Can a single act of unimaginable loss redefine a person's entire existence? For Shara Kaplan, the mother of Meadow Pollack, a victim of the tragic Parkland shooting, the answer is a resounding and heartbreaking yes. Her story is not just one of grief, but also of resilience, advocacy, and, surprisingly, a newfound artistic expression.
Shara Kaplan's life irrevocably changed on February 14, 2018, when her daughter, Meadow Pollack, was murdered at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. Meadow, just 18 years old, was among the 17 students and staff who lost their lives that day. The pain and suffering endured by the families of the victims were palpable during the sentencing hearing for Nikolas Cruz, the confessed shooter. Shara Kaplan's testimony was particularly poignant, as she articulated the profound devastation that Meadow's death has wrought on her life, stating it had "destroyed" her and her "capability of ever living a productive existence." This devastating loss has transformed her into an advocate for justice and school safety, while she also navigates the complexities of personal grief.
| Shara Kaplan: Biographical and Professional Overview | |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Shara Yvonne Kaplan |
| Date of Birth | September 14, 1967 (Age 57) |
| Residence | Parkland, Florida |
| Citizenship | American |
| Known Aliases | Shara Pollack, Shara Y Kaplan, Shara Y Pollack, Shara Yvonne Pollack |
| Family | Mother of Meadow Pollack (deceased), sons Huck and Hunter Pollack. Former spouse of Andrew Pollack. |
| Education | No7 Beauty Company |
| Political Affiliation | Registered voter in Broward County, Florida. |
| Legal Actions | Filed a lawsuit against the FBI with Andrew Pollack regarding the death of Meadow Pollack. |
| Recent Recognition | Gained attention for her performance of Sertab Erener's "Bipolar" on social media. |
| Social Media | Active on Instagram (account details may vary) |
| Additional Information | Has lived in Charlotte NC, Glenford NY and Highland Beach FL before settling in Parkland, Florida. |
| External Links | Shara Kaplan's LinkedIn Profile (Note: Please replace "https://www.linkedin.com/in/" with the actual LinkedIn profile URL if available) |
