Gypsy Rose Blanchard was released from prison on Thursday (December 28), and the measures behind her release were shrouded in secrecy.
Gypsy Rose's case came to light in 2015 after the murder of her mother Clauddine "Dee Dee" Blanchard, who was found covered in blood at her home.
The backdrop to this tragedy revealed a history of forced pretenses, with Dee Dee fabricating serious illnesses, such as leukemia and muscular dystrophy, that her daughter did not suffer from.
Contrary to the belief of friends and well-wishers, Gypsy Rose, now 32, was healthy and not developmentally delayed.
Dee Dee sought attention and money through her daughter's fabricated illnesses, deceiving even medical professionals by claiming records were lost during Hurricane Katrina, per AP. The mom was later diagnosed with Munchausen syndrome by proxy.
Gypsy met her then-boyfriend Nicholas Godejohn on a Christian dating site and the pair concocted a plan so that they could run away together.
On June 9, 2015, Nicholas entered the Blanchard residence and took Dee Dee's life using a knife while Gypsy hid in the bathroom.
The pair were later arrested and, in 2016, Gypsy was sentenced to 10 years behind bars while Nicholas received life without parole.
After serving the best part of eight years of her sentence, Gypsy has today (December 28) been released from prison on parole, and although her release date was widely publicized, her physical release was shrouded in secrecy.
As reported by TMZ, no individuals - including media, fans, or spectators - were permitted on the Chillicothe Correctional Center prison premises. The parking lot was also off-limits, with strict measures in place to protect prison staff, ensure overall safety, and safeguard Gypsy's privacy.
The exact time of Gypsy's release was undisclosed, and she has expressed no interest in engaging with the media during her exit, despite having granted interviews from prison ahead of this high-profile moment.
Sources suggest that Gypsy deliberately sought a super low-key release, and the prison is maintaining a tight lid on the details due to her fame.
Gypsy Rose, granted parole three years early in September, was sentenced to a decade behind bars in 2016 for her involvement in her mother's murder. The prison authorities emphasize that the release process has been a year in the making, with meticulous attention to ensuring all procedures are meticulously followed.
Upon her departure from custody, corrections officials are hopeful that Gypsy can successfully reintegrate into society and lead a normal life. During her years in prison, she reportedly engaged in photography and videography classes, participated in the media team, and explored higher education opportunities.
Gypsy Rose reportedly has a plan for her post-prison life, including living arrangements and compliance with her parole officer.
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