Natalia Grace, at the center of a media storm for over a decade, is finally speaking up about the accusations that have haunted her.
In a rare and candid interview, Natalia Grace addressed the serious allegations hurled at her by her adoptive parents, who claimed she lied about her age and committed alarming acts within their family. “There were a lot of people saying, ‘You’re fake. You’re a liar. You’re a pedophile,'” Natalia shared, recalling the distressing labels that have shadowed her since her early teens.
Natalia first came into the public eye through the docuseries ‘The Curious Case of Natalia Grace,’ which depicted a grim narrative both regarding the accusations from her adoptive family, the Barnetts, and her own claims of abuse. The Barnetts faced numerous charges related to neglect and endangerment but ultimately, Michael Barnett was acquitted in 2022, and charges against Kristine Barnett were dropped in 2023.
As the concluding chapter of the series approaches, Natalia is opening up about her mental health struggles. She revealed diagnoses including reactive attachment disorder, anxiety, ADHD, and PTSD, conditions that deeply affect how she interacts with the world. “I have anxiety all the way to the roof,” she admitted. Though she is part of a high-profile case, Natalia prefers a quieter life, enjoying simple pleasures like reading on a porch swing.
Living with adoptive parents Nicole and Vince DePaul, and their daughter Mackenzie—who, like Natalia, are little people—she is working through the traumas of her past. “It’s been a big learning curve for me,” Natalia stated, expressing the challenges of reconciling her past with her present. She noted, “For the most part, I’ve made peace.”
Despite the turbulent events that shaped her youth, Natalia is optimistic about her future. She aspires to a life filled with love and family, hoping to marry and have children. Yet, she remains cautious, avoiding making promises she can’t keep due to past experiences of broken trust.
Natalia Grace is endeavoring to redefine her story beyond the polarizing media portrayal. With a hopeful heart, she seeks a future unclouded by past accusations, focusing on personal growth and healing.
Source: Eonline
