Story Time: We Were On A Murder Ship | MsGoldgirl

[@lilycloy]

Can you please make this type of video more often instead of once a month? Really enjoying the content. You are a good story teller!

[@MsGoldgirl]

Thank you!! It just depends on if I have a story to tell!

[@PrimetimeKCL]

I remember seeing this in the news, if I recall it was the Manzanares Case. I live in Utah and that couple were from Utah, so it was local news for us. It was absolutely sickening!! I can't imagine how weird that would have been to have been on that cruise ship when it all took place?!! And so crazy the wheels of justice took so long, and that he only served such a small part of his sentence!! My heart breaks for those children!!

[@lauraanderson743]

We were on a cruise several years ago with a group of people from my husband’s work. Halfway through the cruise, in the middle of the night, one the men suddenly died of heart attack. That is when we learned there was a morgue in the lower deck of the ship. Arrangements were made and my husband and I escorted the widow home from an airport in Mexico. I asked one of the ship employees if deaths occurred regularly on a cruise ship and he replied that they do happen on occasion, but he said often the surviving spouse does not have the support as the widow did of our group. Incidentally, initially, my husband and I were not excited about the cruise, but when on assignment from his employer. When this sudden death happened we knew the reason why we were there and it made it easy to leave the cruise and fly home with the widow. It was all very sad to loose a spouse suddenly so far from home and family.

[@JudiBoyd]

I remember you talking about this at the time. Crazy that your fam was closely connected to something like this. Really enjoy your story time.

[@lisalovesphotography]

What a horrible story. Those poor kids! Must have been a very surreal experience for you and your family.

[@sipsalot6087]

I love your videos Marnie. You have had a very eventful and interesting life so far, from the scary and tragic to the fairytale romance. I’m looking forward to the next one.❤

[@debbiem73]

How sad and tragic for that family.

[@loribalderston214]

Very interesting and sad story, but I love the story time and make up duo!

[@carmenfox1732]

That’s wild and sad! Planning on doing an Alaskan cruise next year. I’ll have to check out your other Alaska videos. I don’t want to be looking for cold weather stuff in the middle of summer!!

[@MsGoldgirl]

You will definitely need warmer stuff up there!

[@greengrands]

We were on a Transatlantic cruise where a person died, ( natural causes, we assume), on one of the first days. We didn't dock until the Azores, seven days later. Can't imagine what that was like for the spouse of the deceased; the partner is in the morgue, and can't dock for several days. We observed the hearse pulled up to the ship. Probably happens more than we know with all the retirees on cruises.

[@kellychu3023]

I just found this channel and I love your content, all of it! Story time is awesome, you do an excellent job!

[@HollyL56]

What a tragic story. Those poor kids and all involved. I can’t believe people would complain after hearing the reason why. I’m always interested in these types of stories, but to be so close to one occurring had to be scary. I’m curious about the documentation of his interview and will check that out. Perfect story time for this time of year, but so sad at what occurred.

[@nybsbfan18]

I can't imagine what nightmares and trauma those children must be having after hearing their father kill their mother in the next room...smh

[@missyann7744]

I remember watching your Alaska videos back in 2019 right before we went on our Alaskan Cruise (which was amazing) and you did mention the murder which I had already read about & I was like Wow Marnie was on THAT cruise! Crazy story and eerie for sure. And so so sad.

[@brendathompson2503]

I remember when that happened, knowing y’all were on that cruise & watching for an update from you. Crazy, I don’t remember hearing anything about the outcome of the murder or that poor family. So tragic for those children & their family. Probably was very strange for y’all to go on with your family vacation after all that. Perfect add to your Story Time videos😘

[@TexasGirl1633]

Love your stories….you have had some unique experiences! Thanks for sharing!

[@karenejkleinfineart]

Hi Marnie, I remember watching your Alaskan Cruise video. I remember you were talking about this terrible death on the ship. It was also on the news. I never heard what happened to the husband. So sad for their children. Anyway, your make up looks lovely. Have a wonderful weekend! xo, Karen

[@home_editor_18chriseldagar12]

Wow! What an experience, Marnie to add to your Alaskan Cruise! 😮 Thanks for sharing with us!

