She was good at that. We had lonely girls who were bullied and goth girls and loose girls. She looks like she would have lit up a room. She didnt bully Bernadette either. The release of Death of a Cheerleader in the 90s rekindled an infamous story of a brutal murder in June 1984 in Orinda, California. If you did your research, you would know that Kirsten didnt bully Bernadette. Who can walk a straight line and never say one un kind word ever, w all make mistakes, and most teen girls do get Caddy at times thats just Normal, but we outgrow it. If Bernadette respected Kirstens feelings, she would have left Kirsten alone when she fled Bernadettes car and wouldnt have stalked her to her house. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. But it is a very old case and Bernadette is no where to be found,(or cares to be)by other than family. She had moments, and she told her feelings about people. It would appear that kirsten marina costas was a spoilt rich kid who never had to go without any luxuries at all. We all have a breaking point. Another DJ initials it was said she was bullied relentlessly as well. Bernadette killed Kirsten out of Jealousy, not Bullying. Once Kirsten was dropped off, a girl got off the Pinto, stabbed her, and fled. She talked to most people. Cant imagine what feelings the Costas family had either. Sheriffs deputies said Kirsten Costas, 15, was stabbed repeatedly after she was given a ride home by a Moraga resident, who was not identified. She and her BFF were both Odd. 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. Heres what I think came down, the 2 girls had an argument and Bernadette was afraid she would of been kicked out of the (Bobbies) and excluded from that group. For the students, the killing and its aftermath have left bitter feelings. She made it sound like this was a drug-related murder, and it wasnt, says Berit Costas. Guys can be, girls are Worse. I understand wanting to have what your friends have. I do remember she was very insecure and would pick on B clearly an attempt to boost her confidence. For murder! Not youre so called Sweet friend Bernie. Meanwhile, deputies continued to hunt for a chunky, stringy-haired teenage girl suspected in the slaying of 15-year-old Kirsten Costas, a well-liked cheerleader and swim team member at Miramonte High School in Orinda. That wasnt right, but when you run loose people think youre asking for it. I hear Kirsten was a Sweet Adorable girl, and I heard she was a Bully. Bernadette was obsessed with her, a friend of ours, she thought Bernadette was guiltyall along. On the other hand, Bernadette informed her parents that she had a babysitting job that day. She is what people who know psychology well, especially Criminal Psychology, a Sociopath! She probaly wanted Bernadette to leave her alone thats all. I couldnt tell you if she was a snob or not. Eventually, the FBI pinned the murder on Bernadette Protti, who was found guilty of second-degree murder and sentenced to nine years in prison. It was only a matter of time before she d get caught so she came forth. Some she didnt like, Usually the ones no one else (liked). By the time theyre 23 they grow out of it completely most ususally. Nothing should move a person to kill another. So yes it sucks to be bullied, but that is no excuse for any kind of physical action. She stuck to her story initially, but when Hilley described the psychological profile of the suspect in the case which showed, among other things, that the killer would have little remorse for her crime, Bernadette said, It sounds like me.. It is abundantly clear from your comments that you do not have class and were not raised to treat others with respect, you odiously sanctimonious deluded ignoramus. Bernadette deserved the same sentence as would any get it doesnt matter even if she was a juvenile at the time she.should have been trialed as an adult. Maybe they were all misunderstood. Honestly teens do deserve another chance at something eventually. Even if Kirsten was a Snot, she would of grown out of it long before now. She and her friends were mostly ( stuck up) and self absorbed, She wasnt typically a bully just more snooty, at least thats how she appeared to me. She may have tried to point the blame towards Nancy and Joanna but it backfired on her, Joanna comes to Reunions, as Bernadette cant cause it will never ever be forgotten. That Movie was nothing like the real Kirsten. Bernadette had no reason to murder, shes just a cold blooded killer. I got cut off before I had a chance to say anything else. From the author who also runs this site: The yearbooks ARE in my private collection, as is the huge picture of us in Washington DC. Even if her friend was bullying dont give right to take life. A popular 15-year-old girl who was stabbed to death on a neighbors doorstep may have been the victim of another teen-age girl, police said. It was full of middle class and upper- middle class families. She was snooty to or maybe just misunderstood. so dont mock, offer to help thus build bridges. Do you really think its acceptable to lure someone out of their house under false pretences and then expect a positive