Cleveland Kidnapping Survivor Michelle Knight Talks About New Life, Marriage | Megyn Kelly TODAY

Almost five years after her escape from the Cleveland home of Ariel Castro, who held her and two others captive for over a decade, Michelle Knight (now known as Lily Rose Lee) joins Megyn Kelly TODAY to talk about her ordeal and her new memoir, “Life After Darkness.” She talks about her recent marriage and her prospects for having a child.
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Cleveland Kidnapping Survivor Michelle Knight Talks About New Life, Marriage | Megyn Kelly TODAY

[@modjadjimatatanya]

i hope her son knows his mom didn't abandon him

[@christinerizzo9295]

Modjadji Matatanya her son was taken away from her by CPS before she was abducted. He was placed in foster care because she was deemed unfit. I’ll try and send some links.

[@modjadjimatatanya]

@@christinerizzo9295 oh. whoa. i didn't know that.

[@minxymoo2325]

Well she didn't abandon him. He got taken away from her by CPS before she was even kidnapped.

[@blairwaldorf-bass8180]

Modjadji Matatanya he does, his adoptive parents better have told him 😒

[@natmont2211]

Probably a good thing the baby did get taken by cps just due to the fact the baby could of been taken by castro

[@seulyenarellano6596]

the two other girls has a family, she didn't... i'm crying

[@effeffy9117]

Andrew Ward cuz she was abused in her childhood and her mom boyfriend hurt her son

[@happyhorse1028]

Julliene Candava was there any mention of her son’s dad?

[@davidkosiba624]

But she got married which is awesome

[@vernamorales2064]

@Andrew Ward She had a 💔 childhood

[@deannamccrimmon7805]

Happy Horse the dad was one of her classmates and didn’t want anything to do with their son I think. She talks about him in her book.

[@arianaespinoza5465]

“You can’t be broken twice.” Oh my lord, what a wonderful woman.

[@DannyBoy777777]

@ Ariana Espinoza Tell that to the Germans.

[@yesyjam1]

That’s devastating

[@differentwavelength6553]

Michelle is truly an inspirational and amazing human being. What an amazing woman. All 3 of his victims were so much stronger than he could ever be.

[@heighton7206]

I always felt so sorry for her bc lots of people ignored the fact that she went through all of that along with Gina and Amanda. The media payed more attention to the other girls. I think Michelle went through the most physical, mental, verbal and emotional abuse. He was sooooo cruel to her

[@ladylokiwifeodindottir7095]

I completely agree that Lily should have had more coverage but I believe the reason. Why they focused on the two other girls (and I'm not saying it right) is because they were teens when they were taken. Yes Lily was there longer but the two teen were only children still and the abuse may have a stronger impact from the abuse. Plus it was Amanda who saved the three of them. They probably see that as her being the "Stronger" one. When in reality she saw an opportunity save themselves and seized it. A woman who was abducted and abused for ten years who wouldn't let him break her spirit. Or Young woman missing for 10+ years and was a teenager when she was taken saved herself and two other women plus her daughter from their kidnapper. Which sounds better? While I completely agree Lily should have had more coverage then what she did get. I believe they felt Amanda being the one to free them and had been a teen when she was abducted 10+years ago sounds better to them. But this is just imo

[@nzzs203]

@@ladylokiwifeodindottir7095 she didn't want the attention at first. She told them she'll talk when she's ready. Then she saw the others getting the spotlight then decided she was ready. Plus the other was the one that got them out AND had the child by him.

[@Baffled-f9d]

Amanda was the one who got them out of there.

[@cortneyhall9068]

Me too and people talk about her like the other two are better then her makes me so mad

[@Ilene-pz8fp]

I am happy for all three and I wish them only happiness. With the age difference, it is not surprising that Amanda and Gina remain close. It also sounds as though their abuser (while he pitted them against one another) kept Michelle away from the other two. In addition, there may be some resentment about Amanda being allowed to have her baby and Michelle was never graced same. That would have to cause additional trauma to Michelle. Again, I am happy to see that they are moving on with their lives and I hope they continue to grow as the incredible survivors that they are now known to be.

[@GraceanneParks]

Literally one of the strongest people ever. Wow

[@raquelhernandez1209]

Beverly Huttinger tattoos are considered art depending on how you do them. tattoos are bueatifull and not just white people get them, im hispanic and all of my family except My mom has tattoos and same thing for my husbands family even his mom is tatted se are all hispanic. Its not a white thing its a art thing a people thing.

