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Joanne Froggatt Cast in Shocking True-Crime Series
25 Aug
Summary
- An 18-year-old au pair was accused of murdering a baby.
- The trial sparked an international media firestorm.
- The au pair studied law and became a dance teacher.
A new HBO limited series, "The Trial of Louise Woodward," is set to explore the controversial 1997 case. The show stars Joanne Froggatt, focusing on the "shocking" accusation against Louise Woodward, an 18-year-old au pair, for the murder of an eight-month-old baby, Matthew Eappen, while under her care.
The series will delve into the "international media firestorm" that ensued during the trial, highlighting the intense public scrutiny from both British and American audiences. Creator Matthew Barry noted the case raised profound questions about childcare, class, and the media's role.
Woodward was convicted of second-degree murder and sentenced to life, but this was later reduced to involuntary manslaughter after 11 days. She served 279 days and subsequently returned to the UK. She later studied law and graduated in 2002, beginning a career in a law firm before transitioning to become a ballroom and Latin dance teacher.
