adoptive parents, the Barnetts, with new episodes featuring a face-to-face meeting between Natalia and her adoptive father. Viewers can watch the series live on Jan. 1-3 or stream it on-demand. Free trials on Amazon Prime, DirecTV Stream, and Fubo offer ways to watch the series for free. Season 1 is available on Amazon Prime for purchase, while Season 2 requires a Discovery+ subscription through a free trial.

via Hollywood Reporter|
##documentary#investigationdiscovery