Bernadette was far out of line I agree. Frequently considered a cult-classic, the 1-hour and 31-minute-long film offers a chilling depiction of the horrific murder story. I think she made a pass and got rejected. Bernadette would have seen the pain and anguish on Kirstens face, the fear and shock in Kirstens eyes, listened to Kirsten scream in agony (she was reported to have screamed) as she felt the knife rip through Kirsten skin. very sad. She didnt have time to (bully). Even if Kirsten was mean, it still doesnt justify killing her. Or someone who stares at you constantly, you got a problem doing that. She wasnt into that game. She considered her parents too old and also felt that they were not listening to her. The sad thing is that adults act the same way. She let 2:girls take the blame. We bought a do up property. Upper middle class at least. No justification for Murder. Kirsten was well liked and cared. She only confessed cause the FBI was cornering her, and she had no where to turn to. Some are quick, rich, own the finest and the most expensive of anything. For you to even fix your fingers to type a reference that this was some sort of fault of the victims speaks volumes about you as a person. Thats different, and usually those were the ones that were irritating and annoying. I still cant believe this individual who killed someone because of jealousy, if she was so down in the dumps they why didnt she just KILL herself?????? I certainly dont condone murder under any circumstances even if someone is being bullied but I certainly think it is a terrible thing to actually do a movie that is based on true events without any detail to the accuracy of the characters.
Murder Still Haunts Moraga Resident - The Claw She fit it fine and was considered to be popular in her own way. I heard Bernadette was Snobbish also as well. Bernadette what you did was disgusting period and the only tiny way you can have the smallest amount of self respect would be to publicly come out and admit to the world that you too were an asshole, and Kirsten did not deserve what you did. No, there is good and bad in every person, just the people are guilty for not seeing the reasons that cause that kind of things. Like I said, Im sure theres a purpose somewhere to where she can make a difference in someones life today, she was a lot like Kirsten Costas. Vanessa I agree I knew both girls. It was a strange time growing up around religious freaks. She didnt give examples because she wasnt bullied by Kirsten. Bernadette Protti is an American of Italian descent, born on September 20, 1968. Her parents poor,.. yes, but spent money on that. Shame on you calling a dead girl names. She stuck to her story initially, but when Hilley described the psychological profile of the suspect in the case which showed, among other things, that the killer would have little remorse for her crime, Bernadette said, It sounds like me.. Her biggest desire was to be liked and succeed, just like Kirsten. She would of grown out of that. One of her relatives I asked how to get ahold of her, and they said she dont want to be bothered with anyone at all from her past, coworkers, former schoolmates and former friends, outside of family she dont want to talk to anyone. Same for guys as well, but girls are a lot worse. The full length picture of Kirsten with her hair tied back is so cute. The reason why Bernadette killed Kirsten is because Kirsten didnt appreciated the fact that she was lured out of her house under the pretence of a Bobbies sorority initiation dinner by someone she wasnt friends or even acquaintances with. Her house too, apparently had paint peeling off, and was not the type of place she imagined herself to be living in. You copied your little story from some other website. The Lifetime movie serves as a dramatic retelling, where we see how a girl decides that she can be popular and accepted at school, by befriending one of the more beautiful classmates. For legal reasons, we will not publish her name in this article, or the comments. Most people would be angered and perturbed by that kind of behavior. Could of been any of those girls in that group as one girl said, they were all like Kirsten in lots of ways. If Bernadette had considered Kirstens familys feelings at all, she wouldnt have stolen Kirsten from them by brutally murdering her. She only had Certain friends. Im incandescent with rage. Killed a girl because you were jealous? The crime happened way back in June 1984, in the town of Orinda, California. I hardly knew this girl. Using friends names there, they altered her friends names for Privacy rights. But I will feel honored at the same timebut I still would have been weirded out. So sad her life was shortened. Bernadette is hated to all over so she has answered for it. The rumours were so intense that her mother prevented her from taking a lie detector test and transferred her from the learning institution. The Lifetime movie serves as a dramatic retelling, where we see how a girl decides that she can be popular and accepted at school, by befriending one of the more beautiful classmates. So you are offbeat to, for defending a Killer. Police said today 15-year-old Kirsten Costas thought she was going to a sorority-like initiation the night she was stabbed to death just a few yards from her Orinda