I heard also Kirsten was just Self Absorbed to, but not a Bully. Sad. Now that you know, have fun looking around! Bernadette shoukd of just acknowledged Kirsten was around and spoke Civil to her, without forging the friendship. I hear Kirsten was Beautiful inside and out. Bernadette would have seen the pain and anguish on Kirstens face, the fear and shock in Kirstens eyes, listened to Kirsten scream in agony (she was reported to have screamed) as she felt the knife rip through Kirsten skin. I was called ugly, to my face by a group of senior boys on my first day. No such articles exist about anything you have described. Protti didnt get a short sentence because she claimed to have been picked on. We didnt want to associate with them, cause we didnt want to get in trouble We got good grades and did what we were suppose to, our way of (having fun) and Choices were different than theirs. I never understood why Bernadette killed Kirsten. Later, she would throw her T-shirt and sweatpants in the garbage dump of the Sleepy Hollow Swim Club. I hope shes not sick esp. Being disgusted with the the murderers nonchalant behaviour after her brutal crime? I thought Miramonte was a nice place, if you make good decisions myoumwill make it (popular or not). Why deliberately refrain from giving examples if she could have been accused of first degree murder? Im not saying that she should have been killed, but sometimes bad behavior has a terrible outcome which is why we all need to teach our children to respect the feelings of others. If she didnt like someone , there was a reason. The tale is wonderfully woven, with twists and turns. When it came to Bernadette. She loved life, never seen her get ugly with anyone, I really cant picture that. I wasnt crazy about Kirsten Carrie, Christine and the rest, I knew how How is that possible. She had plenty of friends like in the film who loved her, but she cared only about superficial things, and people. Too bad Bernadette WAS a pathetic psychopathic freak. Cant tell you fi shes still married. She is unstable and who knows what she will do. There have been a couple people in my youth that I thought were extremely mean to me. First published on November 19, 2018 / 6:32 PM. However, Protti followed their car stabbing Costas five times just as she was about to reach her doorstep. You cant go back in time. Bernadette isnt coming anyway, she is not well anymore. Your comments continue to reiterate the plot for the movie Death of a Cheerleader. Thats a win win. I see why her Sisters and mom forgive her, theyre her family and family sticks by you. How many teen girls dont get Smart Aleck, its a normal part of a teens life. 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Bernadette had plenty of other friends, she was in that group, Kirsten didnt have anything against Bernadette, if she would of left her alone, eventually they may of became friends, no she couldnt wait, wanted it all right now and pushed and forced her way into it. I dont understand why you sympathize with a murderer and perpetuate lies about her murder victim under different aliases. According to this blog, Bernadette is married and has made a new life for herself. I know there were Bogus postings from Kirstens classmates. Kirsten was adorable. I dont know why you are saying nice things about Kristen she was very mean and she said stuff that offended people she stop acting like she was innocent. Shame on you calling a dead girl names. She didnt hate anyone (as I said) just didnt like the way they acted. Caskets cannot be covered with a flag of the deceased's nationality while in the church. She was a member of a highly selective sorority club called the Bobbies. Now that you know, have fun looking around! Her drive for perfection makes her seek out the friendship of Kelly Locke, a rich and pretty girl. Does it make you feel good to knowingly lie about a dead murdered girl? Why are you so focused on what they looked like? Same for guys as well, but girls are a lot worse. Apart from her socioeconomic conditions, Bernadette also had severe body issues, wherein she thought herself to be unattractive and undesirable. No I would never kill someone from being bullied but I totally understand some people who do. We all have moved on, and went on with our Lives since that tragic episode. It took investigators some time to conclude the case, which is quite baffling when looking back at the circumstances leading to the murder. She has Kirstens demeanor. Society in the richest places raise their children to be obnoxious and unbearable little freaks. She was nice to her friends though. A number of people have called saying they think they have seen the suspect. Bernadettes parents also left Orinda, but its unknown if they left the state of California. 