Netflix recently announced that it would be developing a true-crime documentary series about the disappearance of Madeleine McCann. Over a decade ago - on May 3, 2007 - the 3-year-old girl suddenly disappeared from the apartment her family was staying in while on vacation in Praia da Luz, Portugal. The tragic incident received global attention. Though several leads and theories emerged, the case remains unsolved. Netflix will likely present new findings and revealing interviews with its documentary series, but if you're not familiar with the story at all, here's an overview of the facts you need to know. RelatedThe Details of JonBenét Ramsey's Death Are Just as Chilling as They Were in 1996 The Trip On April 28, 2007, Kate and Gerry McCann left the UK with their daughter Madeleine and 2-year-old twins. In Praia da Luz, the family was staying at a ground-floor apartment located in a large resort they found through a travel agency.
- 10/18/2017
- by Kelsey Garcia
- Popsugar.com
Amanda Scott couldn’t imagine getting married without her grandmother, Mary Smith, by her side — so she asked the 92-year-old to be in her bridal party.
“It might be a bit untraditional, but Granny is my best friend!” Scott, 24, tells People. “She’s the closest person to me and the person I spend the most time with, so my wedding wouldn’t have been complete without her as a bridesmaid.”
Scott thought her grandmother, who wore a beautiful white eyelet blouse, jean skirt and cowboy boots for the occasion, looked “absolutely stunning.”
“She was so perfect,” says Scott, who tied...
“It might be a bit untraditional, but Granny is my best friend!” Scott, 24, tells People. “She’s the closest person to me and the person I spend the most time with, so my wedding wouldn’t have been complete without her as a bridesmaid.”
Scott thought her grandmother, who wore a beautiful white eyelet blouse, jean skirt and cowboy boots for the occasion, looked “absolutely stunning.”
“She was so perfect,” says Scott, who tied...
- 2/23/2017
- by Rose Minutaglio
- PEOPLE.com
Grab the tissues! Two women who considered themselves mother and daughter for decades finally made it official on Tuesday, June 9. Muriel Clayton, 92, adopted Mary Smith, 76, in a Dallas courthouse — and the tears were flowing! According to the Today show, Clayton and Smith are actually cousins. Smith's father died of a heart attack and her mother suffered from a mental illness, which left Clayton as Smith's parent figure. "She always fit in beautifully," Clayton told Today. "She was always my child and everybody knew that. [...]...
- 6/11/2015
- Us Weekly
Bob Thomas, the tireless, longtime Associated Press reporter who kept the world informed on the comings and goings of Hollywood's biggest stars, from Clark Gable to Tom Cruise, died Friday. He was 92. Thomas died of age-related illnesses at his Encino, Calif., home, his daughter Janet Thomas said. A room filled with his interview subjects would have made for the most glittering of ceremonies: Elizabeth Taylor and Marilyn Monroe, Katharine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy, Groucho Marx and Marlon Brando, Walt Disney and Fred Astaire. He interviewed rising stars (James Dean), middle-aged legends (Humphrey Bogart, Jack Nicholson) and elder institutions (Bob Hope...
- 3/14/2014
- by Associated Press
- PEOPLE.com
American Idol doesn’t get everything right all the time, but let’s give the lumbering old beast a round of applause — or as J.Lo likes to call it, a standing ovation — for trimming back the Season 12 auditions to a succinct, three-week affair.
If I’m being completely honest, the sometimes uninspiring Golden Ticket recipients from tonight’s two-city, two-hour extravaganza had me wondering if maybe Nigel Lythgoe & Co. should’ve considered additional cuts. But ultimately, the episode was not without its charms: “The great Randy Jackson” ridiculing Shubha Vedula’s name in front of a national TV audience...
If I’m being completely honest, the sometimes uninspiring Golden Ticket recipients from tonight’s two-city, two-hour extravaganza had me wondering if maybe Nigel Lythgoe & Co. should’ve considered additional cuts. But ultimately, the episode was not without its charms: “The great Randy Jackson” ridiculing Shubha Vedula’s name in front of a national TV audience...
- 1/31/2013
- by Michael Slezak
- TVLine.com
Torrey Smith's family is incredibly proud of the way the NFL star played in last night's Ravens vs. Patriots game ... telling TMZ, his performance was the ultimate tribute to his younger brother, who died just hours before Torrey took the field. We spoke with Torrey's grandmother, Mary Smith, who tells us Torrey called her to let her know he would be playing and dedicating the game to his 19-year-old brother Tevin Jones who passed away...