[@stylewithcathyover50]

I remember you going on the Alaskan cruise, but I didn't know that there had been a murder!! OMG, how horrible! Those poor girls to lose their mom in such a horrible act of violence. I've been on I think 18 cruises and thankfully have never had any murders that I know of happen, that must have been so unsettling! Love your story time videos Marnie and you look gorgeous as always!!

[@MsGoldgirl]

You would have definitely known if a murder happened on your ship!

[@guenethcorrigan4096]

I graduated from Wheaton College in Mass. and Marnie? Everything about you reminds me of Clarkie one of my dorm mates. She was classy, fun, intelligent, beautiful, and interesting. She was also very sweet. She would tell us stories the way that you do. Disclaimers, earnest tone, amazing detail. Somewhere out there you have a twin!

[@sylly654]

I have only been on one cruise in my life. A short jaunt from Los Angeles to Baja Mexico and back. 3 or 4 days I think. It was a little over 20 years ago. My husband and I and another couple. Had a great time. When we were disembarking, a young man in a suit and a notebook came up to us and asked us what we knew about the murder aboard the ship. The question took us by surprise and we just shrugged and said no. We thought perhaps it was some sort of Love Boat Murder Mystery that we must have missed. But as we left the ship terminal we saw many news vans parked out front. Then it hit us that there really WAS a murder! It was a fight between two crew members, and one grabbed a knife from the galley and stabbed the other guy. Horrible. But your story is absolutely shocking. A heated fight is one thing, but a domestic situation is more of a shock.

[@strikkelises]

I remember you talking about this back when it had happened and I wondered about the circumstances around the murder. How horrible. I'm not surprised to hear that there are deaths on board the cruise ships. I know Norwegian hospitals along the coast are sometimes having a huge task tending to cruise tourists, as a lot of them are breaking something or falling ill in the middle of summer holidays. There are a lot of elderly people among the tourists with pre existing conditions etc.

[@crissolmontiel]

I worked for an international airline and had a couple of cases of people who died and as you know there is no extra room, the body stay on the seat, is a very uncomfortable situation for everyone.

[@LauraMartinez-bf6rp]

I love all your videos, but man I sure do LOOOVE THESE STORY TIMES!!!!!

[@MsGoldgirl]

More to come!

[@marlyssmith4831]

That was an awesome story to share! I’m at work and would appreciate a weekly story hour!

[@wandalowe5578]

Oh, girl I love this stuff. I mean I hate it for the poor girl and family. I was just watching a show the other day about people disappearing on cruises, and they never find what happens to them. Great video!!! Oh!! Love the red 2 piece from Chico's

[@raquelklinger1368]

Wow, that's pretty crazy! Yes I'm thinking about those poor girls...how traumatizing that must be😢 a time that was supposed to be a fun celebration...anywho, I am loving this story time, you are such a lovely storyteller! Have you ever thought of writing a book/novel or something? Because of you I got back on reading...I love when you do the book reviews...thanks again Marnie ❤️Looking forward to the next one❤️

[@MsGoldgirl]

As much as I love reading, I don’t think writing is in the cards for me!

[@jgheart3018]

So eerie...and sorry you and your family had to experience that as what should have been a memorable family vacation for so many good reasons is now and forever tarnished by this tragedy. On a lighter note, where are you & Michael going on your upcoming cruise. Alaska is still on our bucket list, so I will go back and look at your recommendations for that.

[@MsGoldgirl]

We're going to Mexico, Panama and Colombia.

[@barbsinclair7352]

Very sad, it takes a long time to beat someone to death with your fists, its hard to understand how he wasn't stopped before it got to that point, crazy and sad.

[@mirandacamp4222]

My husband & I cruise a lot. To date 26 cruises. On three separate cruises someone died. Two were natural causes. The third a very young man died from alcohol poisoning. One of the natural causes was located several doors down from us. A young mom & dad traveling with their two kids of elementary age and their grandmother. I saw them and greeted them everyday. The grandmother, who wasn’t very old, passed away. The next port day I saw the family with their suitcases leaving the ship. They looked devastated. I have never forgotten this family and the looks on their faces. I felt very odd walking past their empty room the rest of cruise.

[@angelirohival6270]

I had a hard time getting past Alaskan cruise in July =snow??? I thought it would just be green and plush. Great story, Marnie. Very interesting! ( although, yes, very sad for the children) I love these videos. I feel like I’m sitting with a good friend watching her put in her makeup while she tells me a story! Either that or I’ve got on the show called 20/20…. Keep these and all your videos coming!