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. Who knows what was true or not. Even religion, which is supposed to be about mostly how you treat others. Why isnt anyone talking about the incompetency of the police here? Even a Mother of one of her friends said, Kirsten was like a Puppy and hugged people,,not exclusive and liked everyone. Maria Kirsten had a good heart though. Being disgusted that the murderer allowed two innocent girls to be accused of the murder? She would of grown out of that. In another one of your comments your wrote Well said Sarah. Well she had her Spirits and was funny ( if not funnier) like that. If not, I doubt she worries about the past. 86ers you want to forgive thats up to you, it would be nice if something could be worked out and you all could go back to the wya things were and not are. I cant get to the point quickly. I highly doubt I would like you either. Are you bullied in school? Like Missy Availa saying she was roughish and wild and Loose, didnt give Karen Severson and Laura Doyle any right to murder her either. As for LF aka LP she just disappeared off the map somehow. She apparently moved again and left the medical field, probably because her real name and location was outed by amateur internet detectives. And anyone messed with one of us they had to take on all of us. You would have to contact her friends personally for any information on who gets together or doesnt, I personally dont know, and even if I did I wouldnt tell it on here and name them off, that is invading Privacy. I disagree with you. As Angela lifts her bag, she looks back to her mother and gives her a classic "Why did you do that, mom?" I think she had a crush on Kirsten and was terrified of Kirsten telling everyone she was a lesbian. If Kirsten wanted to smoke pot, Bern would of esp. 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. That would disturb most people. The real death of a cheerleader story (1985), PS: If you liked this article, please share it! All Rights Reserved. I was born with common sense. : Were you a perfect teen who got along with everyone and never said anything unkind to anyone ever? Kirsten probaly spotted she wasnt all there and was going to out her on it. She is no longer in jail today and is leading her private life. Was Bernadette fragile when she watched as two innocent girls were accused of Kirstens murder by the Orinda community? She called Kirsten's home while she was away and told her mother that her daughter was invited to a Bobbies' dinner, and it was a secret. Rupaul Bernadette went to private grade school called St. Perpetuas in Lafayette Ca. Bernadette is a physchopath and a Killer, and always will be. Some thought Bernadette was Stuck up, there were a few that thought she was to. I think Kirsten probably threatened to tell everybody their bizarre conversation in the car that night. The evidence supports nothing more than the finding of murder in the second degree. Nancy I know exactly how you feel. She liked mostly everybody. That Movie was nothing like the real Kirsten. I cant even begin to picture Kirsten even acting halfway like Tori Spelling did, in the new Movie the Kirsten portrayed wasnt as bad, but I dont think Kirsten was like that either. In swimming pools she would practice tumbling, one friend told about it, she would dive in the water and do back flips. No right to Murder a person. Landscape Suicide 1986 is the closest after Bernadettes interview with the Police it shows it. Put God first. In real life, Bernadette Protti almost got away with murdering Kirsten Costas, but ultimately ended up confessing to the crime. As for the girls acting like Hoes if they have PTSD from it maybe they should of thought of the consequences, before they did it. And back then Bernadette was never going to admit that. You claim you know Kirsten, are you the one who told about the Bullied Girls who were ran out and Demonized. We bought a do up property. Upper middle class at least. I believe Bernadette tried to friend her, and as I read and I do believe she acted on impulse, I believe she was just so enraged she snapped and did the (unthinkable). Unless any of these people commenting knew these girls personally and their families, they dont have a place to judge either one of these girls who lived this tragic event. How is obsessing over this going to solve the problem? By the time Kirsten left Alexander Arnolds car at her neighbors house, Bernadettes fear had turned to anger. Her BFF I think is also real sick, shes down to nothing. They had to leave school. Known for its lack of crime, and upper-middle-class families, Orinda saw the Costas move from Oakland, starting their lives afresh, there. So you say she was a bully, well prove it. Hard to comprehend how this Bernadette flew into a rage and savagely murdered her classmate. 