Gypsy Rose Blanchard, known for her involvement in the murder of her abusive mother, Dee Dee Blanchard, has filed for divorce from her husband, Ryan Anderson, after less than two years of marriage. The couple tied the knot while Gypsy Rose was still in prison in 2022, and their relationship has been closely followed by the public since her release in late December.
The news of the divorce was first reported by TMZ, with the legal grounds for the split not yet made public. Gypsy Rose and Ryan have not commented on the divorce proceedings.
The ongoing fascination with Gypsy Rose has sparked discussions about the ethics of public obsession with true crime figures and victims of abuse, as well as the transformation of these figures into social media influencers. Gypsy Rose, now 32, pleaded guilty to the second-degree murder of her mother, with her boyfriend at the time, Nicholas Godejohn, also being convicted for his role in the crime.
During her time in prison, Gypsy Rose was the subject of an HBO documentary and a Hulu mini-series that portrayed her as a victim of Munchausen syndrome by proxy. Following her release, she gained millions of followers on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok, where she shared updates on her life with Ryan and promoted her Lifetime series.
However, the public’s reaction to Gypsy Rose’s social media presence has been mixed, with some praising her openness about her past actions while others expressing discomfort with the commodification of her story for entertainment purposes. Gypsy Rose recently deactivated her social media accounts, citing concerns about the impact of public scrutiny on her mental health.
The divorce filing marks a new chapter in Gypsy Rose’s tumultuous life, as she continues to navigate the complexities of fame and public perception in the aftermath of her release from prison.
