Bullied Teen Turns Homecoming Heroine After Cruel Prank Backfires
Sept. 26 2012, Published 2:00 p.m. ET
By Debbie Emery - Breaking Celebrity News Reporter
A bullied teenager who was tormented by her high school classmates was shocked to learn that she had been voted onto the homecoming court, but her delight at the good news quickly turned to humiliation when she learned it was a cruel prank.
Whitney Kropp, 16, of West Branch, Michigan, was the object of such disdain by fellow students that they thought it would be hilarious to nominate the unpopular girl for the popularity contest, reported the Detroit News, but they never expected the tables to be turned on them.
Rather than ending up as a Carrie-like horror story, Whitney is experiencing a fairy-tale ending after residents of the tiny farm town have rallied behind her and supported the unlikely bid.
"I thought I wasn't worthy," said Kropp, who was laughed and pointed at in hallways after her name was put forward. "I was this big old joke - I thought why even be a part of this world if I am just going to be tossed around like trash."
Now with the homecoming dance just days away, local businesses are plying her with free perks including dinner, professional photos, manicures and make-up, and even a glamourous gown, shoes and tiara!
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