America’s ‘most inbred family’ have issued an apology to the man who uncovered them.
Photographer Mark Laita discovered the Whittaker family about 20 years ago, but he didn’t start filming their lives right away.
He stayed in contact with them and went back to their home in Odd, West Virginia, to begin filming in 2020.
\The family consists of three siblings named Lorraine, Timmy, and Ray. Their parents were reportedly first cousins.
After the Whittaker family appeared on Mark Laita’s Soft White Underbelly YouTube channel, they got a lot of attention and were labeled as “the most inbred family” in the U.S.
Although Mark had a good relationship with them, he decided to end it after discovering they had been lying to him.
The family told Mark that 67-year-old Larry Whittaker had died earlier this year. Mark helped them raise money for the funeral and even gave $1,000 of his own money.
However, Larry wasn’t actually dead. When Mark found out, the family apologized for lying, but they went on to deceive him again.
The photographer, Mark Laita, gave Larry Whittaker $700 to help him take his daughter BJ to North Carolina to start a new life. But Larry didn’t do that and kept the money for himself.
Even though Mark said he wasn’t going to see the Whittakers anymore, he visited them over the summer. He filmed the visit and posted it on YouTube this month. In the video, Larry shakes Mark’s hand and apologizes for everything that happened.
“It’s been a long time,” Larry says to Mark. “I’m sorry for what they did to you, and I want to tell the world that I’m sorry.”
Mark accepts the apology and says he missed them. “I’m very good at forgiving and understanding,” Mark shared. “I’ve missed you guys, and I think my viewers have missed you too.” He even joked that the Whittakers probably missed the money they made from being on his YouTube channel.
Now that they’re on speaking terms again, Mark set up another GoFundMe for the family in late August. So far, the page has raised a little over $600 out of a $100,000 goal. The money will go toward helping the family with living expenses and taking care of their home.
Optical Illusion IQ Challenge: Can You Spot Grandma Hidden Among the Wolves in Just 9 Seconds?
Can you find the hidden grandma among the wolves in just 9 seconds? Put your observation skills to the test with this fun and challenging optical illusion!
What Are Optical Illusions?
Optical illusions are more than just visual puzzles; they challenge your brain to interpret what it sees and sharpen your focus on details. Beyond being entertaining, these images offer insights into how our minds process visual information, enhance creativity, and boost cognitive abilities.
The Challenge: Find Grandma Among the Wolves
Take a close look at the image below, created by the talented visual artist Gergely Dudás, also known as Dudolf. The painting features a group of wolves, but hidden within is a grandma. Your task is to locate her within 9 seconds.
Are you ready? Your time starts now!
Need a Hint?
If you’re struggling, here’s a clue: Grandma is not on the left side of the image. Take another careful look at the right side. The clock is ticking—can you spot her before time runs out?
Time’s Up!
Did you find grandma? Congratulations if you did—you have remarkable observation skills! If not, no worries. The solution is below.
The Answer: Where’s Grandma?
Grandma is hiding on the right side of the image. Check again, and you’ll see her tucked away among the wolves.
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