No excuse for Bernadette she was a Beast. The police department hires any moron that like to go after under age females Miramonte Class of 9? Hooray for Nancy. Kirsten went up to a door and asked for a ride home. Your contribution will allow us to produce more issues and cover our annual website hosting costs. Anonymous Dec 13, 2019 at 12:47 pm. None of you still know why. Kirsten was on the cheerleading camp that Bernadette herself was supposed to be enjoying at that moment. Anonymous Sep 16, 2018 at 12:47 pm, It doesnt matter if Kirsten was mean or not. Part 2: https://clickamericana.com/topics/featured/the-real-death-of-a-cheerleader-1985/2 In the end she will answer to GOD regardless. Your email address will not be published. According to Bernadette, they sat in the car for 40 minutes, with Kirsten offering her marijuana. As Kirsten fell, the knife was driven twice into her back. If all Snooty teen girls were to die, then majority of them would never reach adulthood. She took someones life even if she wasnt planning on it ( in which she knew what she was doing). Unconventionality was scary to mainstream Orinda, and she was an easy target when the school population needed a scapegoat to blame for such a terrible crime. She took all the things I wanted! And thats why she killed Kirsten.. distant jealousy and anger. Kirsten shouldve been grateful that someone went through all of this trouble just to get close to her. We only have opinions. I suppose her bristly exterior some described her as not nice was likely a way to protect herself socially, since she likely didnt have a ton of self confidence (in math, anyways). I doubt she was any worse than any other teen girl, I guarantee you she wouldnt of done what Bernadette did. In addition, Kristen was a high school student from the United States who was murdered in June 1984 by Bernadette Protti, a classmate. Bernadette will never escape this ever, cause the Costas family was never the same. She also . So no they dont want thier names exposed. There are idiots who are looking her up trying to find her online, and writing nasty notes about her. Bernadette was a minor and the judge gave a sentence that he/she, at the time, saw fit for a minor who just made a bad decision on that horrible night. Get real, according to reports by FBI who found out the truth Bernadette wanted to befriend Kirstin who in turn did not like her aggressive behavior. The Costas family left Orinda and moved to Hawaii. 2 talking about this. It was a quite a while before Kirstens mother Berit could be interviewed. 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In August of that year, Palmer took her daughter and friends, Protti included, to Sleepy Hollow Swim Club where they had talked about how terrible a person had to be to do such a thing to their friend. Just some thought of my own Feb 3, 2019 at 8:13 am. Murder is murder. The popular cheerleader was on her way to the fictitious dinner with Protti. Thats why there is no memorial this year, said Palmer. And thus, a red herring was born. Captive Humans: True Crime Cases of People Held Captive - click image, The 1980s: The Deadliest Decade S01E03 The Cheerleader Murder. Feb 19, 2020 at 11:20 pm. En juin 1984, une camarade de classe nomme Bernadette Protti l'a tue par balle puis s'est suicide. Bernadette wanted to befriend her, and Kirstin was not interested. Last week we lost a very Dear and important person. Protti was sentenced to a maximum of nine years, but was released seven years later on parole. Unfortunately Kirsten instead decided to reject Bernadette and Bernadette snapped. The film became a TV movie phenomenon, according to entertainment news site Monsters and Critics. Bernadette idolised Kirsten because of the apparent ease with which she seemed to traverse the social minefield. slated to air February 2 at 8/7c on Lifetime. Create your free profile and get access to exclusive content. I would worry more about yourselves, and making sure you live a decent life because it does not seem half of you even are righteous in any way!! If Bernadette is truly unforgivable, then thats a judgement for either the courts or God. Bernadette Protti was released from prison in 1992 at the age of 23 and reportedly left California, and changed her name to Jeannette. I think something had already snapped in Jeannette and she was going to kill Kisten if she didnt agree to be her friend. She sought refuge at her friends' house, Alex and Mary Jane Arnold. But those hours had happened and by 11pm, Kirsten was pronounced dead. tiffany-300.jpg /. Well, guess what? She had it coming. May she rest in peace. protti.The sidereal bernadette protti she did parents cigar-shaped grey-green steeply . Why are people so dumbfounded that Bernadette got 9 years. By this time, they had reached the town of Moraga. L, Arthur et Berit Costas ont lev leurs enfants. http://murderpedia.org/female.P/p/protti-bernadette.htm