Billy Evans, husband of convicted Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes, offers an intimate portrait of their unconventional love story, the trial, and prison life. He defends Holmes' character, claims she was wrongly convicted of financial fraud, and provides a behind-the-scenes look at the upcoming Nathan Fielder documentary.
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Billy met Elizabeth Holmes at a party in 2017, unaware of her identity, and they formed a deep friendship over six months before dating — just as the DOJ indictment was filed.
They spent eight months traveling in an RV across the U.S. to escape media scrutiny and judgment.
Holmes gave birth during the trial; she pumped milk in court breaks and Billy would Uber it home — while they were convinced she would be acquitted.
Holmes was acquitted of patient fraud but convicted of financial fraud against investors. Billy claims the sentencing was inflated by adding victims not proven at trial.
The upcoming Nathan Fielder documentary, produced over three years, aims to let people see Holmes as a person — but the trailer's ominous tone has Billy nervous.
"She made you feel so seen. She was infinitely curious about the smallest things that nobody else really cared about. — Billy Evans on meeting Elizabeth Holmes"
"Her power was in her voice. Her power was in her telling that story, and she did not because she followed the rules. — Billy Evans on why Holmes didn't fight back in the media"
"I just hugged her and said 'I love you more than everything.' And she looked at me and said, 'Now we are free.' — Billy Evans on the moment Elizabeth entered prison"