Grandma Gone Wild: The Dark Side of Golden Years

Ever thought grandma could be a criminal? Think again.

June Squibb, a 96-year-old actress, is hosting a show called "Killer Grannies" on Oxygen. It's all about elderly women who broke the law in the worst way possible. Squibb, known for her sweet and cozy image, takes viewers through these chilling stories every week.

A Play with a Dark Past

Squibb recently shared her thoughts on the show. She mentioned a play she wrote about a real-life double murder from 1922. It was a big deal back then, with lots of media attention. The case involved a priest, a choir member, and some love notes hidden in hymnals. The trial even had a dramatic moment when a sick farm worker, nicknamed "The Pig Lady," pointed at the defendants from her hospital bed.

Grannies Gone Wild

But back to the grannies. Squibb says she loves narrating the show because it's surprising to see grandmothers as criminals. Some examples include:

• Nancy Crampton Brophy from Oregon, who shot her husband to collect insurance money.
• Barbara Scott from Florida, who buried her husband in the garden after he died from a gunshot wound.

A Cozy Parlor with a Dark Twist

Squibb's narration style fits the show perfectly. She talks from a cozy parlor, making the stories even more engaging. The show features reenactments of these grandmothers doing normal activities like baking and stitching, but with a dark twist.

A Lighthearted Take on a Dark Topic

Squibb jokes that the only thing she has in common with these grannies is her age. She's curious about everything, but she draws the line at murder.

If you're into true crime, "Killer Grannies" airs Sundays at 8 p.m. ET on Oxygen.