Kevin and Ruby Franke eventually divorced. Today, he’s living a happy life with a new wife and a totally fresh start.
The new Netflix documentary Evil Influencer: The Jodi Hildebrandt Story sheds light on Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt’s arrests and the horrific abuse the two youngest Franke children endured. The Frankes’ then 12-year-old son escaped Hildebrandt’s Ivins, Utah, home in August 2023, saving himself and his sister. In the documentary, we see police interviews with Kevin Franke, who appeared genuinely shocked at what investigators claimed happened to his children.
The Frankes separated prior to the abuse allegations at Hildebrandt’s behest. She took on a cult-like leadership role for many of her clients, recommending they separate from their partners and cut off all contact. Following Ruby Franke’s arrest, the couple’s minor children went into protective custody, ultimately returning to their father’s care. He now has full custody.
After finalizing his divorce in March 2025, Kevin Franke announced his engagement to Becca Bevan. The pair married in November, beginning a new chapter in their lives.
Shari Franke, Kevin and Ruby Franke’s eldest daughter, spoke out against her mother for years. But when it comes to her dad, she’s happy to see his new life.
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We hope the Franke family can heal from this tragedy and move on. Nothing will ever excuse what Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt did to those innocent kids, but knowing their father is there to love and care for them gives a lot of hope for their future.
If you suspect child abuse, you can call the Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline at 1-800-422-4453 (1-800-4-A-Child) or go to Childhelp.org . The hotline is available 24/7.
