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An Update on Our Family

Millions of views, but so much to hide.

6.0/ 102025Episode runtime

Documentary

Myka and James Stauffer were the picture of the 21st century American Dream: happy marriage, beautiful kids, and a self-built YouTube vlogging empire. At the center of it all was Huxley, an adorable young boy they adopted from China. Huxley was more than just their star — he was their son. Until one day, he wasn’t.

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The cast

Faces behind the story

Myka Stauffer

Self - Family Vlogger, 'The Stauffer Life' (archive footage)

James Stauffer

Self - Family Vlogger, 'The Stauffer Life' (archive footage)

Hannah Cho

Self - Vlog Follower, Mom & Adoptee

Sophie Ross

Self - Digital Culture Writer

Harold Earls

Self - Family Vlogger, 'Earls Family Vlogs'

Rachel Earls

Self - Family Vlogger, 'Earls Family Vlogs'