[@kristinawooten5969]

Beverly Huttinger never judge someone. You do not know the reason behind those Tattoo's. I'm not trying to be rude! I am a young mother of 3 boy's and I have tattoos. She is a survivor. Yes! But she could be using that as a coping mechanism, or just becoming who she is and telling her story through those tattoos as well. So many reasons as to why people get tattoos and it isn't a race thing. Quite a shame to use the "white people" card amd to say that period, the way this world is n considering how far that America has become with races! This woman is a Walking Miracle, with great Strength. Never judge until you KNOW the full and true story behind someone else's choices, decisions, and life.

[@Moonlava722]

I hope her son knows who she is. She deserves that. He deserves to know her. It's not her fault he was taking.

[@Iceis_Phoenix]

Beverly Huttinger Your ignorance is vomit inducing. Who brought you up?

[@Iceis_Phoenix]

GraceanneParks she lived for her son...too bad she can't even see him 😔

[@Iamsoul00]

Lily is a remarkable human being. She’s an icon of strength.

[@reallyhappenings5597]

Sorry but I can't stand when people misuse words like "icon." Look it up. She's a remarkably resilient and unusual woman, but an icon is something recognized universally throughout time as symbolic.

[@ISEEORBS]

@@reallyhappenings5597 That , and I don't even believe this lady for some reason Lol.

[@janetDT1904]

Agreed. Lily is absolutely beautiful inside and out xx

[@user-ri3oz1hi4k]

@@reallyhappenings5597 Yeah I’d say she counts as that.

[@MyBelovedGhostAndMe]

@@ISEEORBS wtf she went through ten years of abuse just for you to say you don't believe her? Your belief doesn't matter she went through all that and she is so brave as she got through it and survived. Your a horrible person for saying you don't believe her

[@alexispestorio1600]

Lily Rose Lee is such a gorgeous name. Fits her so well.

[@ambermullenax9813]

I love how it represents her life now and how it has so much meaning behind it!

[@cupheadplays7139]

It really does fit her 💕

[@tamlynn786]

I love how she doesn't let the past define her and how she gave herself a new name. She's an inspiration.

[@zuliettearencibia6615]

agree!

[@diepotato4534]

*You can’t be broken twice* I’ve lived by this every since I heard it. She is strength🌈🦋

[@daniellemunaycush]

Yes. Blew me back when she explained that. 💜

[@leanne3767]

She had a great deal in her in her reserves.

[@1catmac]

Danielle Cody So much wisdom.

[@mattwatkins20]

Uh, yeah you can.

[@lorimiller4301]

@@mattwatkins20 I agree with you Matt. I've been broken repeatedly in many different ways.

[@nicholasbogosian5420]

Her ability to distance herself from her son, the thing which gave her strength to survive is beautiful. I sense that there will be more to this story...the son has a heroic birth mother just waiting to be discovered.

[@user-ri3oz1hi4k]

Exactly. And she shouldn’t have to.

[@ladybimshire6808]

Those parents seem incredibly selfish. At least let her meet him and withhold who she really is until he is old enough to process the truth. He’s going to hate them.

[@Steph-lf3zq]

I really hope her son reaches out and she has a kid. She deserves the world Edit: wow guys thanks for all the likes and I’m glad you guys support Michelle/ Lily

[@oliviamae3281]

Steph&Savana wow, yes, because he was literally taken from her. So sad. 😢

[@rhino1876]

Olivia Mae Well sort of. She lost him previously to foster care because she was out searching for a job and when she came home her mom's boyfriend tried to grab at her sexually and her son got scared and the man hurt her son's knee. So she lost him before being kidnapped that's how Ariel lured her into his truck by saying he would take her to her meeting.

[@oliviamae3281]

Rhino L yeah, she didn't lose him by her neglect of him though. That's what I meant.

[@rhino1876]

Olivia Mae oh no! She loved him more than anything. Funnily enough i was reading her first book (for the third time) on my plane yesterday. I cry the hardest when she loses her son to foster care and to her forced abortions.

[@Steph-lf3zq]

Kay DeFreese I know but when she was talking about a miracle that is what I meant sorry it was unclear🙃

[@tyrellallen7756]

Her mental muscles are bigger than any bodybuilders physical muscles

[@josephinetyree1476]

WELL PUT!!!!!!! : )

[@jeffalbillar7625]

By far.

[@gimygaming8655]

Definitely

[@deborahdodge818]

That’s a very strong and true statement.

[@wanda4573]

Amen on that comment. I hope she meets her son.

[@LeeDee5]

I really hope her and Miguel are blessed with a child of their own.

[@Southerngirl0828]

Me too!

[@julie1559]

She sadly can’t have children anymore due to the severe abuse she suffered in the house, but I really hope they find another way to have a child!

[@burymebelowawillowtree9243]

Maybe they could adopt.

[@crownjewel832]

Sadly I think that psychopath destroyed her reproductive system

[@tracybrown1488]

If she ask me I would Carry the baby 4 her and her husband has she said she can not carry and I would do it for nothing in return

[@CeliMe007]

I'm so glad she gained some weight! Before any of you accuse me of bodyshaming, think about it. She was the main target to get bullied and starved by that monster. I'm happy she's free and eating what she wants when she wants!

