Loyal Housekeeper Blows Lid Off Murdaugh Family Secrets

In November 2025, Blanca Turrubiate-Simpson, a former housekeeper for the Murdaugh family, is sharing her insider account of the shocking 2021 murders of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh. Simpson, who worked for the family for 14 years, was one of the first people on the scene after the murders and noticed several suspicious details that she believes could have aided the investigation.

On the morning after the killings, Simpson was asked by Alex Murdaugh to clean the family's Moselle estate. There, she found Maggie's Mercedes SUV parked in an unusual spot and Maggie's pajamas and underwear artfully laid out, which was uncharacteristic of her friend. Simpson says these observations led her to suspect Alex's involvement, though at the time, "nobody asked me anything."

Simpson's close friendship with Maggie is a central focus of the book. The two women, described as "like Lucy and Ethel," shared a warm bond and often found themselves in comical situations together. Simpson hopes to honor Maggie's legacy and provide readers with a more personal understanding of the victim.

Ultimately, Simpson's account sheds new light on the high-profile Murdaugh case. Alex Murdaugh was convicted of the murders in 2023 and sentenced to two consecutive life terms. Simpson believes he may have worked with an accomplice to cover up the crime, and she is critical of the initial investigation for dismissing her as "just the Mexican housekeeper." Her insider perspective offers a unique and compelling look at this sensational case.