Later they came crawling like little bitches asking her for forgiveness. Bernadette Protti Kirsten Marina Costas (July 23, 1968 - June 23, 1984) was an American high school student who was murdered by her classmate, Bernadette Protti. Elaine, who was studying the Bible, set her kitchen timer and resumed reading. Coverage of the latest true crime stories and famous cases explained, as well as the best TV shows, movies and podcasts in the genre. Bernadette wasnt accepted into the yearbook committee even after the murder) Anyway, once she saw that knife, Bernadette thought to herselfI do have a reason to kill this girl. 28 min; APR 16, 2021; SUMP COFFEE / HUGH MOTTRAM BROOKS Besides, Kristen was an American high school student killed by her classmate Bernadette Protti in June 1984. Yeah, she did wrong. Or again are fabricating, lying, and passing judgment more then ever. Kirsten told Bernadette to pull in to the parking lot of a church her family regularly attended. What a bitter pill to swallow. Anonymous Feb 7, 2019 at 8:54 pm. Sign up forOxygen Insiderfor all the best true crime content. When Kelly rejects Bridgets attempts, it leaves her humiliated and feeling like a failure and ultimately fuels a jealous rage that will lead to murder., The remake promises to explore the events leading up to and after the shocking crime that took place in this upper-middle class community.. On the 1st of April 1985, Bernadette Protti was found guilty of second-degree murder and was incarcerated for 9 years. I personally would ignore the 2 comments above me which are obviously written by two tarts who probably themselves seem to be going daft, According to many, Kirstin was not exactly a sweet, cuddly bear. Why are people so dumbfounded that Bernadette got 9 years. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mimqcKHOi8Y, The 1980s: The Deadliest Decade S01E03 The Cheerleader Murder I couldnt let her tell! Yet, when the FBI took over the case, they found that Protti, who was thought to have passed her initial lie detector test, was actually lying. That night, Bernadette told her mother they needed to talk, but Elaine Protti said she was tired. She told the police officers about the cryptic call made to the home earlier in the week about the Bobbie initiation dinner. During the trial Bernadettes confession was played in full, in which Bernadette retold her version indicating she had made an attempt to become a closer friend to Kirsten. Contents 1 Backstory 2 Events 3 Protti's Arrest 4 Aftermath Backstory Kirsten was the daughter of affluent parents Arthur and Berit Costas. 72.10.35.84 Who is killing the cheerleader cast? I dont feel like shes been adequately punished., Protti was charged with second-degree murder. Kirsten would likely have had no clue of the effect her words and actions were having on her fellow classmate. Too bad there were not alternative/charter schools.A testament to not being a privileged little bitch in an affluent high school. Yeah, fair enough you wont get me to say she was nice to me. . Bernadette had been there. Also does she think about what she done still or has blocked it out of her mind, can she sleep at night knowing the hurt she put another family through also her family as well. Similar to Kristen, Arthur and Berit Costas were well-off parents. Ive heard no one state any legal issues that Bernadette has been in since that fateful night. This is the true story of 15-year old Kirsten Costas who was stabbed to death by a classmate, Bernadette Protti, on June 23, 1984. viewed 15 April 2017, Death of a Cheerleader Guys are kind of, girls are worse. Kirstens was Beautiful, dont get me wrong, but Bernadette was in a more expensive area. Alexander returned to the scene and was spoken to by police. Although Bernadette was also well off, like most people in Orinda, she was not happy with her family. 30 years later, the pressure fit in is still a relevant social concern. The profile also indicated that the individual would likely not be at all remorseful about the killing, which was a surprise to investigators. Everyone can be forgiven and that isnt even the question. In that moment, becoming a social outcast in a place like Miramonte High School was a fate worse than death. If she would of left Kirsten alone knowing Kirsten didnt want to be bothered by her, things would of been different. He described seeing a chunky teenaged girl with stringy blonde hair in track pants driving a Ford Pinto. Acalanes Hosts First District Dance Since COVID-19, College and Career Hosts Engineering Talk, Wrestling Outduels for Podium Spot at NCS. