Ruby Franke’s Dark Diary Reveals Chilling Child Abuse Secrets
In a disturbing twist to the Ruby Franke saga, Hulu’s docuseries *Devil In The Family: The Fall of Ruby Franke* has unearthed a harrowing journal that the infamous YouTuber left behind, detailing the shocking abuse she inflicted upon her own children. Once hailed as a family vlogger with over 2 million subscribers on her channel “8Passengers,” Franke’s life took a gruesome turn when authorities discovered her two youngest children in a state of severe neglect.
After her arrest in August 2023, following her 12-year-old son’s courageous escape, Franke pleaded guilty to four counts of aggravated child abuse. The entries in her journal are horrifying, depicting a twisted belief system where her children were alleged to be demonically possessed and deserving of harsh punishments to “repent.” One gut-wrenching entry described forcing her son outside in extreme conditions and using painful methods to “correct” him, claiming it was in line with “the power of God.” She even recounted poking her son with a cactus to encourage obedience.
Franke’s actions were not isolated; as her partnership with ex-business associate Jodi Hildebrandt progressed, the abuse reportedly escalated. A therapist featured in the docuseries notes that Hildebrandt had a knack for exploiting the anxieties prevalent in the Mormon community. Hildebrandt too pleaded guilty to the same charges and both women were handed prison sentences ranging from four to 30 years, awaiting further evaluation from the Utah Board of Pardons and Parole.
At her sentencing, an emotional Franke reportedly expressed remorse to her children, stating, “I will never stop crying for hurting your tender souls,” which adds another layer of complexity to an already heartbreaking story. As the *New York Post* highlighted, the series isn’t just about the crimes; it’s a cautionary tale reflecting deeper issues within parenting, community, and mental health.
These revelations have sparked nationwide discussions about parental abuse and the alarming rise of influencers who may mask darker realities behind the lens of social media. *Devil In The Family* streams now on Hulu for anyone who dares to delve deeper into this tragic tale.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and People Magazine, New York Post, Business Insider
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