In a surprising turn of events that has left many people scratching their heads, Casey Anthony, the infamous Florida mother who was acquitted of the murder of her young daughter Caylee, has resurfaced to announce her new career path. The media storm that surrounded her case in 2008 is rekindling as Anthony takes to TikTok to reveal that she is stepping into the role of a legal advocate, specifically focusing on LGBTQ and women’s rights.
Despite the notoriety surrounding her past, Anthony presented herself in a video uploaded to TikTok, where she mentioned her experience in the legal field, starting oddly enough in 2011, a timeframe coinciding with her trial. In this clip, Anthony states, “I’ve been in the legal field since 2011, and in this capacity, I feel that it’s necessary if I’m going to continue to operate appropriately as a legal advocate, that I start to advocate for myself and also advocate for my daughter.” Her words may sound noble, but they raise substantial skepticism given her controversial past.
Casey Anthony becoming an influencer for the policies of Democrats is the perfect match made in hell that we should’ve seen coming.
Casey says she’s doing Substack and social media to stand up for the LGBTQ community, queer people and women’s rights. Insane. pic.twitter.com/KkoXyZolmu
— Robby Starbuck (@robbystarbuck) March 3, 2025
It’s not just the timing post-acquittal that raises eyebrows. Anthony’s choice of advocating for marginalized communities such as the LGBTQ people and women’s rights is seen by some as a puzzling attempt to refurbish her deeply damaged public image. Many individuals who align with conservative principles may view her emergence into advocacy as an exploitation of liberal ideologies merely to rebrand herself.
We may be divided politically, but we can all come together to say, with no due respect, go fuck yourself, Casey Anthony. pic.twitter.com/9haIk3S5SP
— I ain’t no circle back girl (@cohkohhh) March 3, 2025
Adding another layer to her new venture, Anthony directs her viewers to her Substack account—a platform typically used by writers and researchers. Here she promises to regularly upload content concerning legal matters. This move has been criticized by some as an opportunistic shift, as skeptics question the depth of her expertise, education, and genuine intent.
If you short memory dumb fvcks on social media make Casey Anthony rich and famous b/c you forgot the mvrder she got away with, here’s your reminder of what she threw in the trunk of her car while she went clubbing. pic.twitter.com/AxEI9zIFQ0
— Angela (@LibsBeCrazy) March 3, 2025
Critics argue that Anthony’s past actions do not align with advocating for justice or marginalized communities. Her failure to report her daughter Caylee’s disappearance for months back in 2008 followed by her widely publicized trial left a lasting imprint that many have not forgotten—nor forgiven. The controversy and media circus surrounding her acquittal still linger, affecting public perception of her credibility as a champion for advocacy.
Casey Anthony rebranding herself as a legal advocate is like Jeffrey Dahmer opening a steakhouse. The delusion is Michelin star level.
— Lauren (@LaurenRock) March 3, 2025
Ultimately, while Casey Anthony attempts to wear many hats as a legal advocate for LGBTQ rights and women’s empowerment, it’s clear that public trust does not easily swing in her favor. The notorious shadow that looms over her from a tragic period in her life raises doubts about her intentions, even among the most progressive circles.