This is what makes me sad the most. [3] Costas attended Miramonte High School and was a member of the school's varsity swim team and the cheerleading squad. If anyone was pushed to the brink, it was Kirsten, but instead of reacting violently, she fled from Bernadettes car. Its sad, but when all is said and done its not worth it. Lisa I totally agree. Not true, analyzes yourself if they were snobs to you, probably embarrassed yourself by trying to hard to be accepted, or you were a troublemaker and a bully yourself. Her parents were wealthy. Joe Kosla, where are you? Bernadette then stalked Kirsten all the way to her house, ambushed her from behind with a 15/18 inch knife, inflicted Kirsten with two two foot wounds down her back and continued to stab Kirsten when she was suffering on the ground with her wounds. I think NOT! Yes its ok to talk, but run it into the ground, it gets old after awhile. Kirsten had a lot to look forward to. Its about time on other sites told all about Kirsten and how much fun loving she was. The guys did reject her, and that insensed her inferiorityand self esteem. Well 1st off Kirstens home on Orchard Rd was nice, but no Mansion like the Movie portrays a nice Ranchstyle home. She just didnt think at the time and it cost a lot of people lots of problems. I wasnt in the Popular, but those girls still talked to me and was friendly with me. [9], In 1994, the story was made into a television movie entitled A Friend to Die For (also known as Death of a Cheerleader), with Tori Spelling as Stacy Lockwood, a character based on Kirsten Costas and Kellie Martin as Angela Delvecchio, a character based on Bernadette Protti. Was Kirsten a smart aleck , dont know but tell me a teen girl who isnt! The day after the murder in June 1984, rumors had already spread at the tennis courts, down oak-shaded lanes and at poolside. Bernadette protti longed to be popular and she decided to kill an innocent person just because she couldnt have things get way.thats sad. An example that shows that Bernadette didnt have respect for Kirstens family and shows how detached Bernadette was from killing Kirsten was that she appeared to have no inhibitions about attending Kirstens funeral. Can you give examples of Kirsten bullying Bernadette? By education I mean an all-round drawing out of the best in the child and man; body, mind and spirit. ~ Mahatma Gandhi. As I wrote to you in a previous comment, if anyone was pushed to the brink, it was Kirsten, but instead of reacting violently like Bernadette did, she ran from Bernadettes car. How is obsessing over this going to solve the problem? To much pressure is put on us, but we dont murder because of it. I think Kirsten probably threatened to tell everybody their bizarre conversation in the car that night. Kirsten was a true Social Butterfly, always joking with others, talking with others, We werent friends but I liked Kirsten and all those girls. Protti was sentenced to a maximum of nine years, but was released seven years later in 1992 on parole at the age of 23. Maybe they were all misunderstood. This type of case just proves what can happen when bullies go too far. Joe she must of liked your Sister. You took the life away from this poor girl and her family. How do you know she was a mean girl? Very, very mean. Mira note ran a lot of girls out from what I read. Most teen girls are snippy, Im sure you girls who had a bad experience were to, in fact one she was worse than anyone she was a (bully) and when the tables turned on her she couldnt deal with it and left Miramonte. I feel sorry for Bernadette. Kirsten is forever missed. No more Bernadette has a point. But most important to Kirsten was becoming a cheerleader. The case is ancient history so why is it constantly being rehashed over and over. Asking a butt of yourself getting it. So if your child were bully someone they deserve to die ? Look inwards and think with consideration before you speak. American filmmaker James Benning covered the aftermath of the murder in his 1987 documentary Landscape Suicide. In 1994, the story was made into a television movie entitled A Friend to Die For (also known as Death of a Cheerleader), with Tori Spelling as Stacy Lockwood, a character based on Kirsten Costas and Kellie Martin as Angela Delvecchio, a character based on Bernadette Protti. The girl that stole her life from her shouldve never been released from prison. A sane or fragile person would not have been able to endure being confronted with so much pain that they were responsible for, yet Bernadette could and did. Most Cheerleaders are friendly, but kind of Stuck up as well, and picky about thier friends. Shes on the East Coast last I heard, I hear shes fine health wise, and some say she wasnt feeling well awhile back, not sure why, shes mellowed out a lot through the years. I think Bernadette was a lesbian thats why she felt she couldnt have Kirsten tell everyone that she fancied her. If it hadnt have been for Bernadettes confession, this case probably would remain unsolved. Honestly teens do deserve another chance at something eventually. [citation needed], The Costas family left Orinda and moved to Hawaii in 1986.