home. Eventually, she ended up confessing to killing Kirsten, saying that she put her down, and made her feel bad, exacerbating Bernadettes inferiority complex. LP even if she doesnt get around to much to see people, Im sure theres a purpose in her life to. This is Berns BFF or her Sister or Bern herself, no one else would go to such extend to call a dead girl names. So Kirsten was a Bully, no right to Justify Bernadettes actions. Although Bernadette had been questioned and cleared via a polygraph test, a private detective hired by the Costas found discrepancies in her alibi. I can understand that part. Kirsten is better looking than bernadette, because Kirsten facial features are in proportion with her face.. bernadette is not. How is obsessing over this going to solve the problem? Bernadette was clearly very sick and disturbed, yet you appear to be minimizing or even excusing Kirstens murder by referring to Bernadette as a fragile human being, and writing Society in the richest places raise their children to be obnoxious and unbearable little freaks who will at some point push a normal person to the brink. The killing, which has left authorities baffled, occurred as the popular student and cheerleader was apparently fleeing a bogus invitation to an initiation dinner for the Bobbies, a public service sorority-like group she had joined. At 50 years old, I too have been bullied my whole life. You have those girls in all schools, you just go on and leave them be, and hang with your own friends. Unfortunately, no one was home as nobody answered the call. Sheriffs investigators have only leads and a description of the woman suspected of stabbing Kirsten Marina Costas to death Saturday night, but not much else. If every teen girl was to be murdered due to bullying and being Stuck up, and also Loose with boys then we wouldnt have any teen,girls at all. Thats a much more obvious motive. Look inwards and think with consideration before you speak. I even was smart alecky as a teen, its just something that takes over your mind and body. Bernadette was a sweet girl, thats why it was so hard to beleive she was the killer. Kirsten was one to always have fun, Was Orinda elite, yes, but they had a lot of wonderful people there to, and they helped one another. Well she had her Spirits and was funny ( if not funnier) like that. This is a truly heartbreaking experience and we are really grieving together," said Miramonte principal Julie Parks. All of the pictures featured here are photos taken from newspapers, not the authors private collection. Sometimes she could come off the wrong way, but if someone rubbed her the wrong way, she would let them know. Naturally, you might be wondering about where Bernadette Protti is currently. So she could never uplift Bernadette at all. Are you bullied in school? Was Bernadette fragile when she took Catechism classes with one of the accused girls and would have no doubt seen the emotional toll being falsely accused of murder would have taken on the girl, yet she acted like nothing was amiss. Lol the people saying bernadette was better looking and Kristen had it coming, oh boyhoping your not the ugly neighbor living on my block and lurking in my bushes.
'Death of a Cheerleader' Is Based on This Chilling Story It would appear that kirsten marina costas was a spoilt rich kid who never had to go without any luxuries at all. As for Kirsten making fun of outcasts, I agree every school has outcasts. Bernadette got to all back to, she deserves to be vilified. Kirsten was SelfAbsorbed not mean and bullish. One thing is for certain, Bernadette has not had any serious run-ins with the law since her release from prison. What are you going to tell the press? was the first question she asked during the confession, followed by another: Do I go to juvenile hall or do I go back to Miramonte? Her fears of Miramonte were greater. March 11-12, Miramonte students of each class came together to decide their class presidents, vice presidents, and treasurers for the 2020-2021 school year. As Kirsten headed towards her house from Alex's car, she spotted Bernadette on the street and headed towards her. . Kirsten teased Joanna and Joanna got it all wrong to. In real life, Bernadette Protti almost got away with murdering Kirsten Costas, but ultimately ended up confessing to the crime. I cant live if it is known. Youre not getting that, let Kirsten Rest In Peace. As Angela lifts her bag, she looks back to her mother and gives her a classic "Why did you do that, mom?" But as she drove, she became frightened about how Kirsten might describe the evening to the other girls at school. I do remember all the stories before and after the killing. There is no justification for murder, and I am not siding with the criminals, but you can push someone so far. There are more murders in american continent than in Europe and its not in the time of war. I had to deal with people like Kirsten in high school. 