Bernadette Protti aka Angela Delvecchio is in Portland, Oregon with her husband and child. The judge indicated his concern about this during sentencing, stating that he hoped the trial had served a purpose more useful than as mere entertainment. Life hacker. If she would of left Kirsten alone knowing Kirsten didnt want to be bothered by her, things would of been different. Nancy had once told Kirsten in front of others that if she didnt shut up Nancy would kill her. If Kirstens friends wanted thier names told they would not of Altered them on 1980s Deadliest Decade, and changed thier Photo. In the end she will answer to GOD regardless. Bernadette has gone on with her life. She jumped out of the car and ran to the home of Alexander Arnold. timeout I think it is safe to say that anyone can see, that the motivation would be, that Kristen would tell people what Bernadette did. While in custody Bernadette graduated from high school, earned a bachelors degree in nursing and has been writing nursing text books. var notice = document.getElementById("cptch_time_limit_notice_28"); https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Kirsten_Costas http://people.com/archive/in-a-deadly-explosion-of-teenage-unhappiness-one-life-is-cut-short-another-blighted-by-murder-vol-23-no-19/ The defence wasnt disputing that Bernadette had killed Kirsten; they were only arguing that it wasnt her intention to do so when she had set up the meeting. Being reminded of this only gave Bernadette more energy to carry out the plan she had just set in motion. According to Los Angeles Times, the 16-year-old created a false invitation to trick Costas into attending a Bob-O-Links dinner, a volunteer group at the Miramonte High School. With no break in the case by October 1984, authorities were relieved when an FBI profile theyd requested arrived. Alexander offered to drive her home. Bernadette Protti was released from prison in 1992 at the age of 23 and reportedly left California, and changed her name to Jeannette. function() { Why are people so dumbfounded that Bernadette got 9 years. But, honestly, your theories are some of the stupidest. Again, her attire told Kirsten otherwise. Where Is Jeanette Tomanka Aka Bernadette Protti Today? Kirsten Costas Her absence at Miramonte High School on the first day back secured her guilt in the eyes of her fellow classmates for quite some time. I was dumbfounded that she got 9 years. The ridiculous punishment for thr most heinous crime. Unfortunately Kirsten instead decided to reject Bernadette and Bernadette snapped. She wanted to live in a home with a manicured lawn, and she also wanted to have all of the latest expensive trinkets just like the Costases, according to People. ' Palmer said. Now that she had her foot in the door, surely all she had to do now was simply put her hand out. Two nights later, Bernadette lied to her parents about needing the car for a babysitting job. The movie The Death of a Cheerleader, based on the events of Costas murder, presented Protti as jealous of Costas. They made a few movies about it. Im not saying she didnt talk mean to some people, everyone does, no excuse for Murder. Bridget Moretti (Aubrey Peeples) is a shy outsider from a lower middle-class background who aspires to be beautiful, popular and perfect in everything, Lifetime states, describing the plot of the new version. She was born into a devout catholic family, the youngest of six children. Jenna Jul 13, 2016 at 7:16 pm. (Name will only be used to verify billing.). entertainment news site Monsters and Critics. Karen Severson and Laura Doyle were friends with Missy Avila since grade school, but as they grow older, Missy blossoms into a . Kirsten Marina Costas (July 23, 1968 - June 23, 1984) was an American high school student who was murdered by her classmate, Bernadette Protti, in June 1984. Last week we lost a very Dear and important person. Kirstens murder was NOT premeditated! The first is a case of high school jealousy. She had a habit of looking at the people around her and comparing her own life to what she saw from the outside. 'Bernadette Protti, Kirsten Costas: Cheerleader Murder On ID's '1980s Tag Archives: Bernadette Protti - ripeace.wordpress.com But despite how much the comments hurt, they only served to deepen Bernadettes resolve to make Kirsten like her. The daughter of affluent parents, Arthur and Berit Costas, Kirsten and her brother, Peter, grew up in the small suburban town of Orinda, California. Marina Costas (July 23, 1968 - June 23, 1984) was. Bridget Moretti Histoire Vraie - Blaujournal As Kirsten fell, the knife was driven twice into her back. Mats '86 Jun 17, 2016 at 12:16 pm. Required fields are marked *, Student Sep 4, 2022 at 12:51 am. As wrong as Bernadette was to do what she did SHE Definitely, did NOT want to kiss the Greek American girl!!! What happened in that car to cause Kirsten to leave? Anonymous Sep 16, 2018 at 12:47 pm, It doesnt matter if Kirsten was mean or not. Kirsten would of outgrown it long before now if she would of lived if she was a Bully or just a plain Snob. Nicely written story, but many of the facts you stated are incorrect. Sharon Palmers memory is either failing her or she made up many of the facts. Protti, in 1984. [1] [2] Background [ edit] The daughter of affluent parents Arthur and Berit Costas, Kirsten Costas and her brother Peter grew up in the small suburban town of Orinda, California. The police interviewed all Kirstens associates, including all members of the Bob-O-Links. promotional material for from Lifetime's "Death of a Cheerleader", death of a cheerleader promotional material. 