[8]. Im not sure about that case, but Kirsten I cant picture her being a bully, yes telling how she felt, that she did well. People who are spouting off on Kirsten are either Rejects, or friends or family of (Bernadette). YOU NEED TO LEAVE BERNADETTE TO GOD, AND YOUR NOT HIM. Room 2160 400NIB. We all moved on, every time we rehash this, it just brings up the past to that very day. And she killed her because she was jealous and that she would have been humiliuated if Kirsten told people at school that she was admiring her. I hear a lot of them still get together on Occasions, and others have moved on. Bernadette admitted to many friends she craved the wealthy life, and hated that her own parents (whom I feel sorry for) were so old. The dinner took place at the schools cafeteria. Killing her just because you were jealous? Dont let this Corona Virus stop you? [4], On June 23, 1984, Costas was lured with a phony invitation to a dinner for the Bob-o-Links, a sorority-like group at school. She is unstable and who knows what she will do. Arnold saw a flash from a metal blade about one-and-a-half feet long. Kirsten, and D and Ms Stuff were the Life of a Party. They were always so nice to all of us (Kirstens friends) and I have fond memories of them, enjoyed thier home, nice home, and BTW Kirstens house wasnt any Mansion, it was beautiful Ranch home with a nice back yard, and Bernadettes house was just as nice as Kirstens if not nicer. Rupaul She dared to say she could not commit suicide because her religion would not allow it, but did not take into consideration the life of Kirstens! Just saw the new Lifetime movie Death of a Cheerleader. Nurturers dont kill people. Kirsten was just like any other girl who had to go to that snobby school. She was always listening to music, making phone calls, dancing. There is no need to BULLY someone who is poor which is what Kristen did!!! Bernadette lived in a wealthier area than Kirsten. i dont want to hear poor bernadette was bullied no she had mental issues. Bernadette chased her. Whats wrong with you? And back then Bernadette was never going to admit that. Bernadette will loose it again if she lost it once. Kirsten loved playing Nancy Drew, she and her friends were crazy, I would tell them, I got to put up with you guys today. No I would never kill someone from being bullied but I totally understand some people who do. Her main concern when being caught was people finding out who she was, and people hating her rather then easing the pain of the parents who obviously would never be the same considering they buried their own child (who had not had a chance to live, and have life beyond her own) before they buried themselves! I liked Nancy Kane, she got tired of having to be something she wasnt, they looked down on her well. Esp one 86 girl who thought she was just on top of the world. Theyre not up with Morbid fascinations due to all the stuff that is going on Worldwide today. I hear she isnt a nurse any longer and just stays home mostly. She was Bubbly and Gregarious, loved to have a great time. In USA is more important to be popular, not smart, no matter how you treat others you become popular just because you say some joke or anything else to molest the person. The profesors are going home and the parents are at work all day and dont have a time for kids, so what do you expect from society like that. She's got a crafty slowball, a nasty right hook, and a . Youll notice that there are no pictures of Kirsten as a cheerleader. She deserves it. Things were never the same after all that, it was a horrible experience, one good friend was dead and another friend was her killer, it was to much for us to take in and swallow. She just got irritated cause Bernadette lied to her and lured her out under false Circumstances, Id be annoyed and Angry to. I think you take things way to personal like Bernadette did, I believe MissKiwi Bernadette took things so serious that it became serious and a fatal obsession. She looked like a nice person that had a good life ahead of her. I heard Kirsten was self absorbed, but no bully. Were you bullied and had to defend yourself and going by that with Bernadette? Same for Bernadette, but she had to make this choice that will change her life. Shes still a Murderer and will never be anything but, as long as shes Alive, I wont forgive her for it, and neither will Kirstens family and friends. I cant assimilate anyone on the appearance