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Yahoo
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Casey Anthony Resurfaces With Mystery Man in New Hampshire Nearly 15 Years After Infamous Murder Trial
Casey Anthony was spotted on a rare public outing with a mystery man in New Hampshire — months after announcing her new career path as a legal advocate. The 39-year-old, who was infamously acquitted of the murder of her 3-year-old daughter, Caylee, in a trial that gripped the nation, resurfaced at the Seasons Tickets bar in Manchester, New Hampshire, on what appeared to be a date. An eyewitness said the man is a local and Anthony seemed to be visiting, claiming they were flirty with one another and comfortable in each other's presence, per TMZ. Anthony's left shoulder tattoo, which features peonies and a half mandala, was visible in photos published by the outlet on Thursday, July 10 — years after she had her controversial 'La Bella Vita' ink covered up in 2018. The tipster claimed that Anthony even affectionately touched the man's arm and leg during the duo's hour and a half outing at the bar. Anthony and her mystery man reportedly sipped on Bud Lights and enjoyed a bite to eat as the Red Sox played the Colorado Rockies. She previously made headlines last year amid reports that she had relocated to Tennessee with a now-former fling. According to the New York Post, Anthony has had an active love life. She has been spotted out with a number of romantic suitors over the years. While the notorious murder defendant is known to keep a low profile, she did previously share a life update on March 1 with a TikTok announcement about her latest business venture. 'I am a legal advocate, I am a researcher, I've been in the legal field since 2011 and in this capacity, I feel that it's necessary, if I'm going to continue to operate appropriately as a legal advocate, that I start to advocate for myself and also advocate for my daughter,' Anthony said in the video, revealing that she had started a Substack. 'I feel that it's important that I use this platform that was thrust upon me and now look at as a blessing, as opposed to the curse that it has been since 2008,' she added. In her first blog post, Anthony reflected on her own experience in trial and wrote that 'the presumption of innocence is a sacred right,' adding that 'we are plagued by a rush to judgment before someone even steps foot into a courtroom.' It has now been nearly 15 years since Anthony — once dubbed 'the most hated woman in America' — was on trial for first-degree murder in the death of Caylee. Prosecutors accused her of suffocating her young daughter by putting duct tape over Caylee's mouth and nose after her skeletal remains were discovered in the woods near her family home in Florida on Dec. 11, 2008. Anthony, however, proclaimed her innocence, with her legal team opting not to have her take the stand. In a shocking turnaround, the jury controversially acquitted her of murder charges in July 2011, only convicting her of lying to the police.
Daily Mail
11-06-2025
- Daily Mail
Woman country star Conner Smith 'ploughed down and killed' was grandmother and one of Tennessee's top lawyers
A beloved grandmother killed by a rising country singer's truck was a top Tennessee lawyer and longtime women's rights advocate. Dorothy 'Dot' Dobbins, 77, was walking her dog in a marked crosswalk near her Nashville home on Sunday when she was hit by 24-year-old musician Conner Smith, authorities have confirmed. Cops said Smith failed to yield the right of way as Dobbins crossed the street. They added he was not under the influence or distracted at the time of the crash and, as of Tuesday afternoon, no charges have been filed. While it was originally claimed she was a dog walker, her neice confirmed she was walking her own dog. The investigation is ongoing. Local residents fear it was a tragic accident on a notoriously busy road and are calling for improved safety measures, according to WZTV Nashville. Dobbins was a partner at Dobbins, Venick, Kuhn & Byassee and had recently retired after a long and celebrated legal career. She co-founded the Lawyers' Association for Women in Nashville and, according to the Tennessee Bar Association, helped launch a women's center at Scarritt-Bennett and played a key role in opening Nashville's first domestic violence shelter through the YWCA. Online profiles note she specialized in 'Divorce, collaborative family practice, and alimony cases.' She leaves behind a daughter, a nurse at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, where Dobbins was rushed after the crash and later died. Her family shared new photographs showing Dobbins smiling with a birthday cake and completing a jigsaw puzzle, enjoying her time as a grandmother of four. In a moving Facebook post, her niece wrote: 'I'm devastated to share that my aunt, Dot Dobbins, was killed in an accident last night while walking her dog. 'We are in total shock and fully heartbroken. Dot was incredibly active and healthy, enjoying her retirement to the fullest. 'We are still finding our footing but my family has been overwhelmed with love and support. I'm so grateful. 'There is so much more to say about Dot, the incredible work she did, her role as D-Dot to 4 grand boys she doted on, and the both famous and infamous recipes she brought to every family event. 'For now I just want to thank you for the love and light being sent to the entire Dobbins family. ... We need it.' The YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee also paid tribute on Facebook, remembering Dobbins as a 'tireless advocate for justice and a fierce champion for women and families.' 'She joined us each year for our Past Board Chair Luncheon—most recently in September 2024—and remained a steadfast supporter of our mission throughout her life,' they wrote. 'Dot played a pivotal role in advancing domestic violence awareness in career reflected the same commitment to equity and compassion.' Conner Smith's attorney released a statement to TMZ, saying: 'On June 8th, Mr. Smith was involved in a car accident that tragically claimed a life. His heart goes out to Ms. Dobbins' family during this incredibly difficult time. 'Mr. Smith continues to cooperate fully with the ongoing investigation.' Just days before the fatal crash, Smith had performed at CMA Fest 2025, where he sang alongside fellow artist Dylan Marlowe. In his most recent Instagram post before Dobbins' death, Smith wrote: 'Hometown hits different.' An earlier video, shared weeks before the accident, showed the singer behind the wheel of his truck singing as he filmed himself driving. Smith rose to fame with his viral TikTok hit I Hate Alabama in 2021. He released his debut album Smoky Mountains in January 2024 and is slated to tour across the U.S. this summer. He is currently scheduled to perform in Fort Myers, Florida; Akron, Ohio; and Columbus, Ohio later this month. His team has not yet commented on whether the shows will proceed.
