Gypsy Rose Blanchard captured the attention of the world when she was convicted for the murder of her mother. The trial shed light on the complexities of her life and left people intrigued.
During her time in prison, Blanchard found love and married Ryan Anderson. However, shortly after her release, she made the difficult decision to file a restraining order against him, effectively ending their one-year marriage.
Blanchard sought a restraining order in addition to filing for divorce from Anderson because she believed she was in a vulnerable position and needed protection. According to court records, she stated that the dissolution of their marriage was not her fault and requested that any claims for spousal support from Ryan be denied.
Taking to a private Facebook group, Blanchard announced her separation from her husband. The clerk of court confirmed this, stating that the filing had been sent to the judge for review and potential scheduling of hearings.
Only three months had passed since her release from prison when she and Anderson decided to separate. After serving over eight years for her involvement in her mother’s death, she was beginning a new chapter.
In her Facebook post on March 28, Blanchard shared, “People have been asking what is going on in my life. Unfortunately, my husband and I are going through a separation, and I moved back to my parents’ home down the bayou. I am grateful for the support of my family and friends as I navigate through this challenging time. I am learning to listen to my heart and discover my true self.”
Blanchard and Anderson first connected in 2020 through letters he sent her while she was in prison. They discovered common ground in their upbringings, both hailing from Louisiana. Their friendship grew into a marriage, yet she felt that they were still getting to know each other and building the foundations of their relationship.
The news of the restraining order and Blanchard’s request for spousal support has garnered mixed reactions. While some sympathize with her desire for independence and stability, others criticize her actions, comparing her to her notorious past.
Through this chapter in her life, Gypsy Rose Blanchard is seeking a fresh start and the chance to define herself on her own terms.
