Missy didnt start fights just stood her ground. You claim you know Kirsten, are you the one who told about the Bullied Girls who were ran out and Demonized. The goth was actually into New Wave music and was not goth people at the school just thought she was weird for dying her hair New Wave because it was such a conservative school. (Kirsten sure didnt), Saying bullies need to get what they deserve. She was just as mean and snooty as the rest and stuck up to. She runs a Facebook and Twitter account under the same name. She is evil and a Monster (with a very dark Soul). The kids went to Miramonte High School. Think of what youre sayingfragile ppl dont turn to homicide. Bernadette admitted to many friends she craved the wealthy life, and hated that her own parents (whom I feel sorry for) were so old. What a bizarre story. The school was no more competitive than any other school around anywhere. She wont tell where shes at, cause to many people have it out for her cause of her past. Kirsten and Bernadette were both well off. What's The True Story Behind Lifetime's Remake Of 'Death Of A I wouldnt doubt it cause thats how much she is hated in Orinda. Especially someone who not only blames the murder victim for her brutal murder, but also blames her innocent parents? Also, Im flattered by the attention you gave me on the blog. My honest opinion on this is that I think that Kirsten didnt deserve to die. Luca's friend and the man got out but, despite firefighters' best efforts, Luca didn't. The movie really leaned toward Bernadette being seen by Kirsten and others as less of a person. Like Missy Availa a girl said Missy was the meanest girl she ever met, and her worst bully ever. Bernadette rang Kirstens mother to invite Kirsten to a non existent sorority dinner. Are you looking for more information about Oliver Jackson Cohens wife? Honestly! She was not in a popular group, just a group. My comments arent gossip. Same for Bernadette, but she had to make this choice that will change her life. So the Mats either youre Berns Sisters, Berns BFF, or even Bern herself. The Homecoming Court was as popular (if not more) popular than Kirsten. She and one of her good friends practiced all the time. A teenage girl sought in the stabbing murder of an Orinda cheerleader lured her victim from home under the guise of driving her to a phony initiation ceremony for a socially-exclusive volunteer group, Contra Costa Sheriffs deputies said yesterday. 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. I cant get to the point quickly. Really? Its best not to post comments at all on Bernadette anymore. She let 2:girls take the blame. It's a remake of 1994's A Friend To Die For, which became a popular rerun for Lifetime under the Retronym Death of a Cheerleader, so they used that title for the remake. I feel very sad for both sides. Maybe her parents should have raised her better. Check your inbox to be the first to know the hottest news. I dont believe Kirsten was a Bully. Bernadette is hiding out, dont know about the depression, but she is in hiding and dont want her location exposed now, not sure if she is married anymore, but shes not working, she is somewhere out of State close to a family member. Lip Smackers from Bonne Bell: The super trendy vintage lip balm from the 70s & 80s, Vintage Tonka trucks & other old Tonka toys, Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back Trailer, reviews, cast interviews & where to watch it again, In 1984, everybody was gettin Footloose at the movies, dancing along with a young Kevin Bacon, The Six Million Dollar Man: Lee Majors was stronger, faster, better in this classic 70s TV show, These 40 vintage TV dinners look even better than we remember, Pretty, thin, young and single? But I dont remember hearing or learning about it until many years later. Maria Aquinar: What you should know about Sebastian Bach's ex-wife. She had a Childhood friend who was Popular, wonder she didnt go after her, and kill her, like Karen Severson. Kirsten and Bernadette were both friendly and nice girls. Yes, Death of a Cheerleader is based on a true story. Bernadette was worried about her reputation since she had embarrassed herself, and she couldn't allow things to come out. Calling her a B and saying she dressed nice in an interview. Read the posts from August 2019. Others suffer more cause they experience the loss. Protti didnt get a short sentence because she claimed to have been picked on. Blaming Kirstens parents for her death is the epitome of classlessness and disrespect. Mats you knew those Girls? If you liked this article, please share it! 60+ of your favorite vintage breakfast cereals from the 60s, See how vintage drugstores 100 years ago sold lots of things you cant (legally) buy anymore, https://www.facebook.com/kirstenmarina.costas.9, Vintage Fashion from the 1960s adult coloring book: 50 pages of retro 60s clothing for women, Groovy Fashion of the 70s: Vintage Women Coloring Book #10, Vintage Homes Adult Coloring Book #2: Classic Victorian Houses, Something Old: Vintage Wedding Dress Fashion Look Book, Classic Cars Adult Coloring Book #2: Vintage 1920s Automobiles (1920-1929), Vintage brick fireplaces: Warm & wonderful home decor from the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s, Disneyland in the 1980s: See the magical theme parks rides, attractions & maps, 70s hot pants were a brief (literally!) If Bernadette killed Kirsten because she was bullied by her, why didnt she give examples at her trial, which would have strengthened her case? To this day I remember those girls well. She refused to. Kirsten from my Understanding was Self Absorbed and a Snob, but not a Bully. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Her fellow students said she was a huge part of the school and will be sorely missed. Player, 2004. Miramonte High School - Notable Alumni Even Bernadette was to I bet. My kid knows better than to bully others. Its sad, thats the biggest problem in this world? She could block it out of her mind (her words). You know who you are to. You have no idea what you are talking about with Columbine. We dont care how mean she was,:sure you werent so much a Saint yourself at Miramonte. To bad Kirsten didnt get a chance to grow up and grow out of it. Landscape Suicide 1986 is the closest after Bernadettes interview with the Police it shows it. You the one who told about the girls ran out of Miramonte as well. It had nothing to do with Bullying wasnt even about that, it was about forging a friendship. Kirsten May of been just like that, I couldnt tell you thats true. Nancy was Sweet, she just took things the wrong way. Yes, I have seen the movie. Of course, the story was national news, and considering it is more than three decades later, people are wondering about the convicted culprit. ???????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? Thats so hot, the girl says, and heads home. The crime happened way back in June 1984, in the town of Orinda, California. Alex offered to drop Kirsten home, as the Pinto followed. So they had a clique, what School or job doesnt? Kirsten Ill admit she wasnt in favor with stupid acting people and had zero tolerance for them, (as did I). Pre-meditation seems sensible between the clothes and the knife. Yes Kirsten May of been Snooty, but she was also adorable to those who knew her. Dont care how mean Kirsten was, that was uncalled for, you that defend Bernadette saying Kirsten was mean girl, do you realize Kirsten is gone forever, and will never be back, do you realize Bernadette took a Life! Your email address will not be published. She was more Bubbly and down to Earth. Trouble for or Stealing maybe we could look past that. I agree with Karen, you cant prove Kirsten bullied Bernadette. Bernadette was/is just a mental case. Kirsten had an Engaging type Personality, that Movie was off, and (Pro Bernadette). Bernadette then appears to have confessed her feelings of admiration for Kirsten in the empty car-park at night. You knew both girls? People may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. Several on the site say Kirsten was Sweet Cute and Funny. Yes. But unfortunately for her all she was taught was whats the best material Possessions, popularity and the look at me attitude. Bernadette only got in that Exclusive Club cause a friend who had pull nominated her. As with the earlier movie, it's a loose fictionalization of the 1984 murder of high school sophomore Kirsten Costas . Feeling bad for Bernadette bc was a pathetic, weak, emotionally unstable girl, fragile or whatever doesnt change the fact that shes also a murderer. We all have moved on, and went on with our Lives since that tragic episode. Hundreds of mourners filled the great sanctuary of the Lafayette-Orinda Presbyterian Church yesterday to pay their last respects to Kirsten Costas. As for LF aka LP she just disappeared off the map somehow. Bernadette Protti also went to Miramonte High School, along with Kirsten. The only truly real statement that is completely believable is Bernadettes taped confession where she is mostly panicked about press and people knowing. There is no evidence of Kirsten being mercilessly cruel to anyone. Bernadette then stalked Kirsten all the way to her house, ambushed her from behind with a 15/18 inch knife, inflicted Kirsten with two two foot wounds down her back and continued to stab Kirsten when she was suffering on the ground with her wounds. Bridget is a shy outsider, who wants to be popular and beautiful. People make their own reputation and choices in life whether they are bad or good. This is Berns BFF or her Sister or Bern herself, no one else would go to such extend to call a dead girl names. Some 86 graduate girls felt ridiculed and belittled by them as well as I did and others. Once the police investigation began, she started contemplating suicide. There was no teasing and ostracisation. Kirsten was so adorable. I was in the artsy and nerd group to. Kirsten wont grow out of hers, Bernadette took that chance from her. Were not sympathizing with you, (grow up and get over it) Theyre not going to beg you to come, and if you dont want to be found cause your life was miserable, were not really interested in finding you and apologizing. We all are mental ill and could snap in a minute, so be good for yourself and others. Others didnt want any part of them cause Orinda kids want to be liked and accepted, and if you hang out with kids who arent you make yourself and outcast to. Hostile people do. Today, she has a career, is married and has children. If you werent Popular she looked down on you just as bad as Kirsten did. Read the facts of the case instead of perpetuating lies that Kirsten pushed Bernadette or that she bullied Bernadette. 