reaction if your lie is discovered? Im sorry but not sorry to be petty but Bernadette has a huge fg nose and hamster cheeks topped with a double chin. Kirsten never gave Bernadette any thought. Im sorry.. I never understood why Bernadette killed Kirsten. I feel very sad for both sides. Classes are out for the Thanksgiving holiday this week, but the Miramonte wellness center opened Monday so students could come together and grieve, make cards for Luca and talk about her tragic passing. It seemed like Bernadette needed intense psychotherapy for her issues. Poor bernadette seemed very vulnerable and in need of help. I know a gal who knew someone who knew Kirsten. It made me feel oh so special. But to portray her as a Mean girl teen is off limits to the real Kirsten. Get a Life please. Admin Garret. It stayed with me for many years, not as bad as it did, but it did for a long time. I cant tell you if every single one of them get together, I know lots do. 3 decades later thats ridiculous. Shame on you Bernadette what you did was morose, and against your entire religion and you stabbed Kirsten to death. Kirsten wasnt a bully at all. The full length picture of Kirsten with her hair tied back is so cute. To the fellow classmates of 1986 Miramonte, so sorry if your World crumbled cause it wasnt meant to be that way, but you got to know that it was t any picnic for Bernadette as well, and if she could set time back and do all over, she would of left the situation with Kirsten alone to start with. Miramonte High School - Notable Alumni The Lifetime movie serves as a dramatic retelling, where we see how a girl decides that she can be popular and accepted at school, by befriending one of the more beautiful classmates. She was a typical teenage girl who just wanted to have fun with her friends. What teen isnt? Kristen was adorable. I think a lot of people would have found Bernadettes plan to lure them out of their house under false pretences very disconcerting and would be angered over it like Kirsten appears to have been. You can also get our free newsletter, follow us on Facebook & Pinterest. She wasnt a fan of stupidity or annoyance, or someone rubbed her the wrong way, she let them know. She has a right to Privacy. Also there Was another girl who went out with the football team and accused them all of raping her, not the entire team, but several players and I hear she was ran out as well and dogged by the Students. Kirsten Costas, who had just finished her sophomore year at Miramonte High School in this scenic, affluent suburb, was killed at about 10pm Saturday, Contra Costa County . Her mother drove her to the sheriff's office, where she made a full confession. Oh youre so pretty and popular and amazing I think thats what Kirsten meant by her friend getting weird Then she killed her rather than have Kirsten tell everyone she was a lesbian. Kellie Martin played the role masterfully. Kids no one wants to be around, play alone at recess, those are the kind we avoided. Wouldnt she have something smaller, like a paring knife? After her mother read it, she picked her up from school and went to the police station to record the confession. Kirstens mother was trying not to get sick. I dont go by Movies cause Movies dramatize the events to how they perceive it. Again so many came on saying they knew Kirsten and sharing Personal Details on other girls there. Then you wouldnt be worrying g about these people being the Life of the Party. It doesnt matter why and there are no excuses to take another persons life unless its to protect your own or your families . Thats how she probably got associated with not liking people who didnt fit in. Thats a much more obvious motive. Are you bullied in school? She asked Hilley if he had ever considered that a sixteen-year-old girl might be more afraid of publicity than of going to prison. God would want you to forgive, Kirsten would as well. People may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. I wouldnt have either. As for Bernadette, I didnt know her well, but said hello to her a few times in passing at school, and when she came to get the attendance slips. Asking a butt of yourself getting it. By what name was Death of A Cheerleader (1994) officially released in India in English? Bernadette never said it in her testimony, from what I can tell. To a degree Bernadette struggled harder than most of her friends, she wasnt as Popular as they were and was a little of an Outcast, but Tolerated. But I do agree in the movie Bernadette seemed dressed down the night of the murder and if she was really going to a popular party, bringing Kirsten and wanting to be seen as more popular, then she would have been dressed nicer. She also took enough courses through a local community college to graduate with an associate in arts degree. So she could never uplift Bernadette at all. So before you start judging Kirsten, first get facts. But first, let us briefly tell you what its about. Karma is catching up with her, thats why she has all these haters and has to watch her back anywhere she goes. I heard they ran Several girls out not just them, they Demonized one to where she had to