72.10.35.84 Kirsten was Cocky and Arrogant but she wasnt a Bully. Bernadette Peters. So comfortable that when she was interviewed three days after the murder, the police intimated to Nancy that her fellow classmates were pointing to her as the prime suspect. I can't live if it is known. Acalanes Hosts First District Dance Since COVID-19, College and Career Hosts Engineering Talk, Wrestling Outduels for Podium Spot at NCS. Kirsten Costas | Victims of Homicide Wiki | Fandom Everyone can be forgiven and that isnt even the question. Palmer recalls that Costas and Protti were in Moraga when Costas got out of the car. It was indeed premeditated and it makes me mad that she gets to have a life when she destroyed so many others. The maximum punishment for Bridget Moretti, also known as Bernadette Prott, was nine years, but she was freed on parole seven years later, in 1992, when she was 23. Costas screamed and somehow made her way to a different neighbors house where she died in that neighbors arms. It just shows that the people in the area are still as stupid, and vain, and sick and materialistic as ever. Parents Know Their Children: Downplayed with Angela's parents. It was like the past couple of hours hadnt even happened. Get good grades and make your parents proud so they could go flaunt you off to other parents. But Bernadette did all of this lying to impress Kirsten, the girl whom she simultaneously hated and admired. display: none !important; P.S. I hope time heals all wounds. Both were members of the swim team, but Costas was reportedly much more popular than Protti, according to the Associated Press in 1984. If anything, from other peoples accounts. Judge Convicts Girl In Classmate Killing | AP News Where is Bernadette Protti Now? Kirsten Costas Killer Today Had she been convicted today she would have received 30 years at a minimum. We do grow out of it some in our late teens and 20 s but still have moments, but not as bad. Either way, Bernadette had worked tirelessly to cultivate a social profile that she could be proud of. However, different forums say that they have completely changed their lives, moving into a different place with different identities. The speculation on whether of not this had anything to do with homosexuality, is asinine to say the least. Ive been able to live with it, but I cant ignore it, its too much for me and I cant be that deceiving. n reality, a person may not kill someone physically, but pass judgment on others as if their own shit does not stink. Kirsten backed up, yelling at Bernadette to go away. slated to air February 2 at 8/7c on Lifetime. Bernadette Protti of Orinda wept as she was escorted in handcuffs to juvenile hall Wednesday, minutes after she was convicted of second-degree murder. Bridget Moretti Real Life Photo - Where Is The Bernadette Protti Now? Bernadette Peters. She writes her articles on her crazy life, including one piece on her grandmother, who is Student Perspectives: Keeping Schools Safe From Gun Violence, BSU Honors Black Culture Through Campus Activities, Welcome to 2023: Student New Years Resolutions, Its Written in the Stars: Your November Horoscope, Your email address will not be published. I could never forgive her because I dont think she is a good person. 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High School is another time and place. Small sentences were the way it was in the mud 20th century. Please dont say how could you or why because I don t understand this and I dont know why. It was apparently this action that had led to Kirsten calling Bernadette weird and leaving the car. Peter et Kirsten Costas ont tous deux grandi Orinda, en Californie. Whatever the truth, Kirsten screamed at her that she was being weird. Similar to Kristen, Arthur and Berit Costas were well-off parents. There is just so many questions I would love to have answers to. If all teen girls were to be Murdered over being a. [Protti] probably tried to kiss her and it freaked her out. Anonymous Jan 2, 2019 at 5:20 pm. Bernadette was paroled from the California Youth Authority at the ripe old age of 23. I feel for the Costa family. Trivia. I would rather die," according to CNN. During the trial Bernadettes confession was played in full, in which Bernadette retold her version indicating she had made an attempt to become a closer friend to Kirsten. The are laws for both. Yes, she couldve punched her or just avoid Kirsten the next day at school but Bernadette didnt want to be