2023 Cinemaholic Inc. All rights reserved. Bernadette made a horrible decision by ending a girls life, if she left her alone, B wouldnt be in the mess she got herself in, she kept pushing for her friendship. It was to Personal. You Mats that knows Kirsten, why was she so Mean? November 19, 2018 / 6:32 PM So I would say to any bully, we all have our weaknesses, Sheriffs deputies said Kirsten Costas, 15, was stabbed repeatedly after she was given a ride home by a Moraga resident, who was not identified. The cheerleaders in the class of 86 and 87 were mostly snobs around there. She still is as far as Im concerned. This is the true story Death of a Cheerleader is based on. Sydnee Goodman bio: nationality, married, IGN, latest updates. I pray Bernadette is repayed and rewarded by the Blessed Trinity for the horrendous act towards the Costas. 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Her mother drove her to the sheriff's office, where she made a full confession. She may live a Quiet life, but she is still a Killer. That already happened. If the ones acting like Hoes were demonized while everyone lived happily ever after, why were they demonized. You may think Bernadette is happy and living life, glad you think so, I would hate to have to always live in fear, of fear of running into someone from my past, or, someone who knows about my past. Well it is best to not bother the girl anymore sick or not, cause she moved on and so did the Costas family, so why keep the fuel burning, its just best to let folks live their lives. Seriously, whats wrong with you? She joined a popular clique and was noticed everywhere. Did you know the other 2 girls that were accused? According to People, Protti attended her funeral just like everyone else in her school. Society in the richest places raise their children to be obnoxious and unbearable little freaks who will at some point push a normal person to the brink,so whatever happens is something they are a part of as well as the person they have pushed. The reporter had misunderstood. Do I believe she was (stuck up) to a degree I do, but arent most teen girls as I said before. She was not in a popular group, just a group. Still wasnt right. How could a teenager have been that diabolical? So whoever wrote Miramonte was a bad school and everyone cut everyone down, maybe it was you cause you werent socially accepted, and probably didnt make the best choices, or embarrassed yourself wanting the attention and. Bernadette is in her fifties and may have changed her name to Jannette Tomanka. Other outsiders felt like they were excluded from her group to. Kirsten really wasnt big enough to be a Bully and she was more into Social things and School Spirit than bullying others. Kirsten was adorable. You want to defend your friend and so you should but once you start calling names and trampling over the comments of others you single yourself out as a bully. Dont matter if Kirsten was a bully or the meanest girl ever, you haters on her leave her alone and let her Rest In Peace. No there were several girls bullied, but Bernadette wasnt one. It made me feel oh so special. I do believe she didnt like outcasts like Nancy and Joanna there. Regardless she didnt deserve to die, and she isnt the only one who laughed at people in High School. Move on. She was just as mean and snooty as the rest and stuck up to. Did Kirsten deserve to die over it. I wouldnt doubt it cause thats how much she is hated in Orinda. Who killed Stacey in Death Of A Cheerleader? Kirsten was almost identical to that, no like Tori Spelling. So bullies need to die. If we all got along with everyone then it would be boring. She is evil and a Monster (with a very dark Soul). She and one of her good friends practiced all the time. Bern wasnt one of them, in fact, (as I said) she was well liked and in with a lot of the i crowd. But how did it come to this? Firstly, Bernadette failed to get in the coveted cheerleading team, and secondly, she did not make it to the yearbook staff. In reality, the case unfolded in the town of Orinda, which is not far from the San Francisco Bay Area. I bet she finally became an outcast fro supporting Bernadette. Karma is catching up with her, thats why she has all these haters and has to watch her back anywhere she goes. And not a fuckn psycho. Lisa Thorner: 5 interesting facts about Damon Wayans' ex-wife. This poor girl never got to grow up and experience life all because some horrible, disturbed girl murdered her. Absolutely not. She was to busy of a girl. The murder of her daughter, Berit says, was premeditated from the moment of the phone call. Would you say the same if Bernadette did suicide? Finally, as an aside, I think some people need to learn the difference between fiction and reality. Why are you victim shaming ? As for Bernadette, do I believe she was a nice girl, yes I believe she was, but she became overly jealous that led her to rage and murder. Hard to comprehend how this Bernadette flew into a rage and savagely murdered her classmate. I believe they wouldnt allow you to read if you were in a group with them, thats there Nature towards people who they feel superior to. I was there too. However, she didn't finish her nine-year sentence behind bars as she was paroled after seven years, released on June 10, 1992. Eventually, she came clean to her parents. Pre-meditation seems sensible between the clothes and the knife. Im sure today Ms. Stuff, D and Beauty and the Beast could still be the life of the Party if they wanted to be. You cant force somebody to be friends with you. Maybe things wouldve been different for her and she would still be here today. You are a sick minded individual to perpetuate that lie about Kirsten, but I suppose its