Husband of YouTuber and convicted child abuser Ruby Franke tells his side of the story: 'A nightmare'
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Ruby Franke, a vlogger incarcerated for child abuse, has written letters to her son Chad during her time in prison, though he does not reply. Chad describes the letters as mainly spiritual, expressing discomfort with their content and noting they feel like attempts at manipulation. Kevin Franke, Ruby’s husband, stated that he and their children have also ceased communication with Ruby at his request. Their YouTube channel, once showcasing a wholesome family image, faced backlash for Ruby's controversial parenting methods, culminating in their legal troubles and conviction for abuse.
Chad Franke shared that his mother's letters from prison are spiritual in nature, but he prefers she doesn't communicate that way anymore, as it feels manipulative.
Kevin Franke stated that he requested no communication from Ruby, highlighting the family's complete disconnection from her following her conviction for child abuse.
Chad Franke expressed feeling uncomfortable with his mother's letters, saying they seemed like a continuation of her attempts to mother him from prison.
The Franke family's YouTube channel showcased their seemingly wholesome lifestyle, but concerns about Ruby's severe disciplinary methods caused viewers to raise alarms.
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