Leave portraying her as a Tramp over some guys. It was quite a bizarre turn of events that shocked the small community where such grizzly crimes never happened. As for Bernadette, do I believe she was a nice girl, yes I believe she was, but she became overly jealous that led her to rage and murder. Even religion, which is supposed to be about mostly how you treat others. We all were in Gymn together we werent really friends, but we got along and talked and hung out in Gymn. She did have money, dont let that other Mats tell you any different. One girl she got mad at for saying stupid stuff around her and embarrassing her. This will always be a tragic story that will never be forgotten, I certainly never wanted that to happen to Kirsten or anyone,she was a daughter, sister and friend to many. Google it and Season 1 thru 3 Lindsey is on there. So I would say to any bully, we all have our weaknesses,. She was also a very good student who did well academically in school. On the afternoon of the third day of the trial, Judge Edward Merill found Bernadette Protti guilty of second-degree murder. I was raised to treat others with respect. Kirsten was a hugging person and went around joking, she would tease all of us, it was harmless. Even Bernadette was to I bet. 'Death of a Cheerleader' follows the story of two girls in Hollybrook High, in the fictional town of Colina, California. We all as teens said something smart to someone or hurt someones feelings. This is a truly heartbreaking experience and we are really grieving together," said Miramonte principal Julie Parks. Kirsten had exotic features from her full volumes curly locks to her tan skinnot to mention her eyes were also sky blue. Whats been done has been done. John Grisham, Kirsten was nothing like Tori Spelling at all. She wanted in with Kirsten and she was afraid Kirsten would discuss the conversation, she held her captive till Kirsten escaped. Kirsten had an Engaging type Personality, that Movie was off, and (Pro Bernadette). I cant believe they made a movie that was so offensive to the real victim. Kirsten was adorable. Who Is Killing the Cheerleaders? (TV Movie 2020) - IMDb As any 15 year old would.even today in 2015. However, things got weird when Kirsten realized that Bernadette's invitation was of a second-hand nature, and she wouldn't want to go to a party where she wasn't invited first-hand. She was nice to her friends though. So she had money, her family did. It was a tragedy that affected so many lives at that time. Is it respectful to suggest that Kirstens parents should have raised her better and that they are to blame for her murder? Talking peoples business again, McDonald may not like her name being used. All are welcome. Instead of walking home, she accepted her friends' offer to drive her home. Bernadette gave a ninety-minute confession, taped by sheriffs deputies. "Our community is devastated. They were weird and odd mostly, I didnt like them myself. The 2 blamed girls were Victims, so how dare you! So yes Kirstens friends still get together at times, but they dont discuss Bernadette or the death of Kirsten, as a matter of fact,( they dont want it brought up at all). Bernadette was a Sociopath and stalked her, and dwelled on her for Months about Kirsten not liking her when in fact Kirsten had nothing against Bernadette till that Fateful Night. I think she wanted to be part of the elite click. She was to busy of a girl. All other photos are from the Miramonte High School yearbook, 1985. Unfortunately, she faced numerous obstacles at becoming as cool as her idol. I watched the movie again (both versions) and I have to agree with Miss Kiwi. Be the first to get hottest news from our Editor-in-Chief, Check your email and confirm your subscription. Bernadette Protti - Ladies' Handbook of Murder Its all coming back to haunt her for what she did. Im sure Kirsten had her moments and faults and good qualities as well. The movie starred Tori Spelling and Kellie Martin and was released in 1994. Youre not getting that, let Kirsten Rest In Peace. They are Cat Mean. The degree - whether it's first or second - is irrelevant. They made that clear and so did she Every single day. She was then driven to an empty car- park at night and was justifiably angry with Bernadette over it. Here we go again. She was mercilessly cruel to anyone who was nothing like her although death in my opinion was far too good for her or any other bully. First, she never made it to the cheerleading team and did not make it to the yearbook staff. Its time to move on and stop rehashing alll this. After her sentencing, Bernadette was sent to California Youth Authority in Ventura, where she completed high school and received her GED. I know there were Bogus postings from Kirstens classmates. This Virus is killing all the World over, esp. Not saying its you, but a lot of Similarities. We bought a do up property. Upper middle class at least. When Kelly rebuffs Bridgets advances of friendship, it humiliates the latter and sends her into a jealousy-fueled rage, which ultimately results in Kellys murder. She didnt like their ways mostly. Kirsten was also described as Cute, funny