Ruby Franke has six children: Shari, Chad, Abby, Julie, Russell, and Eve. Since Ruby Franke's 2023 arrest and conviction for child abuse, the whereabouts and status of her children have changed significantly. Older Children (Shari and Chad):
- Shari and Chad are adults now. Both participated in a Hulu docuseries about their family and their mother's abuse case, speaking openly about their experiences. Chad has pursued real estate education and remains somewhat in the public eye, while Shari has authored a book detailing her childhood and family life
Younger Children (Abby, Julie, Russell, and Eve):
- The four youngest children, who were minors at the time of Ruby’s arrest, have been kept out of the public spotlight. Their identities have been protected in media and legal documents, with faces blurred in footage and names often abbreviated
- After the arrest, these four children were taken into custody by Utah’s Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS). They have been placed in separate homes under the state's care and have received medical and psychological treatment to recover from abuse
- Kevin Franke, Ruby’s ex-husband, later gained custody of these four children and is actively working to rebuild relationships with them
Current Condition:
- The two youngest children who were subjected to physical abuse, Russell and Eve, have shown significant improvement in health and well-being, described as "light-years better" by the lead prosecutor. Eve has also spoken out advocating for protections for child creators against exploitation
In summary, the two eldest children, Shari and Chad, are adults and publicly sharing their stories, while the four youngest remain minors under the custody of their father and child protective services, focusing on recovery and privacy
