An adopted girl, falsely accused of being a 22-year-old woman, broke down in tears upon discovering her true age.
Natalia Grace is a Ukrainian-born woman.
She became the center of a controversial story after being adopted by an American couple, Kristine and Michael Barnett.
Initially adopted in 2010, Natalia was accused of being a 22-year-old woman pretending to be a child.
This shocking claim led to a complicated legal and personal saga.
Natalia Grace’s early life and adoption became the focus of a controversial story.
The girl was born in Ukraine and has a rare form of dwarfism.
After moving to the United States, she was adopted by the Barnetts, who believed they were giving her a better life.
However, their relationship quickly turned sour.
The Barnetts alleged that Natalia acted as an adult and even accused her of threatening their lives.
They claimed she was an “adult sociopath” masquerading as a child.
In 2013, the couple moved to Canada, leaving Natalia alone in an apartment in Indiana.
This abandonment led to neglect charges against them, but those charges were later dropped.
Throughout this ordeal, Natalia maintained her innocence and denied all accusations made against her.
The girl documented her controversial adoption experience publicly.
In a bid to share her side of the story, Natalia appeared in a documentary titled “The Curious Case of Natalia Grace: Natalia Speaks“.
This series allowed her to express her feelings and experiences for the first time.
She emphasized her desire to know the truth about her age and past, stating, “I want the puzzle to be complete.”
During the documentary, Natalia underwent a series of medical tests to determine her true biological age.
The results shocked many.
Doctor Halland Chen confirmed that she was much younger than the Barnetts had claimed.
According to the tests, Natalia was approximately seven years old at the time of her adoption, not the adult she was accused of being.
Doctor Halland Chen explains: “Based on all the studies and everything being analyzed, you’re more close to 22, which is pretty close to what you think… you’re almost 20. That’s two years.”
Adopted girl breaks down in tears after discovering her real age is actually 22 years old
When Natalia received the news about her real age, she was overwhelmed with emotion.
She stated, “This one little piece of paper throws every single lie that the Barnetts have said right into the trash with a match.”
Natalia added: “This is so big, because literally this has been 13 years. 13 years of just two people lying their butts off.”
This moment was significant for her, as it validated her claims and contradicted the narrative set by her adoptive parents.
With her adoptive father, Antwon Mans, present during the appointment, Natalia broke down in tears.
She expressed her frustration and hurt, saying, “They ruined a kid’s life. They painted me as some big monster when in reality they were the ones.”
Her voice trembled with emotion as she reflected on the years of pain caused by the accusations.
“It just proves that I was not lying about my age. They ignored everything that was pointing to the truth just so they could create this stupid lie.”
Natalia Grace began a new chapter after adoption.
Natalia’s journey has been a difficult one, filled with misunderstandings and accusations.
However, her determination to uncover the truth has been inspiring.
She is now focused on moving forward and finding her place in the world.
The documentary has given her a platform to share her experiences and connect with others who may have faced similar challenges.
As she continues to navigate her life, Natalia is committed to living authentically.
She wants to ensure that her story is heard and understood, not just as a tale of controversy but as a testament to resilience.
Her experience sheds light on the complexities of adoption and the importance of recognizing individual truths.