[@reginasemenenko148]

I really cannot imagine. You are very good at relaying the entire timeline of events, Marnie.

[@bethmann3283]

I remember when you were on this cruise, I think I remember when you got to a port and mentioned it on Instagram stories. What a crazy experience!!!

[@fabulisa5561]

What a sad story, I hate that your boys had that experience on a family vacation, thankfully y'all weren't any where close to their room. I don't know this story at all, but I'm going to look it up. 48 Hours is my favorite show, but I've not seen this story at all. Thanks for sharing it was very interesting!!

[@kirstenson1]

I remember when you talked about that after the cruise. So sad and crazy to have that happen while you were on the cruise!

[@CkCmilliemoo]

Wow! I heard there is a jail on board too. This is such a sad story. It seems like accident’s, criminal behavior and sickness happens on the “at sea” days when people are drinking all day?🤷🏻‍♀️. Anyway, an Alaskan cruise is one of my bucket list items.

[@erikaoliver2591]

Such a sad story. Can't imagine what it's like for their girls.

[@debbieshiroda2419]

Really enjoying these videos. I remember hearing of this on the news or somewhere…who knew the Goldbergs were on the same ship…yikes. We had a person jump off the ship during a cruise I was on some 22 years ago so I understand the confusion of what’s going on? Why is the Coast Guard surrounding our ship? Why aren’t we in port? Very tragic.

[@cparker7431]

How awful for you and your kids to experience when trying to have a family outing. Very oddly memorable. So sorry for your family wow.....🙏🙏🙏

[@jenk6475]

Hi Marni! I remember when you talked about this after that cruise. I’ve been on 16 cruises and none of my weird stories come close to this!

[@katkat521]

I learned about the morgues from the mother of a boyfriend who went on a "blues cruise". I know what you mean about true crime and how different it is when you are somewhat close to the situation. I was a long time friend of "Dirty John" and when his story came out, it felt so weird. Alcohol and bipolar meds do not mix (obviously). Such a tragedy for all. I hope the cruise was enjoyable up until this point. We did one for our second anniversary in 2006 and it was spectacular! Thank you for sharing. I really enjoy your story time videos (as well as all your vids).

[@chrisk4053]

I think it’s human nature to think about ourselves even during such a tragic event. I can see people requesting a refund etc because they focus on something arbitrary in a time of crisis to normalize their feelings. 😢

[@brittanytapply375]

So crazy that you were on that ship. Such a horrible story. I read the information and the transcripts you linked to below. Just crazy. I wonder how he died?

[@MsGoldgirl]

I wonder too!

[@jBecker1844]

I’ve always been a bit leery about taking a cruise. That being said, everyone I’ve talked to that has taken one swears that they’ve had a wonderful time. Although I know this isn’t a regular occurrence, stories like these add to my confirmation bias 😅 I love all of your stories and can’t wait for the next ❤️

[@MsGoldgirl]

The reason this got so much publicity is that it is SO rare for something like this to happen on a cruise!

[@gcat4399]

I’m a true crime addict but I have to admit that would freak me out. So horrible 😢

[@MsGoldgirl]

It’s one thing to hear about it as a story…experiencing it, even from a distance, is a very different experience.

[@JenniferHernandez-lw6iq]

Very interesting story,can’t wait for you to revisit your old videos.. recently watched your 9year old video about what to look for in a spouse. Curios to know if you have anything to change or add.

[@MsGoldgirl]

Nope-my opinion on choosing a spouse is still exactly the same!

[@angelabatterman6381]

Holy Cow!! Most interesting story during a makeup tutorial!

[@sassy81852]

We cruise all the time and follow cruise bloggers. In recent months there has been a lot of fights breaking out on ships. Cruise lines have tightened up rules to the point if you cause a fight or are involved you will be kicked off at your own expense and banned to ever cruise again. Low prices is bring an undesirable clientele to the ships. That with alcohol your going to see more disturbing behavior. I am sure the woman who died on your cruise was already a victim of domestic violence before she ever got on that ship. If it didn’t happen their it was going to happen somewhere.

[@lindab5789]

This was an interesting story, and frightening to have something like that happen in your proximity. Its also shocking that there are 1 to 2 deaths per cruise! Certainly the cruise lines would not want that info to be publicized. Just curious on how that information came to light?

