Gypsy Rose Blancard’s family sues April Johns: Here's a detailed look at the allegations
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Gypsy Rose Blanchard's family has initiated legal action against April Johns, also known as Franchesca Macelli, alleging a series of serious offenses. The lawsuit accuses Johns of breaching a contract entered into through her company, Mad Ginger Entertainment, wherein she pledged to create media projects based on Gypsy's life story, including a promised television series.
However, Gypsy's family claims that Johns failed to fulfill these obligations. Moreover, they accuse Johns of fraud, contending that she misrepresented herself as an emerging producer and promised marketable media projects that were never delivered. Additionally, the lawsuit alleges defamation, asserting that Johns posted private documents, such as crime scene photos and Gypsy's medical records, on monetized platforms without consent.
This portrayal, along with derogatory remarks and expressions of ill will towards Gypsy and her family, is claimed to have caused harm to their reputation and emotional well-being. Furthermore, Gypsy's family claims unjust enrichment, alleging that Johns profited from their story without providing any compensation, even after their contract was terminated.
Johns, however, argues her rights to freedom of speech as a member of the media and denies being hired by Gypsy's family. She claims to have discovered the lawsuit through social media and asserts she has not yet been served.
Gypsy Rose Blanchard gets back with ex fiancé Ken Urker
Gypsy Rose Blanchard and her ex-fiancé Ken Urker have reignited their relationship, making a public appearance together at a recent event in New Orleans. In photos and videos obtained by TMZ, the couple was seen displaying affectionate behavior, including sharing kisses and swaying to the music at the Jazz Fest.
Gypsy expressed her happiness, stating that after reconnecting earlier in the month, they realized their love for each other was undeniable. Despite the challenges they may face, they are looking forward to the future and believe they have a solid foundation for a fresh start.
Their relationship has seen its share of twists and turns. They initially got together while Gypsy was still serving time in prison for her involvement in her mother Dee Dee Blanchard's death. They connected through a prison pen pal program and even got engaged in April 2019. However, their engagement was eventually called off, leading Gypsy to marry another pen pal, Ryan Anderson, in a prison ceremony in July 2022.
Unfortunately, their marriage didn't last long, and they separated shortly after Gypsy's release from prison in 2024. After news of her breakup with Ryan went public, Ken reached out to Gypsy, and they decided to give their relationship another chance.
What is 'Gypsy Rose: Life After Lock Up' all about?
'Gypsy Rose: Life After Lock Up' premiered on June 3, 2024, at 9 pm ET on Lifetime, with additional airings at 11.15 pm ET. This eight-episode docuseries follows the life of Gypsy Rose Blanchard after her release from prison in December. It offers viewers an inside look into her personal journey as she navigates the challenges of life outside of incarceration.
The show picks up where 'The Prison Confessions of Gypsy Rose Blanchard' documentary left off, providing candid glimpses into Gypsy's experiences post-release. It delves into her failed marriage and divorce from ex-husband Ryan Anderson, whom she married while in prison, and explores her transition into adulthood as a free woman.
In the premiere episode titled 'So This Is Freedom?', viewers witness Gypsy's initial hours of freedom after leaving prison. However, the excitement is tempered by drama when the court warns her of a potential parole violation, prompting her to leave Missouri urgently to avoid returning to prison. Subsequent episodes of 'Gypsy Rose: Life After Lock Up' are released weekly on Mondays, with the season finale scheduled for July 22.
The series is available exclusively on Lifetime and can also be streamed on various platforms like DirecTV Stream, Hulu+ Live TV, Fubo TV, and Sling TV. Episodes are additionally accessible on Lifetime's official website the day after airing.