to defend a so-called bullying. She felt it was even worse than having killed someone which is ridiculous and sad but thereve been a few cases like this.. Its thought to be the reason why Skylar Neese was really killed though her two best friends who killed her claimed they just didnt like her any more (again doesnt make sense) and there was evidence that Skylar had seen her two friends making out. Tony's sister, Angela Delvecchio, is also quite an awesome player in these games. She didnt have enemies,(that were known), just a fallout with Nancy. They are Cat Mean. I just heard that Kirsten was full of energy and life. Defining Feature: Klutzy, younger sister of Tony who is also an Italian mobster stereotype. That didnt happen that way. I know there were problems beteewn she and Nancy Kane, and that other blamed girl. Thats my belief. I suffer from PTSD. Some thought Bernadette was Stuck up, there were a few that thought she was to. Movie portrayed Kirsten as a Snotty girl, when really she was just down to Earth and Vivacious and fun Loving. Kelly wrong there Kirsten didnt deserve to be murder she was innocent teenager who happened to a crazy obsessed girl wanting to be her and there no evidence of Kirsten being a bully, Kelly maybe you should read the comment you just left. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Kirsten didnt really Bully Bernadette, some of the other girls there did Bully her a little. The future is right around the corner, its a waste to go after someone cause the law didnt do their job. We should educate our children, our minds and our souls. She was Strange to. I saw the film Death of a Cheerleader this January, 2021. You seem to have the mentality of a child. Cheerleading, her friend Jessica Grant explains, is taken really seriously. Before trying out, applicants write essays explaining what they could add to the school. Bunch of Bernadettes lurking around everywhere. I cant tell you if every single one of them get together, I know lots do. Youre no better than Bernadette haters as well. Bernadette her family says she is suffering from Depression maybe karma collecting. Finally, as an aside, I think some people need to learn the difference between fiction and reality. Being disgusted with a murderer and defending a murder victim? [3] Protti passed a lie-detector test, but her alibi went unverified. Paris Mahone, did you even know Kirsten? This Virus is killing all the World over, esp. She was friendly, but kind of Arrogant as well. She killed her cause she was afraid Kirsten would target her as a Weirdo now shes labeled as a MURDERER There have been a couple people in my youth that I thought were extremely mean to me. [3] At the Costas home, Arnold, sitting in his car, saw Protti attack Costas. Bernadette was homely; Kirsten was pretty. Nancy and Joanna? I even was smart alecky as a teen, its just something that takes over your mind and body. Bernadette was sweet, cant imagine her even capable of something like Murder, but she was. There were girls she didnt like, either she liked you or she didnt, no in between. Bernadette was kind to. I believe she kept crying and begging for her friendship and it weirded Kirsten out. You clearly are basing your opinions on a movie a fictional depiction. The bullying, the lies, the jealousy and competition is so toxic and they will murder your soul. I was a 1985 highschool graduate.i had skipped a grade so my classmates were more mature physically and socially. Gripping, sad, and just plain scary, A Friend to Die For premiered in September and was the highest-rated TV movie of 1994 (10 years after the actual murder.) Was Bernadette fragile when she watched as two innocent girls were accused of Kirstens murder by the Orinda community? Kirsten wont grow out of hers, Bernadette took that chance from her. Actress: Rocky Mountain Oysters. LP was a lot like Kirsten. Kirsten and Bernadette were both friendly and nice girls. Dee I dont agree with you, so Kirsten and them had you on a project assignment and they didnt include you in the circle, you ever thought maybe you gave signals you dont belong, or why didnt you ask them to allow you, people cant read minds. Those girls arent that way as I said, they still get together on Occasion and all and are fine Adult Women. We get it now, we already got it. You knew both girls? Its possible its someone pretending to know Kirsten. Cant see her making fun of anyone. Missy was Described as a Bully and Very Mean also. She and her BFF were both Odd. I never saw her actually bully and some said they cant picture Kirsten ever being unkind Kirsten was loved by many very many. Its not about them, its all about Kirsten who,was,robbed of her life, and robbed from her family. Also, Im flattered by the attention you gave me on the blog. Well said Sarah. 