easier for you and your ilk to criticize a dead teenager because she its not like she can defend herself, is it? I dont know why you are saying nice things about Kristen she was very mean and she said stuff that offended people she stop acting like she was innocent. Here is the link: https://www.facebook.com/kirstenmarina.costas.9 Kirsten was just trying to find her way like we all were in a snobby, competitive crappy little town through the Caldecott tunnel. What teen isnt? She never had words with Kirsten, just said Kirsten hardly talked to her, maybe once or twice in her entire life. Not a plaine jane.get real. Who knows what was true or not. Some by the time theyre 18 depends on the maturity level theyre at. Not true, I have heard from people at Miramonte in the class of 1986 saying that they dont want to be found right now due to their experience at Miramonte was not good at all. How was the judge stupid when first of all the evidence didnt show or prove 1st degree murder then secondly that was the law at the time? I heard Kirsten was self absorbed, but no bully. Even Bernadette was to I bet. Note: This article may feature affiliate links, and purchases made may earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. But this is just my opinion, dont come after me :/. You knew both girls? Cynthia Morgan biography: boyfriend, sickness, net worth, what happened, latest pictures. Kirsten Costas, who had just finished her sophomore year at Miramonte High School in this scenic, affluent suburb, was killed at about 10pm Saturday, Contra Costa County Sheriffs Department investigators said. If the person that Tori spelling played in that movie Was indeed Kristen Costas attitude toward other students then anybody couldve seen this coming. They start being cruel. As for the girls who got blamed, so sorry if your lives were miserable at the time, but remember Bernadette was scared herself and did t know what to do, she didnt aim for all that to come down. One day after Kirstens family had left, she was picked up by someone in a Pinto. We all had enemies and faults and all teen girls are Caddy and mean at some point, no reason to die, they outgrow it in adulthood, most do anyways, some never do. They were good about making you feel like you didnt belong. Without a confession, authorities did not have enough evidence to arrest her. I knew Kirsten she was funny and adorable. I think both girls were good girls, and I think one just got frustrated over a fake invitation, and I do believe Bernadette made a (butt) of herself to Kirsten, and it was all Kirsten could take. Kirsten didnt hate anyone, (as for Dee) she didnt like the way she acted thats all. Even so, I said before, and Ill say it again, still no excuse to murder. As I wrote to you in a previous comment, if anyone was pushed to the brink, it was Kirsten, but instead of reacting violently like Bernadette did, she ran from Bernadettes car. But to say Bernadette was a Sweet girl. You are full of it. Nobody was all that nice to each other because that was the culture parents included even more so than the kids. I dont understand why you sympathize with a murderer and perpetuate lies about her murder victim under different aliases. The news flew through the town. Most people would find that bizarre and off-putting and would certainly not deserve to be killed over it. Not to mention all over the world. She was Bubbly and Gregarious, loved to have a great time. Was Bernadette fragile when her behaviour was reported to not have changed after Kirstens murder? She could block it out of her mind (her words). Word around town was that K was stabbed 18 times. She lived big. Friends said she was a glowing part of the student body with a warm and welcoming personality. Those boys were wealthy and were far from bullied. Now that you know, have fun looking around! Paris Mahone did you know Kirsten? She has Mental issues and always will. Do I believe Kirsten was a Mean girl (bully) not at all, I believe she had those she didnt like and may of been Snooty towards that got on her nerves. She liked mostly everybody. Yes, Death of a Cheerleader is based on a true story. I feel very sad for both sides. Its about time on other sites told all about Kirsten and how much fun loving she was. Some thought Bernadette was Stuck up, there were a few that thought she was to. Shes no better than you. I saw an interview with one of her classmates who described her as mean. I have been watching The Cheerleader Murder on my iPhone for a few years now, and one of the lines was, Bernadette was part of the in crowd, but she didnt see it! If you liked this article, please share it! Kristen was a total bully, just horrible. Bern want the poor girl Deployed in the movie. Things were never the same after all that, it was a horrible experience, one good friend was dead and another friend was her killer, it was to much for us to take in and swallow. She and D were always cracking jokes and having fun. Your eyes are deceiving you. They told about the girls ran out of School. Whos to say she hasnt Murdered again, if so, she Covered her tracks better, and probaly let an innocent person take the blame and maybe jailed for it. In the end, the wannabe cheerleader was found guilty of second degree murder, with the judge rejecting the idea that the murder was premeditated.
