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Jul 2023
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The Little Girl Found Living Like An Ani...

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Original Airdate: March 3, 2009 Oprah explores the stories of four young children who were abused. At age 6, Danielle could not speak a word. After years of abuse Danielle was eventually rescued. She was adopted by Bernie and Diane Lierow. In March 2008, a Honduran boy, Jason, was rescued from a small, dark room where he was kept for years. At just 15 pounds ... Show More
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