Miranda Derrick Criticizes One-Sided Portrayal of Dancing for the Devil

Entertainment | June 5, 2024, 10:25 p.m.

Miranda Derrick of Netflix's Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult refutes claims of being part of a cult, attributing the family estrangement to religious differences. Addressing allegations on Instagram stories, she emphasized her stance against abuse but refrained from specific comments due to ongoing litigation. Derrick revealed a rift with her family after embracing Christianity in 2020, leading to disputes over her social media presence. The disagreement escalated when her family labeled her church involvement as a cult, causing her to skip her grandfather's funeral out of fear. Despite recent reconnection, the release of the docuseries has strained their relationship further. However, Derrick's sister, Melanie Wilking, remains hopeful for their reconciliation, believing that their love and faith were manipulated. The family stands ready to support Derrick and other victims when they come to this realization without judgment.