[@MsGoldgirl]

It’s pretty common knowledge. They don’t publicize it but people talk. Considering the older demographic it’s pretty normal.

[@lindab5789]

@@MsGoldgirl Wow, never knew that, but good to know.

[@velvetgardenia]

That people were complaining about missing their excursions is so awful. I used to commute daily to NYC on Amtrak, and over the years, there were a number of times the train had to stop because of a jumper- suicide on the tracks. As inconvenient as the train delay may have seemed, just know your day could not have possibly been as awful as that poor soul's.

[@MsGoldgirl]

Exactly!

[@joywind8922]

We were on the Emerald the following summer in the Mediterranean and I heard people talking about this incident. So sad. I never knew which deck it was on. We were on the 8 deck so luckily we weren’t in that cabin.

[@meredithlindley6882]

That’s a crazy story! Wow! How terrible for the family.

[@MsGoldgirl]

I can’t even imagine. I still think about those poor girls.

[@Kellyc888]

I am a LONG time viewer (under a different user name) and I remember this story like It was yesterday. I heard about it first from a neighbor as she was childhood friend of the victim and I immediately thought "Isn't Ms. Goldgirl on an Alaskan cruise?!" Such a sad situation, but also such an unusual vacation story!

[@MsGoldgirl]

I was amazed how many people checked in on us back then!

[@NYEmma]

We learned about morgues on cruise ships when my mother-in-law died on one. She was 80.

[@MsGoldgirl]

Oh no!! I am so sorry!

[@brynmawrbeth318]

Ironically, I also cruised Alaska on the Emerald Princess! I believe it was August 2016.

[@enlair]

stalker!! cruise murder!!! Marnie, you’ve had some crazy experience lol.

[@MsGoldgirl]

I think that's the total sum of my interesting experiences...not sure what to talk about next!

[@Robirda]

My cousin went on this same cruise with a group of her best friends. She said it was a really sad experience and she doesn't like to talk about it much. It hasn't stopped her travels. She just got back from Scotland 😊.

[@MsGoldgirl]

Small world!! Scotland was a top 3 experience for us!

[@ModernGreenGoddess]

omg wow you were on the murder cruise! i remember this. so tragic but i’m glad you and your family were safe. those ilia products look great on you.

[@MsGoldgirl]

It's so bizarre that so many people remember it by that name!

[@margaret77494]

I remember you being interviewed for that. It was crazy and so tragic .

[@MsGoldgirl]

Oh we weren't interviewed! We just got filmed in the background of other people's interviews as we were leaving the ship.

[@monicabeltran3137]

Wow that’s crazy that you had to experience that

[@thuff1947]

My boss and his family were on this cruise too! Small world.

[@MsGoldgirl]

Very small world!!

[@myratraney]

Ya, I remember the first video you shared about this incident ....has it been 5 yrs ago ...???? Oh dear ...how time flies 🧚‍♂️🧚‍♀️🧚

[@MsGoldgirl]

It really does!

[@Angieski0511]

How did you learn to edit your videos, upload etc. In general the process. Thanks!

[@MsGoldgirl]

By watching KZbin videos on it!

[@pamb2868]

Wow! That’s just freaky. The closet I have been is two streets over. I guy killed his wife for cheating on him. And they had young kids. I guess the grandparents would have to raise them. Because they were both young. I would think about how sad it was every time we drove by the house.

[@diannsanford2436]

Thanks for sharing.

[@MsGoldgirl]

Thanks for watching!

[@woaname6416]

There is other crimes that also occur on cruise ships including assault, battery and rape.

[@MsGoldgirl]

Yes

[@QuinceyG]

My gosh how awful. What a terrible experience :(

[@ldalton7879]

I remember this horrible story!

[@carolfinn4027]

That is some experience!!!

[@johnjjpaulajj]

How Sad!!!

[@jenniferannfox2316]

That's bad. I'm thinking and wondering how many times the man probably abused her in the past? Was he ever arrested for prior assaults? This probably wasn't his first time abusing. Sounds like a narcicist to me. Those children will not be the same after witnessing this. He probably wasn't taking his bipolar meds regularly and just drinking to self medicate. What a mess.