[@marieschrader9150]

💕

[@nechelewatts9127]

Amenn

[@whyis6afraidof740]

Wells, now she's overweight. That's not good either, she needs to built a healthy relationship with food, which of course will be very hard after what happened to her. It's pretty common I think that people gain a lot of weight after traumatic events, something similar happened to Natasha kampusch for example, another girl who was kidnapped, had to starve for years and then became overweight. I really hope she manages to cope with it, so that she can live a long and healthy life without any medical problems. Saying you are glad that someone is overweight is in fact pretty ignorant, it's something very dangerous and painful. I guess you just meant that you're happy she has normal access to food now, which I agree with, but her weight is nothing to be happy about. It's rather worrying.

[@gowonsbutterfly8725]

Light Bringer All the victims gained a lot of weight. And most likely it’s because he destroyed their metabolisms by starving them as punishment. When your body is starved it goes into a survival mode and stores more fat when you eat because it doesn’t know when you’ll receive another meal. And it’s harder to correct your metabolism and it becomes harder for them to lose weight or burn fat.

[@whyis6afraidof740]

@@gowonsbutterfly8725 oh, I haven't thaught of that, but it makes sense I guess. And it makes it even sadder imo, so being happy about it still seems very weird to me. I hope it doesn't affect them too much and that they deal with it as well as possible. Anyways, thanks for the info :)

[@mynewprofileig6197]

"as long as I can get myself up everyday and I can survive, there is life after darkness" this woman leaves me speechless. If I ever reach depression low again I will watch this video. I appreciate her speaking out and her strength, her beauty, she is unstoppable and astonishing.

[@JalanRina]

Her face just glowing and brigt when megan start talking about her husband. I cried when she said there is a light after dark. Good luck girl!

[@kathtsmall6405]

She’s a true hero and survivor.

[@NettoDiakozu]

999 likes? Not on my watch

[@undyingsoul3949]

How is she a hero? Because she survived those ten years in captivity?

[@nzzs203]

@@undyingsoul3949 was wondering too...

[@cortneyhall9068]

Yes she is

[@metallicphoenix9615]

She’s the founder of Lily’s Ray of Hope, look that up on Facebook. That’s when the Hero side of her comes in after the Survivor Side.

[@sethstine4698]

So sad. She didn't leave her son. She was taken from him..

[@tinkerbellsfairydust165]

i pray she will have a baby, to add more joy in her life.

[@fatimazahraelloumi6213]

Carol Jones i read her book. She unfortunately can’t have a baby bcz she had 5 abortions. :(

[@Kleoyoutubes]

Fatima Zahra Elloumi She had 5 miscarriages (not abortions) induced by Castros violence :(

[@juliaarnold1078]

Fatima Zahra Elloumi abortion’s don’t cause infertility

[@SaraBerry907]

Julia Arnold it can, because it causes scar tissue in the uterine lining. It absolutely CAN cause infertility.

[@sagalindhe]

@@SaraBerry907 it's so very rare

[@QueenB_Jade]

As a survivor of sexual and physical abuse myself, it’s people like her that give me strength and hope. Bless you, strong woman ❤️

[@rhea944]

QueenB Jade bless u too beautiful woman ❤️ stay strong

[@janeadelaidelennox7193]

Bless YOU strong woman 💪🏻

[@embadly]

& it's people like both of yall that give me hope. and a reminder that I'm not alone in my situation & if others can overcome it, I can too so yall let me to try and move on every single day. lol

[@rubymoss8312]

QueenB Jade I know you wrote this a year ago, but I’m a survivor of sexual abuse too. This is exactly what I needed. I know you don’t know me but I got love for you girl. ❤️

[@Immortalized96]

God bless you

[@leekennedy2845]

"So you changed your name, Michelle"

[@Pawknee123]

Lee kennedy 😄😄 I caught that too.

[@happyhorse1028]

Lee kennedy hilarious

[@gimygaming8655]

Right?!

[@kdm8540]

Hahahaha

[@leekennedy2845]

@Chhandak here lol she literally said that she changed it because hearing her old name was painful for her. People change their names fpr a lot of reasons and it's almost always disrespectful to uae someone's old name/dead name

[@JackGeezy]

This girl is a true hero, mad respect for her

[@globetrotting2628]

Adoptive parents are wrong on this. They were only able to adopt due to bio mom being kidnapped and held captive for 13 years. Why would they be so heartless to this mother?