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. Most cheerleader s are friendly, and yes at the same time, kind of stuck up, to a degree, they only run with certain groups, but they will say hello to you, and help you if you need it. Get yourself checked out! Nobody was all that nice to each other because that was the culture parents included even more so than the kids. There was one that wrote in the1986 alumni that she wasnt desiring to be found cause the 4 years at Miramonte wasnt the best for her. But I dont remember hearing or learning about it until many years later. Here is the link: https://www.facebook.com/kirstenmarina.costas.9 Im sure you knew them all. Well said Sarah. 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. So classy and dead on. Bernadette is a Pig. But it is a very old case and Bernadette is no where to be found,(or cares to be)by other than family. Friends said she was a glowing part of the student body with a warm and welcoming personality. In reality, the case unfolded in the town of Orinda, which is not far from the San Francisco Bay Area. She was not some vulnerable lost soul who was bullied mercilessly. Same for Karen Severson and Laura Doyle theyre cold blooded killers to, Missy was Kirstens age, this happened not long after Kirsten was Murdered. Additionally, the Bernadette character was portrayed as sweet and innocent, while a sexy twenty-something Tori Spelling played the part of the 15 year old Kirsten. Youre talking about Tori Spelling in a movie being a minor bully not Kirsten whom you know next to nothing about. No one have to take the greatest gift God gives,LIFE. 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. So the Mats either youre Berns Sisters, Berns BFF, or even Bern herself. You obviously are very contradicting since from gathering what the Hollywood movie has told you if Kirsten was truly a witch, then, Bernadette was a bigger idiot since she wanted to befriend such a person to begin with. She deserves it. Now that you know, have fun looking around! . Whether the murder was premeditated or not, no one can really determine that, still a young girl died at the hands of Bernadette Protti, and Bernadette will have to live with that the rest of her life. Bernadette, as described would have known that Kirsten would have thought it weird to be driving around with a butcher knife. People make their own reputation and choices in life whether they are bad or good. Bernadette admired and idolized Kirsten, her schoolmate. And those others, D and them, they have lives of their own and probaly (jobs and families) so why would they care about being the Life of the Party? Snotty people blamed her publicly and without mercy.. shame on them, you know who you are. The killing, which has left authorities baffled, occurred as the popular student and cheerleader was apparently fleeing a bogus invitation to an initiation dinner for the Bobbies, a public service sorority-like group she had joined. There have been several changes in Orinda since Bernadettes arrest. It was full of middle class and upper- middle class families. I hear Bernadette was Snooty also as Snooty as Kirsten. I still cant believe this individual who killed someone because of jealousy, if she was so down in the dumps they why didnt she just KILL herself?????? I also think that its utterly ridiculous that she got only 9 years for committing murder. Some say she was Stuck up, but not a Bully. Offers may be subject to change without notice. Lots of her classmates are out of State and moved on, maybe you all should as well, Bernadette isnt even around, leave her alone, the past is gone its not coming back ever. Karen, it wasnt about Bullying, it was over jealousy issues. She may live a Quiet life, but she is still a Killer. Maria Aquinar: What you should know about Sebastian Bach's ex-wife. Your email address will not be published. And you dont give a fuck cause you are popular? She was young and like any teen finding her way around. You are bullying a dead teenage girl by deliberately and knowingly perpetuating lies about her because you appear to identify with Angela Delvecchio in Death of a Cheerleader ( a character that doesnt exist and is not a real representation of what Bernadette Protti was like). Kirsten May of been Stuck up and Caddy, most teen girls are, but she got along with almost everyone, she got along with Bernadette at first, till Bernadette kept trying to be her friend. They went to parties or ran off with guys, guys had no right to take advantage of them, yes it was wrong, but they put themselves in that situation to where it could of been prevented. Several Miramonte folks from the class of 1986 complained it was rough and if you werent accepted you were ran off and out of there. Poor bernadette seemed very vulnerable and in need of help. As I wrote in another comment to you, If Bernadette killed Kirsten because she was bullied and put down by her, why didnt she give examples at her trial which would have strengthened her case? She called Bernadette on her bizarre behavior that night, and if Bernadette would of left Kirsten alone, it would of