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Natalia Grace Case Resurfaces with New Abuse Allegations and Online Misinformation

As Hulu's dramatized series concludes, fresh claims against former guardians and a fake memoir intensify public scrutiny of the controversial adoption saga.

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Mark Duplass as Michael Barnett in "Good American Family."
Dule Hill, Imogen Faith Reid Christina Hendricks and Jerod Haynes in Good American Family.
Photo of Kristine Barnett and Ellen Pompeo as Kristine Barnett in Good American Family

Overview

  • Hulu's 'Good American Family' dramatizes the Natalia Grace case, concluding with the restoration of her legal birthdate and the dismissal of charges against the Barnetts.
  • New abuse allegations have surfaced against Natalia's former guardians, Cynthia and Antwon Mans, which the couple has strongly denied.
  • A fake Facebook account impersonating Kristine Barnett has been promoting a non-existent memoir, misleading viewers and fueling confusion online.
  • DNA evidence and medical examinations confirmed in 2023 that Natalia was a child at the time of her adoption, contradicting the Barnetts' claims she was an adult.
  • Natalia now lives with the DePaul family in upstate New York, working toward her GED and seeking independence under renewed media attention.