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ed-_Fuv5PF4. FUCK HER!!! There would be no jury, only a judge. The case of Bernadette Protti, the teen who murdered her classmate cheerleader Kirsten Costas in 1985, will be the next crime story to air on Investigation Discovery's The 1980s: The Deadliest Decade. Protti sat behind her in English and Palmers daughter noticed Protti was acting weird. Her car matched the description of what the Moraga man had told the police as well. It was a big deal back then and wasnt accepted like it is now. Yes it is ridiculous making excuses for Bernadette. [Protti] felt if Kirsten had told what she had done that it would be the end of her life.. Bibi Lee Feb 8, 2016 at 11:21 pm. Shes obviously bisexual, Anonymous Mar 27, 2018 at 1:45 pm, How can she be a nurse when she murdered somebody I dont get it, Martin Jan 18, 2017 at 1:34 am. While in custody Bernadette graduated from high school, earned a bachelors degree in nursing and has been writing nursing text books. Kellie Martin plays the murderer "Angela", and she alone makes the movie well worth watching. By all accounts, 16-year-old. Why dont we just ask Bernadette herself. P.S. Bernadette Protti had been charged with first-degree murder in the June 23 slaying of 15-year-old Kirsten Costas. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. When girls like Costas torment/bully girls like Bernadette, the tormented can just flip. She thinks that Protti feared Costas was going to reveal a secret. M.B Mar 21, 2019 at 8:51 pm. display: none !important; She attacked and killed a person in cold blood. Soon after, Elaine screeched to a halt in the school parking lot, where she found her daughter waiting. Now that she had her foot in the door, surely all she had to do now was simply put her hand out. Miss Costas had been stabbed five times with a kitchen knife. Your donation will support the student journalists of Campolindo High School's The Claw. I hope time heals all wounds. Sharon Palmers memory is either failing her or she made up many of the facts. Incidentally, if you type Bernadettes name into Wikipedia, you are automatically directed to Kirsten Costas page. She was given birth in a luxurious home by her parents, Arthur and Berit Costas, and she had a brother named Peter who was raised in the unremarkable suburb of Orinda in the state of California. She had a habit of looking at the people around her and comparing her own life to what she saw from the outside. She was released from her incarceration at age 25. Nancy started dressing in an alternative style, and was generally unconventional. viewed 15 April 2017, Murderpedia.com Bernadette Protti Looking at the pictures, it is shocking to see that Kirsten Costas is the face of an innocent little girl. Mats86 Oct 8, 2019 at 11:09 am. I sure hope that your small community burns down or turns to dust for its own sins. Mats '86 Jun 17, 2016 at 12:16 pm. Unfulfilled dreams drive a schoolgirl to the unthinkable, envy turns best friends into lethal enemies and an infatuated teen wants her love at any cost. ' Palmer said. They lived in a community where being the second best wasnt acceptable. She was a popular, and a bitch to many. Bernadette watched as Kirsten took all the success Bernadette believed. Berit told the caller that Kirsten was away until the weekend, but that she would ensure that Kirsten was told. Amy Potter Aug 27, 2022 at 10:05 am. Kirsten Marina Costas, une lycenne de aux tats-Unis, est dcde le 23 juillet 1968. The profile indicated the perpetrator would have been a female about the same age as Kirsten who was known to her. After the murder, the Costas family moved to Hawaii. The FBI man thinks I did it. Her jealousy was the opener to the murder and all she had to do was throw that anger into that 18 inch knife and there you have ita dead 15 year old Northern California girl. Stacey has everything: looks, personality, wealthy parents, and a pack of snooty, sycophantic friends at school. Bernadette served her time and was released. Part 3: https://clickamericana.com/topics/featured/the-real-death-of-a-cheerleader-1985/3 It was not jealously! We go through phases in our early teens and late teens to early 30 s we still have it somewhat. At the Costas home, Arnold, sitting in his car, saw Protti attack Costas. Kirsten came running up to the car, clearly expecting to see someone from her usual inner circle. But she had told them shed been babysitting for the Weems family. [3] Case She was born into a devout catholic family, the youngest of six children. He told me his mom heard the shrieks from Kirsten as she staggered across the street tot he Hill residence, where she collapsed and died upon opening of the front door. Costas, a Miramonte cheerleader, was murdered by fellow student Bernadette Protti in June of 1984. Critically injured, Kirsten was transported to hospital. Please reload CAPTCHA. Me Aug 27, 2021 at 4:18 pm. Lifetime should be ashamed. Why did Bernadette even setup the fake Bobbies meeting to begin with??? I choose the side of forgiveness just like God tells us to do. For six months Protti went without being apprehended. And he is right. You are all as fake as ever. Bernadette arrived