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. I dont understand what is wrong with people. I highly doubt I would like you either. God would want you to forgive, Kirsten would as well. Angela Delvecchio : Monica, just let it go. You get on here and write comments all day long, repeating yourself over and over and over again. Lifetime produced an updated version starring Aubrey Peeples and Sarah Dugdale, with an adult Kellie Martin playing Agent Murray, the police detective who cracks the case. Obviously we didnt know B was the killer. Kirsten didnt like people who acted (Dumb) or got into trouble and cause trouble. Though mortally wounded, she ran to Arthur Hillmans house across the street for help. Thats how she probably got associated with not liking people who didnt fit in. The real death of a cheerleader story (1985) Her killer, whom Arnold and other witnesses later described as a round-faced blonde wearing a yellow shirt and faded red sweatpants, sped away in the Pinto. All teen gals are (snotty) for the most part, but grow out of it. Even if Kirsten was a Snot, she would of grown out of it long before now. WOW MIRANDA, IT SOUNDS LIKE YOU MIGHT HAVE A TRIGGER TOO. I was informed Kirsten was highly popularand a Cheerleader and cheerful, even if she was a bully no right for her to be savagely Murdered. Youre going off the crappy movie. As I also wrote to you in a previous comment, judging from your malicious, reprehensible comments and utter ignorance and delusion, your moral fiber is rotten to the core, and I pity any child subjected to your skewed guidance as their moral fiber will no doubt succumb to decay. View the profiles of professionals named "Angela Delvecchio" on LinkedIn. I was the daughter of a single mom who was a teacher. I heard Bernadette was Snobbish also as well. I wasnt crazy about Kirsten Carrie, Christine and the rest, I knew how So Mats Bernadette was Sweet. It wont bring Kirsten back. She liked mostly everybody. Amen Shelly. No, it is about love, people. Bernadette chased her, tailgated her home when Alex Arnold took her home, if Bernadette hadnt of bothered her, she wouldnt of bothered Bernadette, she didnt have to like Bern, and she didnt owe Bern a thing. Look inwards and think with consideration before you speak. Bernadette Protti was the one who put an end to the life of Kirsten Marina Costas, an American high school student who was born on July 23, 1968 and died on June 23, 1984. She killed a girl. I so disagree with some of the posters. I dont buy into the lesbian theory. They have also lived in Hanford, CA. So she was a Bully, she is not here to defend herself any longer, so youre the Bully now. Material on this site is provided for education, criticism, commentary, cultural reporting, entertainment, historical reference, and news reporting/analysis. I dont see how Kirsten was worse than any teenage girl. Note: ClickAmericana.com features authentic historical information, and is not intended to represent current best practices on any topic, particularly with regard to health and safety. 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. Nancy I know exactly how you feel. Real class comes from decent human beings who have respect for others. Maybe Snooty, but no Bully. Nothing should move a person to kill another. When Kirsten Costas was found dead, she was a popular and gorgeous cheerleader. Parents sign an agreement to spend $500 to pay for green and white uniforms and cheerleading camp. I read alot om her to. We had our own group, and we didnt really talk much to them, (other than hello) Some of those kids there that were misfits, hate to tell you, some of them werent Angels They dressed rough and acted (Bad) and cussed. Her inadequacies were all created by her and in her own head and she murdered Kirsten as a result. There were more than just Joanna that were singled out at Miramonte, I read other stuff there were quite a few that felt like they werent socially accepted. Like I said, Kirsten was so much fun. Kirstens family and Berns family were both Well off, Bern lived in a Richer part. Bernadette went to private grade school called St. Perpetuas in Lafayette Ca. 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. Was Kirsten and her friends a lot of fun to hang with, and did they party? Just hearsay. I know. [10], The aforementioned film was remade in 2019 as a Lifetime television movie starring Aubrey Peeples as Bridget Moretti and Sarah Dugdale as Kelli Locke, characters based on Protti and Costas, and Kellie Martin, who played Protti in the first television movie, playing the FBI Agent charged to tracking her. Maybe it wasnt a big national story at the time, and was more of a California Bay area story (Im from Illinois).

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