embarrassed and thats why she did it. [Protti] felt if Kirsten had told what she had done that it would be the end of her life.. Sharon Palmers daughter was a lot like Kirsten a funny person and Confident, and likeable. En juin 1984, une camarade de classe nomme Bernadette Protti l'a tue par balle puis s'est suicide. Finally, that quick phone call was made to the Weems family. Another girl, Nancy Kane, had also attended. We cant all get along. Plus, I think Bernadette should be forgiven. Coupled with the witness account from Alexander Arnold of the killer with the blonde hair and casual attire driving the Pinto, a scenario was beginning to form in the minds of investigators. The Costa family settled in Hawaii, which included the mother, the fatherBeritand Kirsten's brother, Peter, after being left discouraged by the flakey judiciary. Time in 30s the game is over and we change who we are. Polygraphs are foolproof, as history will attest. Why? 2023 Campolindo High School along with the Acalanes Union High School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. Or any teen girl period. Bernadette handed her mother a letter, but told her to wait half an hour before reading it. Coverage of the latest true crime stories and famous cases explained, as well as the best TV shows, movies and podcasts in the genre. Protti had volunteered to drive her. Once the timer went off, she put the bible down, opened the letter and read: I have been trying to tell you this all day but I love you so much its too hard so Im taking the easy way out. The time she spent incarcerated is just not enough. She sought refuge at her friends' house, Alex and Mary Jane Arnold. The story of Bernadette Protti: Everything you need to know Bernadette had known that Kirsten was away. Mats86 Oct 8, 2019 at 11:09 am. Kirsten Costas Wiki & Bio - Everipedia I do not understand why the law thinks its just fine to spend only eight years in jail for taking away a LIFE. It seems that Kirsten misconstrued Bernadettes desperation for her friendship as something sexual by referring to Bernadette as that way, so it is unsurprising that Mrs Palmer and others in Orinda came to the same conclusion. The speculation on whether or not this had anything to do with homosexuality, is asinine to say the least. Bernadette was in her second year at Miramonte High School in Orinda, California. A Friend to Die For - Wikipedia Arthur Hillman cradled her head and yelled for his son to call 911. Kirsten was like a puppy. Her parents were hard-working and respectable people, but Bernadette felt that they were too old and did not listen to her. I think it is safe to say that anyone can see, that the motivation would be, that Kristen would tell people what Bernadette did. 37 years ago today - Kirsten Costas (15) was murdered by her classmate I thought that she was going to tell everybody at school that I was really weird, Protti claimed during trial. Only God decides where Bernadette will spend eternity. Lifetime should be ashamed. She and her mother even went for a lovely late evening walk. Mar 19, 2019 at 2:42 pm. Kirsten was clearly not a nice person as made evident by the many articles and tv shows on this case. On 21 June 1984, Bernadette called Kirstens house via a pay phone. Murder of Kirsten Costas explained A Killer Among Friends. Bernadette faced a sentence of 9 years for second-degree murder charges. A child took a wicked butcher knife and stabbed, not once, but 5 times a classmate. There was an issue submitting your request. Kirstens big ego shouldve been sufficiently stroked that night knowing someone thought she was so perfect and amazing. According to, I would like to remain anonymous. Poor Bernadette, after all her hard work she still isnt popular enough for her own Wikipedia page. For six months Protti went without being apprehended. The 2014 film Mean Girl Murderer Case, depicts two girls who kill a friend when they fear she knows about their lesbian relationship. Bernadette Protti had mental issues. Trois Costas ont . viewed 15 April 2017, Inquisitr.com Bernadette Protti, Kirsten Costas: Cheerleader Murder On IDs 1980s The Deadliest Decade, Plus The Obsession With Finding Bernadette Protti Bernadette did not give her name during this call, only saying that it was to be a secret known only to the Bobbies. 30 years ago, 15-year-old Costas waslured by a fake invitation for the Bob-O-Links service group dinner. 2 talking about this. Their names all over the Internet displayed was wrong also. Miamonte, were interested in tge Bernadette Protti case. The following morning, a cold, blustery day, Bernadette gave her mother a letter and asked her not to open it for half an hour. Soon after, Elaine screeched to a halt in the school parking lot, where she found her daughter waiting. Under the circumstances, such a plea would seem like a fairly reasonable thing to do: due to Bernadettes age at the time of the murder, the sentence handed down would have been the same length regardless of whether the guilty verdict was for first or second degree murder.