home at around 10pm. Bernadette was smart but had no idea that Kirsten wouldnt be interested. There are laws for both. She hunted that poor Kirsten down. Kirsten was immature and would have told people what had happened, Palmer explained. Yes, cult film "Death Of A Cheerleader" is based on a true crime story and Lifetime is now releasing a remake of the Tori Spelling classic, which is good news for anyone who missed the film the first time around. .hide-if-no-js { . Sharon Palmers daughter was a lot like Kirsten a funny person and Confident, and likeable. En juin 1984, Bernadette Protti, une camarade de classe, lui a tir dessus et l'a tue. She jumped out of the car and ran to the home of Alexander Arnold. She was sentenced to second degree murder as a juvenile (because she was one), not an adult. . Bernadette Protti was released from prison in 1992 at the age of 23, whereupon she changed her name and left California. With no break in the case by October 1984, authorities were relieved when an FBI profile theyd requested arrived. Feb 19, 2020 at 11:21 pm. They made up garbage, and opinions about her too, and chased her out of the school, and city. I feel deeply for the Costa family. Or any teen girl period. Nancy didnt help her situation entirely: she had initially lied to investigators that she was at a movie at the time of the murder instead of with her boyfriend. According to, I would like to remain anonymous. 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. She has since reportedly changed her name. I cant live unless you love me. I to was bullied a little in school you can only push a person to far. I have read just about everything on this case for the past couple of years, I did not know either party that was involved but I think this case has stuck with me because I was close to their age when the murder took place. Life hacker. Costas screamed and somehow made her way to a different neighbors house where she died in that neighbors arms. Kirsten Marina Costas (July 23, 1968 - June 23, 1984) was an American high school student who was murdered by her classmate, Bernadette Protti, in June 1984. No. Curious Nov 29, 2016 at 7:54 am. The accused, Bernadette Protti of Orinda, held her mother's hand throughout a hearing Friday in Juvenile Court here. She was born into a devout catholic family, the youngest of six children. Costas was banging her fists on the door as Protti jumped out of the bushes and stabbed her with a butcher knife in a downward angle several times, puncturing her lungs. Palmer said, Rene [the neighbor] and Kirsten were really close. However, the neighbor failed to respond when Costas signaled for help. LOL How stupid it is to even suggest that! Anonymous Jan 2, 2019 at 5:20 pm. Kirsten. Talking about Jeanette's parents, she has a mother named Elaine Protti. Kirsten staggered to the front door of the neighbours house and banged on the door. It also wasnt outside the realm of possibility that Kirsten refused to go to a party to which she hadnt been invited, and Bernadette responded to this by throwing a temper tantrum like a three-year-old in desperation. Nancy had once told Kirsten in front of others that if she didnt shut up Nancy would kill her. Costas, a Miramonte cheerleader, was murdered by fellow student Bernadette Protti in June of 1984. So they never made the phone call to the Weems to confirm. What about now, dont think shes not exposed and embarrassed. Trois Costas ont . Kirstens big ego shouldve been sufficiently stroked that night knowing someone thought she was so perfect and amazing. Kirstens murder was premeditated. One of the students that appeared to epitomise Bernadettes definition of success was a girl in her year level called Kirsten Costas. She was too afraid to answer the door and only came out when she heard the ambulance, Palmer said. I doubt highly people in Orinda will forgive Bernadette, especially Kirstens friends, just cause a few didnt like Kirsten, dont mean they whole town didnt like her. Mother Elaine was a homemaker, who read her bible with a stop watch. Part 1: https://clickamericana.com/topics/featured/the-real-death-of-a-cheerleader-1985 She was born in a wealthy house to her parents, Arthur and Berit Costas, and she had a brother named Peter, who grew up in the unassuming Californian suburb of Orinda. Palmer disagrees. Kirsten said she was out with a friend, but that her friend had gotten weird on her. Bernadette was allowed to leave at that point; she told the FBI agent she wanted time to think. I dont believe she told the whole truth in her confession, she seemed to be more worried about herself and what people would think, even after she took someones life. n reality, a person may not kill someone physically, but pass judgment on others as if their own shit does not stink. She wouldnt of been so popular. She got a light sentence because she was tried as a juvenile. I think it is safe