[@claudialynn4272]

Sadly Lilly’s son was taken by cps before she was abducted. CPS said she was unfit because her family said she had mental disorders. She was abducted after having an argument with her mother about her son. Which is why it was thought that she just ran away

[@janeadelaidelennox7193]

I think (and I felt the way you did for a second at first) the parents know she’s traumatized and they want to make sure that she doesn’t inflict any harm on their son. They don’t know her, after all. And they want to make sure their son, and her son, doesn’t suffer as a result of all this. I’m a parent. Their primary duty is to their child. And this IS their child, even though he’s also her child. Adoptive parents are every bit as much parents as birth parents are. They’re cautious and they must be very conflicted. This must be hard for them too, after thinking mom was dead in absentia for so long.

[@jimparsons4312]

@globetrotting. I think she’s just had people ruthlessly judge/ hurt her the entirety of her life. Around every turn this poor woman gets hurt. She has Also even been triangulated by the other two gals who were in the house with her as they will not speak to her. I think because she is SUCH a survivor her tenacity is misread and she is misunderstood... my heart breaks for this angel. 😥

[@SindyJ37]

@@jimparsons4312 I wasn't aware that the other two girls no longer communicate with Lily Rose. So sad...but she seems super happy with Miguel

[@Rollimggiant]

Her 2yr old son was in CPS custody BEFORE SHE EVER WAS KIDNAPPED. js. He was blessed to be adopted by those people.

[@MsPsycoGirl]

Her story is the one that kills the most, this woman is a truly remarkable lady and I hope she’s living her best life and that her son reunites with her soon

[@usasstar]

I can't believe that she can't have children because of what that monster did to her. That made me so sad. I cried 😭 for the rest of the video

[@tammi67able]

usasstar me too

[@simonaivancic528]

Me too....she is such an angel....

[@aneela3586]

Me too

[@chrisanshaunagracie4217]

God is a healer he can heal her an make her whole.sn give her baby pray for her God bless u as well with much joy

[@gwenscott535]

Dr. Joe Dispenza . Walked again when the doctors told him no, by using the power of his mind. Dr. Joe Q&A - Fertility and Pregnancy kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKnaqaqfbcalqLc

[@gabbye4986]

GOD GIVE THIS WOMAN A BABY.

[@strawberry93suzanne92]

Amen

[@samanthachristen6953]

In Jesus name amen ❤️

[@crystalangel5751]

Amen

[@samanthaleilee1495]

Amen

[@higa279]

Amen!!

[@thedruidmaiden]

I have literally never had more respect for anyone in my life, buying her books NOW!! I am so relieved she found love again!!... god, I cannot imagine ever wanting to be intimate with anyone ever again in life if I experienced such horrific trauma. ALL THE POWER IN THE WORLD TO HER, TO ALL 3 OF THEM 🙏🏽

[@jessicalt4121]

I am in tears that lily lost her son temporarily until he’s older and wants to see her. God bless you! you are an amazing person!

[@atheenachelsea573]

Jessica LT that's where I started to cry :( I can't imagine not holding my baby after all those years

[@shawn170204]

Under the circumstances I'm happy her son was able to live a happy life and I'm sure he'll reunite with his biological mother 1 day when his life becomes a lot more meaningful and that usually doesn't happen till we hit a certain age in our lives.

[@p.richardson6680]

Keep in mind, only they know whats written in his adoption papers.

[@atheenachelsea573]

Chestnutty Morris but she also said, that adoptive parents don't want contact at this time.

[@p.richardson6680]

Well, sadly she says a lot that is not true.The child was abused more than once before cps took him. David Fecley was convicted and was not her mother's boyfriend like she claims. I was hoping after intensive therapy she would stop, but apparently nothing has changed. She keeps changing her stories and is still adding more lies. Which makes me wonder how impaired her mental/cognitive state was before her abduction.(see video M before abduction). Family members said she had the mind of a child. Its also mentioned in her missing person report, filed by her mother on the 23rd August 2002. After the rescue she had a very good female attorney who said she was worried about her, seeing the wrong kind of people at the time. Hopefully she keeps looking out for her and especially manages her finances. She met her husband via facebook when she was far from recovered, mentally. Married him in 2015. Who knows if his motivation is not her money? She is very vulnerable, easy to be exploited. Not just by the media.

[@belirmaria7349]

"If you had already went torturing your life you can't be broken twice. You can only survive after that." 💕

[@b.cheese6830]

SUGA

[@melanieaddison7088]

Yess

[@FEWGEE1]

I'm glad she's found love and happiness. She deserves it so much.

[@spiritisalive1]

She has come such a long way from her first interviews after her release. She is so confident, & you can see the real her now. God bless her!

[@mariasmith2198]

Yeah. She is selfish. I can't believe her first words were "he did horrible things to ME" not "to us".

