Los Angeles, California – Olivia Jade Giannulli, daughter of actress Lori Loughlin, recently compared her kitchen to a prison following her mother’s involvement in the infamous college admissions scandal. In a vlog posted on her YouTube channel, Olivia showcased her Los Angeles home and discussed her plans to spruce up her home decor.
Apologizing for the mess in her kitchen, the 24-year-old influencer expressed her excitement about ordering wallpaper to make the space feel less sterile. “It’s not going to feel like…a prison,” she remarked, pausing for a moment before realizing the irony of her comment.
In 2019, Loughlin and her husband, Mossimo Gianulli, were exposed for paying $500,000 to fraudulently secure admission for their daughters, Olivia and Isabella, into the University of Southern California as rowing recruits. They pleaded guilty in 2020, with Loughlin sentenced to two months in prison and Mossimo to five months. Additionally, the couple was required to pay $400,000 in fines.
The high-profile bribery scandal prompted Olivia, who had been active on YouTube since 2014, to remain silent as her parents faced legal consequences. However, she later broke her silence on Facebook Watch’s “Red Table Talk,” explaining that she was not fully aware of the scheme at the time. Olivia expressed feelings of shame and embarrassment upon returning from spring break and admitted she had never participated in rowing.
The college admissions scandal also involved other prominent figures, including actress Felicity Huffman. However, Olivia’s recent comparison of her kitchen to a prison serves as a reminder of the impact that the scandal had on her and her family’s lives.
This incident has raised further questions about privilege and entitlement within the college admissions process. It serves as a cautionary tale highlighting the consequences of fraudulent actions and the importance of fairness in higher education.