never reached that Point, and Kirsten would still be alive maybe even today. That didnt happen that way. The crime happened way back in June 1984, in the town of Orinda, California. One girl said stupid stuff that embarrassed you, and cussed all the time, and other girls who smoked or cussed, she didnt associate with them, she didnt want around them. Your lack of self awareness is both amusing and perplexing. In that moment, becoming a social outcast in a place like Miramonte High School was a fate worse than death. "Her smile; you couldn't miss her smile. I know beauty is all a matter of perception, not that it matters but in no universe would Bernadette be considered better looking. Kirsten never gave Bernadette any thought. Changing your name does not change your being, by the way. Did you know Bernadettes bff? I dont care how old your comment is, I just have to reply to that bullst. Otherwise, her new identity would have surfaced as well. I would love to hear Bernadette being interviewed now about that tragic night in suburban Oakland. Bernadette is in her fifties and may have changed her name to Jannette Tomanka. The senior Vice President is still to be determined. She would have seen Kirstens parents and brother crying anguished tears of unfathomable sorrow and would have seen the inconsolable grief and despair etched into their faces, and she had the unconscionable gall to not only attend Kirstens funeral knowing she was responsible for putting Kirsten in her coffin, but also had the cold nerve to be in the presence of and be able to look at Kirstens family whose sadness and grief would have been heart wrenchingly palpable, which she knew she was responsible for. She dont go hardly anywhere anymore. Same for Bernadette, but she had to make this choice that will change her life. Goofs If Stacy Lockwood's funeral was Catholic, it would be unlikely the priest would wear a green stole and the casket covered in purple. Her friends were all Pretty. Kirsten didnt like some of those people cause they rubbed her the wrong way and acted Stupid around her, she definately wasnt down with Stupidity. Im sure Kirsten had her moments and faults and good qualities as well. Obviously we didnt know B was the killer. Word was that girls were safe because raping a girl is irresponsible and could get them fired because girls could get pregnant and priest need to bring money in, not pay out for 18 years. I was a 1985 highschool graduate.i had skipped a grade so my classmates were more mature physically and socially. Shes obviously mentally ill . Berit and Bob Costas live in Hawaii. It also evil and sick. BTW, Bernadette was not bullied or the lonely girl the movie portrayed her, (she had lots of friends) was popular So you that said Kirsten bullied her, get the facts straight. Required fields are marked *. I dont think it was so much bullying as it was insecurity, I think Bernadette said something that went all wrong in the car. Kirsten loved to joke and tell funny jokes to. I certainly dont condone murder under any circumstances even if someone is being bullied but I certainly think it is a terrible thing to actually do a movie that is based on true events without any detail to the accuracy of the characters. Public File for KBCW-TV / KBCW 44 Cable 12. This is page 3 of 3 (Click here to go back to page 1 or to page 2), On December 11, Bernadette was called in for an interview with Ron Hilley, a young FBI agent assisting in the case. You the one telling about the Bullied girls who were accused of the Crime. Also McDonald I heard of her on these sites. Yes, the movie showed Kirstan being extremely mean. At 50 years old, I too have been bullied my whole life. with this Virus going around. homely? Bernadette Protti is an American of Italian descent, born on September 20, 1968. They were good about making you feel like you didnt belong. There is no point in making stuff up. They werent socially accepted on account of the choices they made.. Berns BFF chose to support her( that set her apart) In Orinda if you act like a Bad A.. you wont be accepted. The father was so ignorant and submerged in his cars he didnt even notice his daughters pain and problems. The kids went to Miramonte High School. So some of them will say Orinda had snobs. Lot of weirdos on this thread. We have got you covered when it comes to the true story behind Death of a Cheerleader. I hear Kirsten was Cocky and Arrogant, but not any Bully. This is Berns BFF or her Sister or Bern herself, no one else would go to such extend to call a dead girl names. I was the daughter of a single mom who was a teacher. I didnt know Kirsten very well. Bernadette watched as they left and followed them, parking outside Kirsten's home. She was also a very good student who did well academically in school. This Mats person youre either Bernadette, or sister, or a very good friend. I cant tell you if every single one of them get together, I