[@danielbrown1724]

I didn't realize she was 20 when she was taken, that's crazy. She was the toughest in and toughest out. Bless her ❤

[@lolahope8425]

Just think, there's more girls out there in this same situation right now at this moment!! Please pray for them!! It's a sickening thought, but it's reality!!

[@katvtay]

Lola Hope Not just girls. It happens to boys too. It is such an awful thought that there are ones out there enduring the same horrors as Michelle, Amanda, Gina, Jaycee Dugard, Shawn Hornbeck, etc. It is just so horrible to think about.

[@lolahope8425]

Katie Kat. You are absolutely right!! Boys too!! I have a hard time at times enjoying life when I think about things like this !! And I'm an animal lover too!! When I think about all the animal abuse I get sick!! I wish I can just save the world!! But unfortunately I can't!!😢

[@katvtay]

Lola Hope I feel exactly the same way.

[@lolahope8425]

cinnamongirl3121. I definitely have to agree with you !!!☺ I would that!!!☺

[@mirrrstery]

Lola Hope true. No shortage of sick depraved men out there :(

[@adrianops7]

What a beautiful strong woman. Hands down to her.

[@lisascarrott6142]

Adriano Paiva my heart goes out to Michelle and to Gina and Amanda i hope they meet regularly and are friends. I like to think about what happened to them made them more stronger

[@shiviagarwal990]

she is such a strong woman I really pray that she meets her son and that she is blessed with more kids

[@skylake297]

Still to this day my heart aches so deeply for her I've read her books seen every interview she's so incredible she deserves NOTHING but peace and happiness in this life.

[@kayleenikole7575]

Same here.

[@phantomwaltz]

She is so articulate.

[@nikkitellechea7977]

her strength is almost inconceivable .. she is so admirable and so inspirational, I wish nothing but happiness and endless love for lily rose.

[@kkkkatieh3367]

after everything that monster did to this lady, she wins, she prevails. What a sweetiepie. Be happy always Lily!

[@Garrett94]

They let child predators off so easy every time. Most of them don’t even get jail time for things like this. It’s so sickening. He should have got the death penalty

[@SunayanaSB1998]

@@Garrett94 that guy got life imprisonment and you know what within one month of imprisonment he couldn't bear with the circumstances he was in and committed suicide. The tables turned after a decade

[@Noneya2023]

Megan Kelly lacks finesse. She's too eager & ends up coming off insincere. I think she does care, but her "public celebrity face" looks like she's not listening to Miss Knight, rather formulating her next question. 😕

[@qt_stacy]

Just Browsing true. Before she formulates her next question she needed to give her emotional reaction to her answers... “like oh that sounds devastating..” “oh that’s amazing“ then asking a question lol.

[@janegreer238]

"Pieces of my life came together to make my name" "Your son was only..." Like really? Totally agree she seems insincere

[@arnoromeo]

Exactly

[@saaros]

sadly shows like these are really fast paced and have very short segments, so rather than Megan being unable to empathize, they're very short on time.

[@JudyCerda]

I noticed that too. I do interviewing and emceeing myself where I ask questions of film makers and adoption agencies. I'll have to make sure I listen carefully and react too before the next question. It was educational for me to notice this.

[@sianbelleful]

Why is Michelle always interviewed on her own but Amanda and Gina are interviewed and photographed together?

[@evemii]

I think Michelle still struggles with the psychological conditioning, in an other older interview you can tell by the way she talks she heavily envies how the others were treated. Though they were all treated horribly Michelle definitely was beaten and messed up the worse, he didn’t favour how she looked so she was his punching bag basically. I think she still struggles with feeling inferior to them and doesn’t want to be around them much.

[@Maarisool]

I read somewhere that Michelle helped castro be rude to the girls

[@heartofglass7235]

Interesting that they all 3 went thru the same thing and it ended up 2 vs 1.

[@matthuffman4730]

@@Maarisool I don’t think so Amanda was his prize he didn’t like this girl much she was his punching bag

[@Asmrwithnae2]

Like Ariel didn't like Michelle as much as he liked the other two because like he got Amanda pregnant and he let her keep the baby . But he also got Michelle pregnant but he made her miscarriage by starving her and hitting her in the stomach. Maybe he favored the other 2 because they was younger than Michelle idk but it still wasn't right .

[@ariablack6221]

she is a hero and i hope her son knows this

[@OpenYourMindPodcast]

This poor thing has been through the worst in life for decades. Im happy to hear her intelligence and huge heart.

[@jessicaponticello8937]

This girl is such an inspiration. I hope she was able to see and have a relationship with her son after all this. All she wanted was her son and rightfully so! The horror of what she’s been through is unspeakable! She’s a beautiful amazing human being and I hope she has all the wonderful things life has to offer !

