Amanda Knox has responded to critics questioning her decision to release a new book, explaining that she is looking forward to sharing her story, but insists she’s not exploiting her past.
During an interview on Good Morning Britain today, the 37-year-old addressed concerns over reopening old wounds by revisiting her traumatic past.
Revisiting Her Story After Years of Silence
Knox, who was arrested in 2007 in connection with the murder of her roommate, Meredith Kercher, faced four years in an Italian prison before being exonerated.
Her 2009 conviction for the crime was overturned by Italy’s highest court in 2015, after a lengthy legal battle.
Knox, a 20-year-old student at the time of her arrest, has since become a global advocate for the wrongly convicted.
In the years since her release, Knox has been active in sharing her story, including releasing a bestselling memoir, Waiting to Be Heard, and even hosting a television series about public shaming.
She also became part of a Netflix series about her case and has a new show, Blue Moon, in collaboration with Monica Lewinsky, set to air on Hulu.
Addressing Concerns About the Impact on Meredith Kercher’s Family
During her interview, Richard Madeley questioned Knox about the potential harm her new book could cause to Meredith Kercher’s family, wondering whether it might stir up painful memories.
He expressed concerns that Knox might be seen as profiting from her own tragedy.
In response, Knox, who is now a mother of two, explained that she hopes Meredith’s family reads the book, emphasizing that honoring Meredith’s memory does not mean erasing her own.
The family’s lawyer, Francesco Maresca, expressed his disapproval of Knox’s continued public engagement with the case, claiming it shows a lack of respect for Meredith’s memory.
He accused Knox of using the tragic event to stay in the media spotlight.
Knox, however, wasn’t shy in defending herself, calling Maresca a “hypocrite” due to his own book publication.
She argued that a tragedy doesn’t just make one person a victim, and she refused to apologize for sharing her perspective.
The Path to Redemption and Collaborations with Monica Lewinsky
Knox also discussed her ongoing work with Monica Lewinsky, whose infamous affair with President Bill Clinton in the late 1990s led to his impeachment.
The two women have collaborated on a high-budget TV drama exploring Knox’s wrongful conviction and the trauma of being publicly shamed.
Knox shared how Lewinsky entered her life at a particularly difficult time, offering support when she felt lost and defeated by the media’s treatment of her.
Despite the years of media scrutiny and being branded “Foxy Knoxy,” Knox has moved forward, using her platform to fight for justice for the wrongfully accused.
Reflecting on Her Unsettling Legal Journey
The case itself, and Knox’s dramatic turn from a suspect to a global symbol of wrongful conviction, is still filled with complexities.
Knox was initially suspected after discovering the bloodstains and locked bedroom door of her roommate.
She pointed to her boss, Patrick Lumumba, but later retracted her statement, saying the police pressured her into giving false information.
This led to her wrongful conviction in 2009.
In 2011, after her acquittal and return to the U.S., Knox became an advocate for the wrongly convicted, fighting for justice for others who faced similar experiences.
Rudy Guede, the actual murderer, was later convicted after DNA evidence placed him at the scene.
Despite the years of public scrutiny, Knox has continued to persevere, using her story to raise awareness about injustices within the legal system.
Now, as a mother, activist, and writer, Knox is navigating her past while focusing on advocating for those who are still wrongfully imprisoned.