Lindsay Clancy from Massachusetts is currently on trial for three counts of first-degree murder. She is accused of strangling her three children—8-month-old Callan, 3-year-old Dawson, and 5-year-old Cora—in January 2023.
Throughout the trial, a considerable number of women have gathered outside the courthouse to voice their support for Clancy, who has reportedly confessed to the killings. Inside the courtroom, some women, including Brittany Romano, a freelance gossip writer based in New York City, secured seats to witness the proceedings.
Romano, known for her past contributions to Glamour and Teen Vogue, was captured on video during the trial. The footage, which quickly gained attention online, shows her grinning, winking, and engaging with the camera in a manner many deemed inappropriate given the serious nature of the trial.
In response to the backlash, Romano shared on a livestream that she was friends with Clancy, stating that she laughed because Clancy had made eye contact with her. Romano has referred to Clancy’s childhood home as a “safe” space and even posted a selfie with Clancy’s defense attorney on social media, prompting further criticism of her courtroom behavior.
Mike Davis, president of the Article III Project, expressed disapproval of the support shown by some women towards Clancy, stating, “The same leftist women who celebrate killing unborn babies up until the moment of birth now support mothers murdering their kids. Say it with me: Evil C**ts. They’ve earned that.”
Meanwhile, after the incident gained notoriety, Vanity Fair distanced itself from Romano. A spokesperson indicated that they had initially considered a personal essay from her but decided against it due to conflicts with their editorial standards. Romano later confirmed that a Vanity Fair representative suggested she take her story elsewhere following the video’s virality.
In a detailed Instagram post, Romano defended her actions, arguing that a smile should not be construed as criminal behavior and citing her discomfort as the reason for her expression. She emphasized her commitment to covering the Clancy case fairly, stating that the focus should be on the mother’s alleged postpartum psychosis and mental health issues, rather than merely labeling her as a monster. Romano believes her intention was to bring Clancy’s perspective to light after the father, Patrick Clancy, had initially shared his version of events.
Romano has yet to respond to requests for further comment.