[@MLaker221]

I love Michelle updates and clicked this immediately. If you're reading this, know that I think of you every time I hear Firework on the radio and think about how you connected to your true self. So glad you've found joy. :)

[@ema9367]

she is so strong. I could NEVER be this strong enough 🤯.

[@jeffalbillar7625]

Don't sell yourself short.

[@ema9367]

@@jeffalbillar7625 What do you mean? a year late lol

[@jeffalbillar7625]

@@ema9367 you said that you could never be as strong as she,and I said not to sell yourself short.

[@zach4627]

I don’t think she plans on being abducted dude.

[@jeffalbillar7625]

@@zach4627 what does that have to do with any part of the conversation? Dude

[@michellsteyn4342]

Just think she went through so much; and she came out at an age that most people's lives were on course and she had to start over with almost no support. Such an inspiration.

[@fromisnt_9]

shes so strong:( literally got tears in my eyes

[@sonias9960]

That is a true example of resilience I pray to god to keep her happy and healthy. Something she truly deserves always. Take care Lily and enjoy your new identity and life! Bless your brave heart

[@michaelstrahan2.0]

Thank you for this follow up. I read her book. No human should ever have to endure what she did. It's nice to see her coming through it all and happy.

[@happygolucky7458]

Michael Patrick Strahan I read her book and Gina and Amanda’s book in one long painful night. I had a headache the next day from crying so hard. I am so happy too, that they are thriving. They have survived the unimaginable

[@michaelstrahan2.0]

Happy Go Lucky I haven’t read Gina and Amanda’s book. It’s on my to-do list.

[@lolly5453]

What a sweetheart, yet so strong and determined. Faced relentless trauma and abuse, with an unbreakable spirit. Despite an abusive childhood and then eleven years of absolute torture at the hands of her captor, she has somehow still blossomed into this sweet, amazing, intelligent woman. She has come through it all and hasn’t allowed it to ruin her. I have no idea how she survived everything she’s endured but I have 100% admiration for this girl. She truly is the epitome of strength. 🌸💞🙏🏼

[@kristieingram2039]

Too bad this coward hung himself ! I was hoping for years of extreme suffering for him !! Thank you Jesus for delivering these young girls from evil !

[@hereticlife2546]

Kristie Ingram why wouldn’t “Jesus” just not let it happen?

[@kristieingram2039]

Heretic Life ?? let what happen if you don't mind me asking ?

[@hereticlife2546]

Not have it happen to them in the first place. It was basically rhetorical. I’ve heard all the ridiculous reasons your “lord” allows terrible things to happen to innocent people. But really What do you expect from the genocidal, megalomaniacal, vindictive God of Abraham

[@kristieingram2039]

We have to understand that God or Jesus is not causing our plights... We are doing it to ourselves through our own sins... We have a choice to do right or wrong , God does not do it for us ( FREE WILL ) We turned away from God's word , God's teachings , that is all on us... Do not blame God for what we have done and if we want to save this world and the horrors in it then believe in God and our Savior Jesus Christ that they will deliver us from evil... REMEMBER , EVIL CANNOT SURVIVE IF THERE IS NO SIN AND THE LESS SIN THE LESS EVIL !! I have had my share of ups and downs but I have never blamed God for them .... I don't like suffering of children or animals but they are actually suffering our sins !

[@Micki3JamesFan]

@@hereticlife2546 Let people have the religions they want to have and go on about your life. You're not going to deter Christians from believing in God. Let it go.

[@KariAaraas100]

I remember that case so well.It's so sick!! What a strong, beautiful woman

[@vampiraJ]

Hey Beverly if your body is a temple, why not have decorations?

[@WeatherBarroon2]

Why do you care, Beverly? I can imagine if someone made a stereotylpe about you, you wouldn't like it very much.

[@tammi67able]

Kari Boersheim too sick

[@happygolucky7458]

Beverly Huttinger It is adorning your body. Why do you care what other people do with their bodies anyway? Btw, I’m black and I have tattoos...

[@samn2695]

She is so so strong because of everything she has gotten through but also to be able to talk about what happened publicly. I was abused my entire life and I can’t even go to therapy because I can’t bring myself to speak about what happened so the fact that she is able to go on tv and talk about it jaw dropping. She is the strongest women, her and the other 2 women.

[@ashleysalazar2012]

I'm sorry. I hope you are on your way to healing.

[@Melll5]

I pray she is able to at least be blessed with 1 child 🙏🏼 She deserves it

[@kathconserv]

Mel does she want a child?

[@robertpreston6112]

What up with you is Robin Williams

[@robertpreston6112]

How you doing is Robin's real

[@babydoll5052]

Even now Michelle is showing so must strength by putting her son's feelings before her own. She would prefer to let her son be happy by not disturbing him with his adopted family. Although she can no longer have children, because of all of the abuse she suffered while in that house; she was Blessed with a son prior to being kidnapped, and I do believe that she will be reunited with him soon!