- 9/24/2012
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Note: Do not read on if you have not seen Season 2, Episode 25 of ABC Family's "Pretty Little Liars," entitled "unmAsked."
I needed some time to come down from "A" being revealed before writing this recap. I'm half-kidding. I mean, this may not have been as scary as last week's "Pretty Little Liars" -- I don't know, it was something with the dolls -- but there was a lot to digest and a lot of "Psycho" to follow in the Season 2 finale.
And an aside: Since watching the finale, I also learned that Garrett is Paolo from "The Lizzie Maguire Movie." I was shamed by my mom for not realizing this sooner. I'm not at all kidding.
And now, onto the recap:
Breaking news, Rosewood. It's a week after Garrett has been arrested and the newscaster blaring from the Hastings' kitchen explains the police believe he joined the police force...
I needed some time to come down from "A" being revealed before writing this recap. I'm half-kidding. I mean, this may not have been as scary as last week's "Pretty Little Liars" -- I don't know, it was something with the dolls -- but there was a lot to digest and a lot of "Psycho" to follow in the Season 2 finale.
And an aside: Since watching the finale, I also learned that Garrett is Paolo from "The Lizzie Maguire Movie." I was shamed by my mom for not realizing this sooner. I'm not at all kidding.
And now, onto the recap:
Breaking news, Rosewood. It's a week after Garrett has been arrested and the newscaster blaring from the Hastings' kitchen explains the police believe he joined the police force...
- 3/21/2012
- by Jaimie Etkin
- Aol TV.
Short Version: Heavy Rain is an intense title with incredible depth – especially for players who are willing to follow the experience with an open mind.
Game Rant reviews Heavy Rain
It’s been almost four years since Quantic Dream revealed The Casting, an early tech demo that would serve as the foundation for Heavy Rain. Featured at E3 2006, The Casting showcased a highly detailed character model named Mary Smith that allowed for shocking emotional realism as well as fluid interaction with the physical environment.
The demo looked great and carried the viewer through a disturbing, emotional story, that wasn’t afraid to revel in tension as the character’s actions rapidly intensified.
With such a well-conceived foundation, it should be no surprise that the final product, that is to say Heavy Rain the game, is a remarkable experience from beginning to end and could possibly be one of the most thoughtful,...
Game Rant reviews Heavy Rain
It’s been almost four years since Quantic Dream revealed The Casting, an early tech demo that would serve as the foundation for Heavy Rain. Featured at E3 2006, The Casting showcased a highly detailed character model named Mary Smith that allowed for shocking emotional realism as well as fluid interaction with the physical environment.
The demo looked great and carried the viewer through a disturbing, emotional story, that wasn’t afraid to revel in tension as the character’s actions rapidly intensified.
With such a well-conceived foundation, it should be no surprise that the final product, that is to say Heavy Rain the game, is a remarkable experience from beginning to end and could possibly be one of the most thoughtful,...
- 2/25/2010
- by Ben Kendrick
- GameRant
The tiny village of Termonfeckin in County Louth in Ireland is being swamped by Harry Potter fans. Termonfeckin is home to Evanna Lynch, the Irish actress who plays Luna Lovegood in the hit wizard movie. Now, locals say they are being inundated with queries from star-struck fans. "I've lost count of the amount of times someone asks me where Evanna Lynch lives," said local woman Ann Robinson. "There has been a little bit of interest over the past couple of years but this year it has completely exploded," she said. "It's the same everywhere. All these sweet little fans looking to find her." A besotted American fan asked Yahoo Answers "where is Termonfeckin?" saying that they wanted to live "in the hometown of Evanna Lynch." "Every day someone comes in and asks for directions to Luna Lovegood's house," says a clerk at the local gas station. "I don't feel right letting them know,...
- 8/3/2009
- IrishCentral
IMDb.com, Inc. takes no responsibility for the content or accuracy of the above news articles, Tweets, or blog posts. This content is published for the entertainment of our users only. The news articles, Tweets, and blog posts do not represent IMDb's opinions nor can we guarantee that the reporting therein is completely factual. Please visit the source responsible for the item in question to report any concerns you may have regarding content or accuracy.