Physical Therapist, Author & Victims' Rights Advocate; Author of "Victim F"; Featured in Netflix's "American Nightmare"

California, USA
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Denise Huskins Biography

Denise Huskins is a physical therapist, author, and victims' rights advocate whose story of survival has drawn national and international attention. Huskins and her boyfriend, Aaron Quinn, were abducted from their home by armed intruders. After Huskins was released, law enforcement accused her of staging her own kidnapping, referring to her as the real-life "Gone Girl." Huskins and Quinn faced public scrutiny and disbelief, experiences shared by many victims of sexual violence. The couple later sued the City of Vallejo and reached a $2.5 million settlement.

Huskins documented her experience in the memoir "Victim F: From Crime Victims to Suspects to Survivors," co-authored with Aaron Quinn and journalist Nicole Weisensee Egan. The book, published by Berkley, an imprint of Penguin Random House, alternates between Huskins's and Quinn's perspectives, recounting the kidnapping, subsequent police investigation, and the legal aftermath. "Victim F" addresses issues of trauma, criminal justice reform, and the challenges faced by survivors of violent crime.

Huskins's case was featured in the Netflix docuseries "American Nightmare," which brought further attention to the complexities of trauma response and law enforcement practices. Following the documentary, Huskins and Quinn began working with law enforcement agencies, advocating for improved understanding of trauma and science-based interviewing techniques. Huskins draws on her personal experience to educate officers about the impact of trauma on victims and suspects.

Huskins and Quinn received the Witness of the Year Award from the California District Attorney's Association and participated in an International Wrongful Conviction Day fundraiser. Huskins also contributed the introduction to the book "Making Space for the Light: Documenting the Violence that Shapes the Lives of Women and Girls." She regularly speaks to law enforcement and public audiences about trauma-informed care, confirmation bias, and the importance of supporting victims of violent crime and sexual assault.

Through her writing, advocacy, and public speaking, Huskins addresses topics such as trauma recovery, justice reform, and victims' rights. Her journey from victim to advocate highlights the need for systemic change in the criminal justice system and improved support for survivors.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 11/02/2026.

Denise Huskins Videos

Denise Huskins: My Kidnapping Story

Denise Huskins: My Kidnapping Story

Join Alex in the studio for a powerful interview with kidnapping and assault survivor Denise Huskins. In 2015, Denise was taken from her...

Denise Huskins: My Kidnapping Story

Denise Huskins: My Kidnapping Story

Join Alex in the studio for a powerful interview with kidnapping and assault survivor Denise Huskins. In 2015, Denise was taken from her...

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