[@Kittyxandra19]

Her son is already an adult. Why are his parents treating him like a baby that can't understand?

[@eileen4991]

I agree. How could they not allow her to see him?

[@marcnadeau4657]

Mind your business, life is very complex...When you go through that, then speak...until then, shut up you biatch!

[@Kittyxandra19]

marc nadeau your stupidity is showing lol

[@Amy-fg6in]

marc nadeau You're the one who doesn't sound very intelligent. I'd get off of KZbin and pick up a book or two.

[@liz2880]

Yup, it should at least be his decision. They were probably under the impression that she abandoned or forgot about him by choice which was not the case... they’re probably scared that he’ll go get to know her and they’ll lose time with him

[@nunyadambisness1675]

I wouldn’t have asked about her fertility. 🤦🏽‍♀️

[@sarahh367]

How anyone that has her child not let her see that child ..wow..now I do thank God she at least knows he is ok..She needs to be abke to hug his neck..We as America are so proud of Lilly !!

[@ronicurran7476]

SARAH HANSON i

[@irishroc5296]

Lilly Formely Known As Michelle Suffered So much She Is Truly Blessed and a Blessing what A Strong Woman ❤

[@tenamarief]

She is incredible. God bless her.

[@vampiraJ]

She’s so lovely. Bless her, Amanda, and Gina on their journeys.

[@carolbrooks409]

J Meee j

[@Unicorniosymonstruos]

Wow this woman is so inspirational. I'm tearing up. I hope her husband treats her well. She deserves only happiness.

[@lesliehardin7963]

What a wonderful human being.

[@happygolucky7458]

Beverly Huttinger Huh?? People of all races have tattoos. I think Lilly’s tattoos are beautiful, like her. She’s really so beautiful to me

[@crystalh649]

+Beverly Huttinger wow I cant even believe the comment u made about her tattoos. So what that she has them maybe its a part of her healing process. Tattoos dont define who u are. N its not a bad thing to do, so shame on you for posting this comment

[@burntpieceoftoast4148]

@Beverly Huttinger The only person stereotyping is you. Public opinion and acceptance of tattoos has hugely shifted in the last...I dunno...maybe 50 years or so. You can be as prejudiced as you want, obviously, but fewer and fewer people are agreeing with you. Keep up the blind hatred, I'm sure it serves you well.

[@judithsaffield3556]

She is amazing. She is loved by so many people now. Lots of moms wanted to be her mom. To tell her she is safe now and loved and everything is going to be okay.

[@marium9]

I pray to God to bless you with as many children you desire 💞 sending you so much love Lily, you’re a hero.

[@shinedivine9796]

This has left me sobbing in awe and admiration for this young women’s strength, will and perseverance. If I ever saw her I’d ask for a hug.

[@laceythorne5130]

What an amazing & strong woman. It's incredible her outlook & perseverance in life after the horrendous torture she went through. She's absolutely beautiful inside and out, and has made an impact on so many women. Teaching us that no matter the abuse we may have endured we will overcome and come back with vigilance! Thank you Lilly. You're an inspiration to all of us. 💗

[@alejandrazaragoza7225]

She is such a strong women 💪🏽❤️watching the movie yesterday made me cry so much😭 I felt bad for all of them but Michelle had it the worst :( I hope her life is full of joy👌🏽

[@supercool540]

What's the name of the movie.

[@tarasydnor5624]

Cleveland Abduction I believe. I cried like a baby😭😭😭

[@Paulina0o0]

Im really glad that they keep giving updates on these 3 very strong and very beautiful survivors it makes me happy to hear that they are slowly recovering from such a traumatizing expirience!

[@potter6196]

I feel so sorry for this girl, her family just forgot her.

[@mandimogridge3476]

Wow this lady is truly amazing, all she has been through and still remains so graceful and unselfish. I pray god blesses her with a child and rekindles her relationship with her son. If anyone deserves the best it’s definitely her 😘.

[@LaMammaDiva]

I never cried and cried until i heard her story. What a strong women

[@krissy012p]

God bless her. Wow. What incredible strength and I love how she is using her suffering to help others - what a powerful story.

[@kalilampshire1016]

Oh my god, bless her heart. She’s the sweetest ever. Poor baby

[@_clarabenito]

She is so brave, a true inspiration ❤️

[@StayBeYOUtiful16]

ah she always brings me to tears. What a strong soul and beautiful spirit. I am glad she did a follow up and is happily married. Hope she is blessed enough to have another baby.