know lots do. Students at Miramonte High School in Orinda, whose social acceptance Bernadette Protti craved, said yesterday she should be kept in prison for a long time. Only talked to her once or twice ever. The officers all ran unopposed save for the position of junior class Treasurer. Yes, Death of a Cheerleader is based on a true story. lol Dylans mother saying We werent rich. Bernadette even tried to point her finger at Joanna as the one who killed Kirsten. Who cares about that, that is no reason to be lured from your own home and murdered by a psycho. Yes the guys should of paid for it, but the Judicial System is funny that way, unfortunately the girls paid for it. Learn how your comment data is processed. Bernadette committed the crime at the age of 15. I didnt get into the club I wanted to. Thanks for visiting and for supporting a small business! Those girls had a clique. I hear her husband knew all along about her. You need to get help for that, sweetie. The school is planning a memorial that will likely be held Sunday night on the Miramonte campus. I instantly knew it had to be a true-life story. Jealousy is an ugly thingmuch like bernadette. Dont matter, been what 37 years. ClickAmericana.com is made with and by Synchronista LLC 2011-2022. Her BFF said the same exact thing abour Kirsten It doesnt matter why and there are no excuses to take another persons life unless its to protect your own or your families . Everyone was shocked when a sixteen-year-old girl was convicted of second-degree murder in the stabbing of a classmate. Maybe you need (a Life of your own). She dont remember her incidents, others embarrassed themselves by wanting to be the center of attention. You are disturbing and evil by stating that death was too good for Kirsten, an innocent victim of a brutal murder. Mira note ran a lot of girls out from what I read. Every School has kids people dont like! In order to get into the Bobbies you had to have money. We all have a breaking point. Is it respectful to suggest that Kirstens parents should have raised her better and that they are to blame for her murder? Sheriffs aide Michael Bachman searches for murder weapon, San Francisco Examiner Tuesday, June 26, 1984. What are you talking about?? Bernadette will loose it again if she lost it once. You took the life away from this poor girl and her family. Read about the real story instead of talking crap. Ok, I agree with you that Kirsten was better-looking, but you realize that Bernadette was part Italian, right? Catholic priests normally wear a violet, black or white stole during a funeral mass. Several on the site say Kirsten was Sweet Cute and Funny. Bernadette is Sick. Everyone loved my friends because they were funny and not rich. Most of the Bobbies were Snooty. Yes. To conclude, it is obvious that Death of a Cheerleader is based on a true event that shocked the small American town. Rest In Peace Kirsten. She didnt deserve to die. Wow all this bantering back and forth how sad. She as I said, didnt want to be bothered with stupid acting people. Im still scrolling through your crazed obsession. Kirsten was lured out of her house under false pretences to a bobbie (sorority) dinner that didnt exist by someone she wasnt friends or even acquaintances with. Normal teenagers they like I said, were crazy so to speak, and meant no harm towards Nancy and them, just harmless teasing, they were crazy like that. Some girls considered all those girls Stuck up they considered Bernadette as well. Bernadette said Kirsten wanted to smoke pot first, a claim that drew cries of disbelief from Kirstens parents and friends. "Our community is devastated. Material on this site is provided for education, criticism, commentary, cultural reporting, entertainment, historical reference, and news reporting/analysis. However, we should leave our readers with the thought that if Bernadette had committed the crime today, she would not have gotten off as easily as she did back in 1985. She didnt give examples because she wasnt bullied by Kirsten. Even if you werent rich, if you were smart and acted sensible you were accepted. My friend loved her and said she was one that you couldnt help but love even though she could be cocky. Any more update regarding Bernadette and the family members of both girls? Mats you knew those Girls? Her family was not the same. Newspaper headlines from the real-life Death of a Cheerleader story: The Kirsten Costas murder (1984). Here is a collection of newspaper headlines and stories published in California papers immediately after the cruel murder of Kirsten Costas. ClickAmericana.com is made with and by Synchronista LLC 2011-2022. ORINDA (KPIX) -- The day after a deadly house fire killed a 16-year-old girl at her home in Orinda, friends and family on Monday were remembering her as a vivacious young woman who could light up a room.
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