Overview

• Ruby Franke, a once-popular YouTube 'mommy vlogger,' was sentenced to 4 to 30 years in prison for aggravated child abuse, stemming from the mistreatment of her youngest children.
• Franke's abuse, carried out with her business partner Jodi Hildebrandt, included malnourishment, physical torture, and emotional manipulation, as detailed in a new Hulu docuseries.
• The abuse came to light in 2023 when Franke's 12-year-old son escaped Hildebrandt's home, leading to the discovery of his and his 9-year-old sister's horrifying conditions.
• Franke's estranged husband, Kevin Franke, claims he was unaware of the severity of the abuse and is currently seeking custody of their four minor children, who remain in state care.
• The Hulu docuseries 'Devil in the Family: The Fall of Ruby Franke' features exclusive interviews with Franke's eldest children and ex-husband, offering insight into the family's ordeal.