Gypsy Rose Blanchard, the woman who made headlines for orchestrating the murder of her mother, Clauddine “Dee Dee” Blanchard, has been released from prison after serving a 10-year sentence. Gypsy, now 32 years old, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in connection with the stabbing death of her mother in 2015. The case gained widespread attention due to the harrowing abuse Gypsy endured throughout her childhood.

As a child, Gypsy was forced by her mother to pretend she had various medical conditions, including leukemia and muscular dystrophy. Her mother, who suffered from Munchhausen by proxy syndrome, a psychological disorder where parents seek attention through their child's illnesses, presented Gypsy to the world as terminally ill and with the mental capacity of a 7-year-old. Gypsy was confined to a wheelchair and forced to use a feeding tube, despite being perfectly healthy.

The truth about Gypsy's situation only came to light after her then-boyfriend, Nicholas Godejohn, stabbed Dee Dee to death in their Missouri home. Godejohn claimed that he killed Dee Dee at Gypsy's request and with a knife provided by her. He was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison plus 25 years.

During her time in prison, Gypsy found solace in the music of Taylor Swift, whom she credits with helping her overcome her difficult circumstances. She spent years listening to Swift's discography and used the money her father sent her to buy each of Swift's 10 albums. Gypsy is now determined to meet her idol and plans to attend a Kansas City Chiefs game, where Swift's boyfriend, Travis Kelce, will be playing. If that plan doesn't work out, Gypsy also hopes to attend one of Swift's concerts next fall.

Gypsy's release has sparked interest and controversy. Her story inspired the HBO documentary "Mommy Dead and Dearest" and the Hulu scripted series "The Act." She has also written a book about her life titled "Released: Conversations on the Eve of Freedom," which is set to be published next month.

Gypsy's release comes after she was granted parole in September, nearly three years ahead of schedule. She was seen leaving the prison in a casual blue and white long-sleeve top and jeans, accompanied by her husband, Ryan Anderson. The conditions of her parole are not public record, but there is a possibility that she may be allowed to travel out of state.

Despite the abuse she suffered and the crimes she committed, Gypsy's story raises important questions about the nature of abuse and the impact it can have on individuals. Her case serves as a reminder of the importance of recognizing and addressing psychological disorders that can lead to such tragic outcomes.