and full of Life, and Bern took that Life. A label she will never ever get rid of, no matter how nice she becomes. The boys at Miramonte liked Bernadettes childhood friend and Kirsten, none were interested in Bernadette. Others suffer more cause they experience the loss. 2023 Cinemaholic Inc. All rights reserved. It sounds like something Berns BFF called Kirsten, that or Virginia Protti, it is someone close to Bern. Shes pretty much out of the picture, her YouTube gets messages from (Kirsten from Heaven) thats sick whoevers doing that. Kirsten teased Joanna and Joanna got it all wrong to. Death of a Cheerleader (Film) - TV Tropes Theres other Measures to take other than Murder. I dont think they meant any harm at all, and as for the prank calls, they were probaly only fooling around, Nancy would take it all wrong, and say things back thinking it was a personal attack my standpoint. Bernadette, as described would have known that Kirsten would have thought it weird to be driving around with a butcher knife. One girl here posted that one girl accused Football players of Sexual Assault at a Party and she was driven out of that School also. Do I believe she was (stuck up) to a degree I do, but arent most teen girls as I said before. Some girls considered all those girls Stuck up they considered Bernadette as well. People who grew up in Orinda and say its snobs were mostly people who werent socially accepted growing up, and they made choices that others didnt make and cussed and talked dirty and skipped school and always in trouble, and hung out with outcasts, and they became outcasts by association. And, of course, at her age, the perception made her quite bitter. Teenage years are hard on all of us. No other word. If Kirsten was so mean, why didnt Bernadette just stay away from her? Self Absorbed yes. She as I said, didnt want to be bothered with stupid acting people. AKA Berns BFF named used in movie. Bernadettes parents also left Orinda, but its unknown if they left the state of California. Not saying she was an Angel, Im sure she said something to hurt Someones feelings, who hasnt! We all have someone we dont like, and we wont be liked by everybody. If you werent Popular she looked down on you just as bad as Kirsten did. Kirsten was nice, yeah, she and a few she didnt like, but they were the kids no one liked. Director Jeff Hare Writer Lauren Balson Carter Stars Ella Cannon Austin Freeman Summer Madison She served her jail sentence, got released early and is living an everyday life today. "She was beautiful inside and out, with an amazing personality that will live on forever," said one classmate. Bernadette and Kirsten were friends supposedly. Maybe she did something to make it bad. You took the life away from this poor girl and her family. I still cant help from thinking that, but largely I think B killed K because K was blocking B from her rise in popularity. All Rights Reserved. Despite our curiosity about her identity, it is only logical to be respectful of her privacy. as bad as she wanted her friendship. Kirsten never got to Cheer, go to Prom, Graduate or go on to College. We get it now, we already got it. Santa Rosa Press Democrat Monday, June 25, 1984, Roseville Press-Tribune Monday, June 25, 1984. The case is ancient history so why is it constantly being rehashed over and over. Until something happens. Her family were upper-middle class, not multi millionaires. I had to deal with people like Kirsten in high school. First published on November 19, 2018 / 6:32 PM. Her parole would have gone ahead sooner apparently but in 1992 one of the parole board Victor Wisehart voted to keep her in jail as she showed an inability to control her anger and he felt that she was still a danger to the public, she had had a violent altercation with a boyfriend in the prison/school system, he said there was a hidden trigger that switched on when she didnt get her own way! No , then its gona be she was mental ill and forgotten forever yes? She was outgoing even as a nurse, but now, I hear she dont really associate with anyone outside of family. I hear she isnt a nurse any longer and just stays home mostly. You need to get help for that, sweetie. Kirsten was described mostly Vibrant and friendly by others, and so was Bernadette. I personally beleive Kirsten could be a smart aleck to those she didnt like, but remember most teenage girls are. She had a slumber party on her 15 th BD we all snuck into a pool and swam, (a fun night) and to bad she didnt get to celebrate her 16th Birthday, Art and Berit planned on taking us all to a Hotel and spend the night. Required fields are marked *. Living in orinda back in the 80s&90s was no easy task if you indidnt wear the right clothes or drive the nice brand new car you wernt shit . No I would never kill someone from being bullied but I totally understand some people who do. That dont make her a terrible person cause she hand probaly only a handful she did t like. Put God first. As for the girls who got blamed, so sorry if your lives were miserable at the time, but remember Bernadette was scared herself and did t know what to do, she didnt aim for all that to come down.