In Remembrance: The Tragic Life and Death of Lisa McPherson

The Tragic Life and Death of Lisa McPherson — Anniversary Re-Release

On December 5, 1995, 36-year-old Lisa McPherson died after being held in isolation at Scientology’s Flag Land Base in Clearwater, Florida. Her death remains one of the most controversial and heartbreaking cases connected to the Church of Scientology, sparking international outrage, lawsuits, and a decades-long fight for accountability.

This 3-part investigative series from Sinners & Secrets takes a deep, factual look at Lisa’s life, the events leading up to her confinement inside the Fort Harrison Hotel, and the disturbing circumstances surrounding her final 17 days. Through documented evidence, eyewitness accounts, and expert insight, we uncover how a vibrant young woman was denied proper medical care and why her death continues to raise questions nearly 30 years later.

In this special anniversary re-release, we honor Lisa’s memory and revisit the facts of her case.

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