ID to debut The Texas Cheerleader Murder Plot doc in December

ID to debut The Texas Cheerleader Murder Plot doc in December

As a seasoned gamer with a soft spot for true crime documentaries, I am absolutely intrigued by Investigation Discovery’s latest offering, “The Texas Cheerleader Murder Plot.” Having binge-watched countless hours of true crime series and movies, I can confidently say that this story is right up there with the most captivating and twisted tales.


Investigation Discovery, more commonly known as ID, has produced a new documentary called The Texas Cheerleader Murder Plot.

The fresh documentary boasts a runtime of two hours and delves deeply into the captivating tale of Wanda Holloway, a determined Texas mother who went to extraordinary lengths, even offering bribes and making threats, in order to guarantee her teenager’s placement on the school cheerleading team.

Two years straight, I nearly made the cut for my junior high school squad, but alas, it wasn’t meant to be. My mom, Wanda, seemed to think there was an issue – she pointed her finger at my classmate, Amber Heath.

In this situation, it seems as though Wanda thought that if Verna (Amber’s mother) were to be eliminated, Amber would become so overcome with grief that she wouldn’t remain on the team. This would potentially improve Shanna’s chances since there would then be a vacancy to fill.

It’s said that she allegedly requested her ex-brother-in-law, Terry Harper, to commit murder against Verna. However, rather than assisting Wanda as she intended, Terry chose to inform the authorities. In fact, he had secretly recorded a discussion where Wanda proposed to bribe him with diamond earrings.

ID to debut The Texas Cheerleader Murder Plot doc in December

1991 saw an extraordinary court case that captivated the nation, and amidst certain misunderstandings and accusations, my conviction was reversed, paving the way for a second trial. The public’s fascination with this tale knew no bounds, and I was affectionately christened “Pom Pom Mom” by the media.

Over time, this tale has been showcased on crime documentaries like “American Justice” and “City Confidential”, reimagined for “Law & Order”, and Holly Hunter took on the role of Wanda in the 1993 HBO movie titled “The Truly Amazing Story of the Texas Cheerleader-Murdering Mom Suspect“.

The Texas Cheerleader Murder Plot will premiere Weds., December 18 at 9:00 p.m. ET

In the latest documentary, Investigation Discovery (ID) talked to various individuals linked to the case, among them being Shanna, Wanda’s daughter. Shanna has kept her thoughts on the matter largely private until now, making it intriguing to listen to her perspective.

Additionally, individuals from law enforcement, legal professionals, and media outlets involved in the sensational incident will also be questioned. It’s hinted that Identity Inc. (ID) might unveil some shocking disclosures, such as evidence suggesting the entire narrative could have been a carefully crafted scheme.

Cream Productions created “The Texas Cheerleader Murder Plot” for Investigation Discovery. If you can’t catch it during its television premiere, it should be accessible for streaming on Discovery+, under the ID label.

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2024-11-20 19:25

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