Shivangi Sinha
During Steven Avery’s time in incarceration, his romantic relationships have often garnered public attention. Among them was his brief yet tumultuous relationship with Lynn Hartman. Their connection began through exchanged letters and ultimately evolved into a romantic one. However, within months, Lynn made allegations that painted a starkly different picture of their relationship. Netflix’s ‘Making a Murderer’ offered glimpses into their interactions and explored whether their relationship impacted Steven’s media portrayal.
Lynn Hartman Felt Like She Knew Steven Avery Before She Had Met Him
In 2016, Lynn Marie Hartman was navigating life after a difficult divorce when her daughter suggested she watch the docuseries about Steven Avery’s life. Deeply moved by his story, Lynn felt a sense of connection and believed Steven had been wrongfully convicted once again. Compelled to reach out, she wrote him a letter and was thrilled when he responded. Their correspondence began in February 2016, and by July 2016, he had ended his engagement with his former partner, Sandy Greenman, for unrelated reasons.
Lynn shared that on September 6, 2016, Steven proposed to her, and she felt he was the man meant to be her partner. Fully convinced of his innocence, she even began making plans for their future together once Steven was released from prison. However, the backlash and trolling she faced were overwhelming. Many people accused her of being interested in Steven’s potential financial compensation from his alleged wrongful conviction, and even Sandy, Steven’s former fiancée, called Lynn a “gold digger.” Soon after their engagement, Lynn appeared on ‘Dr. Phil,’ where she recounted the romance and expressed how deeply in love she was with Steven. She detailed how the two of them had simply cried together the first time they met, and it made her feel connected to him.
Lynn Hartman Later Alleged That Steven Avery Had Been Indecent With Her
Lynn Hartman affectionately referred to Steven Avery as her “teddy bear” and was certain he was the man for her. However, just a month later, in October 2016, she returned to ‘Dr. Phil’ and revealed that their relationship had ended. This time, she made surprising new claims and stated that Steven had always been inappropriate with her and had used offensive names. She alleged that he constantly used sexually provocative language with her, and she had allowed it to go on because he also made her feel special. She admitted that she had initially made excuses for his behavior, thinking that he lacked social etiquette, but with time, she realized things in a different light.
After her appearance on the show, Lynn claimed that Steven became very hostile toward her. She said that she was forced to block his calls and even requested a no-contact order from his correctional facility. She recalled that during her first visit to see him, she asked about the police’s claim that he took three hours to clean his house after the murder. She expected him to deny it, but Steven allegedly responded by admitting that he had taken five hours, not three. Reflecting on their relationship and conversations, Lynn said that she no longer believed in his innocence. In response, Steven accused her of having ulterior motives for appearing on the show and suggested that she was not being truthful.
Lynn Hartman is Leading a Quiet and Peaceful Life Today
Lynn Hartman, once a legal assistant and paralegal with a long and successful career, has since retired. After being thrust into the public eye due to her connection with Steven Avery, she has chosen to keep a low profile and not share much about her personal life. These days, she enjoys spending her time immersed in music, photography, and travel, often exploring the mountains and oceans. She is close to her daughter, Kamilia Woolsey, and has two grandchildren, Scarlet and Carter, who absolutely adore her. With a beloved dog by her side, she has embraced a life of independence, living on her terms and away from public scrutiny.
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