It’s been ten years since Oscar Pistorius shot and killed his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp, in what the Paralympian at the time described as a case of ‘mistaken identity’.
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While there have been plenty of documentaries and series unpacking Oscar Pistorius’ fall from grace and Reeva’s death, ‘My Name is Reeva’ is the first to get her family’s seal of approval.
There have been plenty of documentaries and series unpacking Pistorius’ fall from grace and Reeva’s death. This is the first to get her family’s seal of approval.
In November last year, news broke that Oscar Pistorius was eligible for parole. His legal representation believes the process has stalled, while the Steenkamps contend that there was an “error in calculation”.
Reeva’s parents have made it clear multiple times over the past few years that they want Oscar to pay for what he did.
After the Supreme Court of Appeal corrected its ruling on Oscar’s sentence, he has actually been eligible for parole since July.
Pistorius’ parole hearing was originally scheduled to take place on October 27 and October 29.
Due to an error on the part of the Supreme Court of Appeals, Pistorius’ parole date has now been changed, with Reeva Steenkamp’s family calling the amendment “profoundly unfortunate”.
Back in September, ESPN announced ‘The Life and Trials of Oscar Pistorius’, which had been several years in the making. Now it’s under fire for how it portrays the disgraced athlete’s life.
According to his former headteacher, Oscar has started smoking, cut down on exercise, grown a beard, and turned to God.
‘My Name Is Reeva’ is set to tell Steenkamp’s story “through the eyes of her loved ones”, with producers looking for a cool R40 million investment.
Francois Hougaard’s name was often linked to the murder of Reeva Steenkamp, and he says that took a serious mental toll.
Oscar Pistorius’ defence team is back in court, the State appealing his six-year jail sentence. Gerrie versus Barry – round 244.
The bloody Valentine’s murder scene is still shrouded in mystery and two brothers have spent months questioning every aspect.
The final verdict of the Oscar trial has come out today and here it is…
Oscar’s parole guidelines are yet to be revealed publicly, but he might just have to meet with Reeva’s parents if they want.
Whether we like it or not Oscar Pistorius will shortly leave behind the Kgosi Mampuru II prison and move to his uncle’s mansion in Pretoria. Cue outrage across the world.
Oscar Pistorius is set to once again dominate the headlines as the date of his possible parole draws nearer. It’s not all bad news for the State however.
It is no secret that June Steenkamp would like to see Oscar Pistorius remain behind bars for as long as possible. His possible early release has her speaking out.
The loss of your daughter is a pain that only a few will ever experience, so it is little surprise then that June Steenkamp wouldn’t give Oscar a warm cuddle were they to meet.
We all expected some updates on Oscar P this Valentine’s Day, and here they are! *Cue round of applause from his biggest fan, The Granny*
Does anyone else think that Oscar looks a bit like the guy from Suits in this picture? Maybe him and Harvey should team up for the Dec 9 appeal? That would be a good episode.
So, we know the NPA is not happy with the sentencing Judge Thokozile Masipa handed down to Oscar – and YAY the appeal date has been set.
Next thing we know, Oscar will be getting scented bath milk and a rubber duckie and his very own embroidered robe and towel…
It’s still going to be a while before Oscar and Reeva are out of the headlines and gossip channels, what with June Steenkamp and her book.
Comedian Jimmy Carr cracked a not-so-funny joke about the murder of Reeva Steenkamp, which resulted in a bad response from the Q Awards audience.
Donald Trump is outraged at the light sentencing of Oscar Pistorius and has released an Instagram video to convey his thoughts. Short and sweet, Donald…
Whilst Oscar spends the next few months on his absolute best behaviour, the athletic powers that be have managed to predict his future… and it’s not very bright.
The trial is finally over, and the sentencing is out: Here’s what Oscar is going to be doing for the next little while.