2023 Cinemaholic Inc. All rights reserved. Upon her release, she reportedly changed her name. She made it sound like this was a drug-related murder, and it wasnt, says Berit Costas. Dont matter if the girl bullied her. What happened to a lot of those girls fro Kirstens group? Naturally, you might be wondering if that is the case here. Bernadette grabbed the knife from the vehicle and met Kirsten on her neighbour's lawn, and a scuffle ensued. I remember one time coming back from skiing, my friend and I were saying how we should stab the killer 18 times for what she did. Oakland Tribune Wednesday, September 5, 1984, Oakland Tribune Saturday, October 6, 1984. Those who say Kirsten was a Mean Girl clearly didnt know her, or she didnt like them with (good Reasons). If Kirsten was going to out Bernadette she would of told Alex Arnold all about her. Bernadette had jealousy issues. The film explores the events that lead up to, and play out, after the murder, shocking the community to its core. You are one OBSESSED weirdo. Nope! I just felt like I didnt fit in at Miramonte or Orinda. The case is extremely old now. Did Kirsten deserve to die over it. She lured Kirsten out of her house under false pretences to the non existent sorority dinner and then drove Kirsten to an empty car-park at night. Kristen had it well deserved in response to someone else, which suggests that you think her cruel murder was justified. So she is a Horrible girl. My sympathies are with the Costas family and i hope they have managed to move on. Rest In Peace Kirsten. Never wished Kirstens unfortunate death, she may of been misunderstood, but she never talked to me, neither did Bernadette. Lots of Students had to seek Counseling that year over all this. I still have nightmares of many girlfriends ignoring me, making fun of me and being just vicious. Her one friend in the group changed, she now fights for womens right. And ironically the real Kirsten was the brunette and the kiler was the blonde. I never saw her actually bully and some said they cant picture Kirsten ever being unkind Kirsten was loved by many very many. You that said Kirsten was mean, dont know her, or anything about her. She may be dead by now or have this bad Virus. All are welcome. If shed been bullied by Kirsten, seems like shed have told it in detail. I didnt know Kirsten very well. Kirsten was just trying to find her way like we all were in a snobby, competitive crappy little town through the Caldecott tunnel. At 50 years old, I too have been bullied my whole life. When this plan is upended, it fuels her jealousy and results in murder. Judging from your malicious, reprehensible comments and utter ignorance and delusion, your moral fiber is rotten to the core, and I pity any child subjected to your skewed guidance as their moral fiber will no doubt succumb to decay. A murderer? That Dee if it is who I think she was always in trouble and never listened. Otherwise, her new identity would have surfaced as well. Melissa Womer: children, Jim Carrey, net worth, latest updates. She slaughtered a girl. they all were, taking a life is unacceptable and inexcusable. The officers all ran unopposed save for the position of junior class Treasurer. Did you ever think that she would not want to try to defend herself in court with letting out the terrible things Kristen said to her and how she berated her and others because she was sorry and she felt as though that would only add insult to injury to Kristens family? The Principal though highly of her. 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. Although Bernadette had been questioned and cleared via a polygraph test, a private detective hired by the Costas found discrepancies in her alibi. It wasnt about jealousy, the blond girl has a mental disorder. Dont let this Corona Virus stop you? I know right. Thanks for visiting and for supporting a small business! Even religion, which is supposed to be about mostly how you treat others. She had moments, and she told her feelings about people. Normal teenagers they like I said, were crazy so to speak, and meant no harm towards Nancy and them, just harmless teasing, they were crazy like that. One girl said stupid stuff that embarrassed you, and cussed all the time, and other girls who smoked or cussed, she didnt associate with them, she didnt want around them. Who cant see that part? Some still get together. However, internet sleuths have long been fixated with uncovering Bernadettes latest location, and identity. So if your child were bully someone they deserve to die ? If someone from Orinda ran into her, especially one of Kirstens friends, they would probably spit at her.