The True Incident Behind Death of a Cheerleader, Explained If you want to know what is wrong with her get on her YouTube channel where she makes pies. Alex gave chase but to no avail. She didnt want to be bothered with her either. She had a sort of ombre style in fact which was kind of weird in the 80s, but cutting edge. I dont think it was so much bullying as it was insecurity, I think Bernadette said something that went all wrong in the car. You know whats really sad? Ive been able to live with it for a while but I cant ignore it Im even worse than words can describe and I hate myself ., In a P.S., she wrote, Please dont say how could you or why because I dont understand this and I dont know why. I hear her husband knew all along about her. Is it respectful to suggest that Kirstens parents should have raised her better and that they are to blame for her murder? That way she would of learned and been afraid, no she took the Coward Way out and Murdered, and Bernadette was chasing after Kirsten. They made that clear and so did she Every single day. To a degree Bernadette struggled harder than most of her friends, she wasnt as Popular as they were and was a little of an Outcast, but Tolerated. She was outgoing even as a nurse, but now, I hear she dont really associate with anyone outside of family. Not true, analyzes yourself if they were snobs to you, probably embarrassed yourself by trying to hard to be accepted, or you were a troublemaker and a bully yourself. Theres usually a reason why. It all started with Bernadette inviting Kirsten to a party, which the latter was unaware of. But for the most part Kirsten got along with mostly everyone. Bernadette was also plagued by body-image issues. When this plan is upended, it fuels her jealousy and results in murder. They might not win but they can make a case for smearing the name of their daughter if indeed she was not a bully. Cant see her making fun of anyone. Berit and Bob Costas live in Hawaii. so dont mock, offer to help thus build bridges. Its sad, thats the biggest problem in this world? Even if she was, no right to murder her. No one is bothering her anymore.
Newspaper headlines from the real-life Death of a Cheerleader story She had a circle of friends, Kirsten was more popular though. Also Bernadette wasnt bullied or singled out, thats BS. So, what happened in 1984 and what is Protti up to today? Kirsten probaly spotted she wasnt all there and was going to out her on it. One girl she got mad at for saying stupid stuff around her and embarrassing her. For one, some of Heather Cranes former classmates have started speaking to Heather again. Regardless no one deserves to die like that. There were several bullied as I said before. The Petaluma Argus-Courier Tuesday, June 26, 1984, San Francisco Examiner Thursday, June 28, 1984, San Francisco Examiner Friday, June 29, 1984. 2023 Cinemaholic Inc. All rights reserved. I dont go by Movies cause Movies dramatize the events to how they perceive it. The paint was peeling off, and it put a lot of pressure on her sensitive self-esteem as she never imagined living in such a place. A murderer? Now, instead of celebrating the Thanksgiving holiday, the young fire victim's family is in mourning. Paris Mahone, did you even know Kirsten? She only had certain friends. Check out these sexist stewardess job requirements of the 50s & 60s, The original Rice Krispies treats recipe from 1940 & its delicious history, 100 vintage 1960s supermarkets & old-fashioned grocery stores, Vintage Fostoria glass: 100+ old patterns, colors & styles of the classic American glassware, Why the old Ritz-Carlton Hotel in New York was the very definition of extravagance, See some huge classic 50s station wagons, with fins & rear-facing back seats, Remember these? Why deliberately refrain from giving examples if she could have been accused of first degree murder? She didnt like Nancy and a few others. Kirsten didnt really Bully Bernadette, some of the other girls there did Bully her a little. The motive: she feared that the murdered girl would tell other schoolmates she was weird. If we had to kill all 15:year olds who were Smart Aleck then we wouldnt have none making it to Graduation or getting their Drivers License. lol Dylans mother saying We werent rich. Lemme tell all of you a little something because I lived and breathed the entire lifestyle of growing up in orinda and knew both Bernadette and kirsten. The whole movie seems based on stuff Bernadette said and from her point of view which is a bit unfair. Is it respectful to write in another comment that Kirsten had it well deserved, which suggests that you think Kirstens murder was justified? Or do you mean that you think she was a fragile human being before she brutally murdered Kirsten? One of the most popular girls attending the Miramonte High School in Orinda, Calif., Costas was envied for her beautiful looks and privileged background. Bernadettes own parents turned her in. Snotty people blamed her publicly and without mercy.. shame on them, you know who you are. 15-year-old Kirsten Costas was ruthlessly murdered on June 23, 1984, by one of her schoolmates. Ashley English, Women's World Cup of Rugby Team Captain, 2008. I heard on here Joanna was bullied bad, so were quite a few others. In order to get into the Bobbies you had to have money. They just had their own group of girls. That Movie was nothing like the real Kirsten. According to a court report dating back to 1985, these were some of the traits her cold-hearted . I do believe she called Bernadette weird and threatened to expose her weirdness. Rubbish, it was jealousy and pure rage. Kirsten didnt like people who acted (Dumb) or got into trouble and cause trouble.
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