[@MsGoldgirl]

Apparently there was no record of abuse-but that doesn't mean it didn't happen (sorry for the double negative)!

[@Alanardo1989]

Must be a good story judging by Marnie's face on the thumbnail I wont watch it now cause I don't want to spoil it I'd rather wait till I'm laying in bed tonight at 9pm going to buy some snacks and drinks to enjoy a Marnie story time tonight 😊

[@Baileybooandecho]

Good morning my friend 💕

[@joannelabryn7531]

i went on an Alaskan cruise and had the time of my life!

[@MsGoldgirl]

Great!!

[@lindatoews5265]

How bizarre!

[@Soso-ok8jz]

So he make sure he left those poor kids without parents. So sad.

[@MsGoldgirl]

Incredibly sad!

[@elizabethwright4784]

I hope the children feel safe & are happy!

[@gracechadi]

*I disagree with the complaining but I agree with the reimbursement.*

[@MsGoldgirl]

Why? How is the cruise line responsible for monetary compensation? Sometimes bad things happen.

[@gracechadi]

@@MsGoldgirl I used the same logic - the cruise passengers aren't responsible for bad events. They pay money - in exchange for experience/adventure. If all or part of the deal isn't met, the cruise line needs to reimburse their money, depending on what the fair value is.

[@leaharte3901]

Your brows are the bomb 💣 What do you do?

[@barbarashuster9029]

Sure wish you could do MY makeup!

[@myrasgreen2631]

Fantastic story an incredible mental health issue + alcohol

[@MsJay39]

Within the last month we heard a murder happen in our neighborhood. Gunshots. Initially we thought it was random people up in the hills shooting targets or something (not rare to hear in the distance in the country). 10 minutes after the shots we heard sirens. It came out later someone had been murdered. Not a good feeling to know you heard the last moments of someone’s life. 😔And we live in a nice area.

[@MsGoldgirl]

Crime happens everywhere.

[@NJItalianGal747]

Wow

[@dawnwalker152]

Oh my. :/

[@pinkformarie]

Marnie, this is not a story ,this is the reality of a family,children who lost their mother tragically to the hands of their father! Plus using their picture as a thumbnail is very insensitive and distasteful in my opinion,how would you like it if were your family ? It's not a story to be used for entertainment, it is a very sad ,horrific tragedy ...😢

[@MsGoldgirl]

What part was entertaining exactly? I was sharing my personal experience.

[@pinkformarie]

@@MsGoldgirl whatever Marnie,if you don't get it ,people like you never will 😢

[@pinkformarie]

@@MsGoldgirl Or maybe have a discussion with you rabbi and see his take on it …

[@kimberlycammuso1264]

Have you told this story before? I believe I heard this before on your channel.

[@MsGoldgirl]

Yes-in the vlog of the cruise when it happened 5 years ago.

[@Sisterwayne]

We've been on more than 30 cruises and it's not uncommon to have a death on board. When you hear the code BRIGHT STAR announced over the PA system, that's a code for a death on board. It is an odd feeling when you're this close to it.

[@MsGoldgirl]

Very odd!!

[@acleonards1179]

I have to say - You lead in interesting life kiddo!!!!

[@verawhite1586]

I was thinking the same thing!

[@MsGoldgirl]

I would prefer a boring one! 🤣

[@acleonards1179]

@@MsGoldgirl hahaha!!!! I’m with you on that!!

[@MarTina-on1ti]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@pinkformarie]

To turn a tragedy into a storytime seams quite insensitive , what would you think if you were part of the victim's family ?

[@bruce12347]

I am so sad for the kids 🥺

[@luvzdogz]

It's a compelling story and something you experienced. Hundreds of channels and whatever platforms/outlets/TV stations cover these topics and stories. "Murder shows" is part of the popular vernacular now. Go ahead and tell your story, which you did so tactfully. IMO

[@Trixstien]

I am an author/short story writer and with this and your stalker experience, have you thought of becoming a writer yourself? I think both experience could a great foundation to make you a fascinating story teller.

[@MsGoldgirl]

Thank you!! It has never occurred to me! I doubt I have that skill set.

[@Trixstien]

@@MsGoldgirl You have already shown the skill with this and the other video retelling the experiences. Just add a lot words and you are there.

[@Pureimagination200]

Dam you wear a lot of foundation and concealer

[@michelleeggers719]

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