Carlina White was born on July 15, 1987, in New York City, NY. Her birth parents, Joy White and Carl Tyson, were overjoyed at the arrival of their baby girl. However, their happiness was short-lived as tragedy struck when Carlina was just 19 days old.
Carlina was abducted from a hospital where she had been admitted for a fever. The kidnapper posed as a nurse and took the helpless infant, leaving her parents devastated and searching for answers. For 23 long years, Carlina's whereabouts remained unknown, and her birth family lived in agony not knowing if she was alive or dead.
As Carlina grew older, she began to question her identity. She became suspicious of her fake mother when she was unable to obtain her own Social Security card or birth certificate. This led Carlina to delve deeper into her past, and she eventually uncovered the truth about her abduction.
After discovering photos that resembled her, Carlina reached out to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Through their assistance, Carlina was able to verify her true identity and reunite with her birth parents, Joy and Carl. The moment of reunion was filled with tears of joy and relief as Carlina finally found her way back to her loving family.
With her past laid bare and her true identity restored, Carlina decided to share her story with the world. She became a motivational speaker, inspiring others with her resilience and determination. Her journey from kidnapped baby to reunited daughter touched the hearts of many and served as a beacon of hope for those facing adversity.
Carlina was raised by her kidnapper as Nejdra Nance but reclaimed her birth name after discovering the truth. She has a biological sister named Sheena and is a loving mother to her daughter, Samani. Despite the hardships she faced early in life, Carlina has found happiness and peace in her reunion with her birth family.
Carlina White's story has been immortalized in the Lifetime original movie "Abducted: The Carlina White Story," with actress Keke Palmer portraying her on screen. Her tale of resilience and determination serves as a reminder that love and family can conquer even the most difficult of circumstances.
Carlina's journey from kidnapped infant to motivational speaker is a testament to the power of perseverance and the enduring bond of family. Her story will continue to inspire others for generations to come.