[@p.richardson6680]

I hope not

[@johnnyrats7083]

+Chestnutty Morris I hope you can't have kids either

[@Matt00740]

So well spoken and smart

[@p.richardson6680]

lol

[@tammi67able]

matt & LDN true

[@holiday-td6hx]

I'm sorry...but I don't think her IQ is that high....I could be wrong, but I think Lilly Rose Lee has a somewhat low IQ

[@nyla-amarasmit8117]

holiday 2406 thank you I was reading this and i was like what t... 😨😨😂😂😂 She is def mentally not stable nor is she smart at all. Its absolute horror what she endured but many have said she switches stories. Lies even. The other 2 girls didnt want her around and even contradicted some statements .. So yeah... Also i think its different what she says about her fam.and son that the actual truth but for that i have no evidence just my feeling and impression.

[@lauralauristan7677]

holiday 2406 and, why does that matter? Being smart has nothing to do with having a high IQ. Look how far she has come by herself. Look at what she’s achieved.

[@fanmar8723]

I love this lady. I am so happy to know that she is well. I feel like hugging her. She is so strong and full of life. I hope she was able to meet her son. She is a beautiful person.

[@RobbiLee100]

Lily is so incredible, I think she's a great person. I read her first book and I was inspired by how art and writing helped her a great deal through struggles.

[@lillallelillalle]

Such a strong woman ❤️❤️

[@bambinomatubatuba9308]

A true definition of still I rise ♥️ I'm crying. My heart is so sore imagine going through all of that and still be so positive. I love Lilly

[@kohnyisland6160]

Aw. I would love to carry a baby for her. I’m also in Ohio.

[@avigailbc1]

Hannah Kohn Wow you’re in angel! ❤️

[@kohnyisland6160]

Abby Bfree I just know what it means to be a mother and if I could help someone achieve that, I’d love to. :)

[@avigailbc1]

Hannah Kohn God bless you! ❤️

[@zuliettearencibia6615]

Hannah Kohn So would I.

[@bea6564]

@silva geko oh please.

[@Ammiisa]

Unbelieveable what a person can go through in life and survive it alive, mentally and psychically. I really hope bright and happy future for this woman!

[@caroldriehorst1165]

What a sweetie, so strong willed. She's been through so much. She deserves the best , may you have many blessings in your life.

[@antoniafaheerty6980]

I love how she renamed herself.. You go girl... Those people who are ur "family" who gave you a name don't deserve you. You are reborn Lilly. I hope one day you get to meet your son. It will happen. One day. You are an inspiration.

[@mariav.9264]

She’s so beautiful, such an inspiration, I really hope the best for her, I hope she becomes happy for the rest of her days. Bless your soul ❤️

[@exabiotakundwa4965]

Michelle stay strong 💪 just don’t crack you are a super hero ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@zzzroxyzzz]

to this day I'd love to have a friend like her. she's an amazing role model, just a light, I'd be lucky to have a friend like that.

[@mellidunlap7932]

Her strength is so inspiring. I hope one day she can be reunited with her son.

[@nicoleangel4383]

Unbelievable what this woman went through! I just can't even imagine. She's so strong and incredible! God Bless her!

[@sarashepard7504]

This poor poor women. She is so strong and beautiful. My heart hurts for all she went through. Stay strong Michelle.

[@thesightseer]

Look yourself in the mirror and say, I'm proud of you! I'm so proud of you ,beautiful! Keep praying and keep the faith. 🙏 Virtual hugs from the Philippines.❤❤❤

[@sophiawishes3208]

This shatters my heart, she is so strong.

[@najmaralls5164]

What a beautiful soul!!! It breaks my heart what she went through and I was sad to hear the family that adopted her son didn’t want her to connect with him after she let them keep him. He was the reason she survived 😢

[@sandeeplgupta]

More power to you Lily Rose.. you define the strength, the real “STRENGTH”.. God bless you..

[@MM-eo2kj]

I love you michele knight i heard about your story yesterday u made my tears come down actually u made me cry a lot god bless u im ur family from so far away and will always be

[@azerty3557]

When she said that the doctors told her that she would never be able to be pregnant again I literally broke into tears like WHYYYY life should be that hard nd that unfair for her she is a very nice person I LOVE U SO MUCH MICHELLE M FROM MOROCCO ND I LOVE YOUUU❤️❤️❤️😍😍

[@azerty3557]

@Dαɾk Kíss i know he is worse than a devil

[@drk7031]

She’s the one I feel for the most .Shes gone through so much and wasn’t searched for like the other two girls . The fact he hurt her damaged her so she could miscarry is unbelievably horrible . I want to read her book she’s very resilient

[@wowso4]

I’m so happy for this beautiful lady, so glad after everything she went through she’s still willing to help others in her case. God bless her

[@weepingwillows21]

I don't know how she does it. I really, honestly don't. Such great strength, such great power. I so admire you, Lily. I look up to you. You're so strong, and I look at you and I know not to take even a single thing for granted.