to say that anyone can see, that the motivation would be, that Kristen would tell people what Bernadette did. Well, thats what Bernadette said happened. Bernadette didnt want Kirsten to expose and embarrass her? Bernadette Protti's home life was just fine, by all accounts. Besides her crime, there isn't much about her online. He asked who had stabbed her, but Kirsten was unable to speak. = Bernadette was known as a nice girl, something that Kirsten was NOT known as. viewed 15 April 2017, Los Angeles Times Girl, 16, Convicted in Classmates Slaying : Teen-ager Feared Victim Was Going to Tell People I Was Weird published 14 March 1985 I lived in the Bay Area when this happened so I remember it. Bernadette Protti is an Italian American teenager born on September 20, 1968, changes her name often, who killed Kirsten Costas with a butcher knife out of jealously. So she had a few she didnt like, who doesnt. Dont say that! Palmer remembered telling her daughter. viewed 15 April 2017, Wikipedia.com Murder of Kirsten Costas Either way, Bernadette had worked tirelessly to cultivate a social profile that she could be proud of. A rumour had been circulating since the funeral that the person responsible had attended to mourn. Or do you have too much material garbage stuck up your asses. One small good thing came out of it, and thats that the grades that were affected started treating each other a bit better, realizing that words can hurt. Coupled with the witness account from Alexander Arnold of the killer with the blonde hair and casual attire driving the Pinto, a scenario was beginning to form in the minds of investigators. She said she would collect Kirsten from the house at 6 pm. Convicted killer found teaching at Iowa high school 259,650 views Oct 24, 2012 2.5K Dislike Share Save KCCI A scandal rocked an Iowa high school after a convicted killer hiding her identity is. [3] . It was a crime of passion!!!! Kirsten backed up, yelling at Bernadette to go away. Protti changed her name to Jeannette Butler legally after the horrible incident. We do grow out of it some in our late teens and 20 s but still have moments, but not as bad. Hear about the real crime that Alexey's favorite Lifetime movie is based off, as well as a tasting from a delightful coffee birthday gift! Her parents were wealthy. But she was just 15 and had her whole life in front of her. She collapsed on the ground as the door opened. The comment above should be ignored. But just fine wasnt good enough for Bernadette. A tragedy. It just shows that the people in the area are still as stupid, and vain, and sick and materialistic as ever. I was at a party up on Overhill Road with my parents and I remember hearing sirens blaring for what seemed like an hour. Kirsten was clearly not a nice person as made evident by the many articles and tv shows on this case. It was indeed premeditated and it makes me mad that she gets to have a life when she destroyed so many others. function() { You people need to leave things to GOD who pays his own punishment, and not try and play detectives. Kirsten Marina Costas (July 23, 1968 - June 23, 1984) was an American high school student who was murdered by her classmate, Bernadette Protti, in June 1984. It was definitely a tragedy. The police interviewed all Kirstens associates, including all members of the Bob-O-Links. Bernadette and Kirsten both tried out for cheerleader; Kirsten was offered a place, Bernadette was not. Nancy fit the stereotype, and Orindas residents were comfortable with this. While the police reviewed the case using the profile, Berit and Arthur Costas hired a private investigator. [2] Costas attended Miramonte High School and was a member of the school's varsity swim team and the cheerleading squad. And the bullying and harassment from fellow students at Miramonte continues to this day. Kirsten Marina Costas (July 23, 1968 - June 23, 1984) was an American high school student who was murdered by her classmate Bernadette Protti in June 1984. I too am really shocked that Bernadette had such a short sentence. Though the Bay Area is seen as a progressive community, and social organizations and educational institutions continue to preach tolerance, Palmer believes that Lamorinda is still lagging behind. She paid her dues to the court system and I am sure she is now and always will for the remainder of her life. I wish I could tell the Costas family how sorry I am, especially her brother who is probably still alive. View Source Suggest Edits Memorial Photos Flowers Memorials Region North America It took police six months to determine that Protti was the killer. She was more ashamed of what she did than killing Kirsten, Palmer said. Both were members of the swim team, but Costas was reportedly much more popular than Protti, according to the Associated Press in 1984. So sad for all. That is also why her fingerprints didnt show up when she was in nursing school.