For nearly 20 years, Natalee Holloway’s disappearance has captured the world’s attention, a story of unanswered questions and a mother’s relentless love. What began as a joyful graduation trip to Aruba in 2005 ended in tragedy when 18-year-old Natalee vanished.

Her mother, Beth Holloway, never gave up—organizing searches, advocating publicly, and founding the Natalee Holloway Resource Center to help other families.

Recent information provided some answers, though it confirmed Natalee would not return. For Beth, it brought both grief and a measure of closure.

Natalee’s legacy lives on: raising travel safety awareness, improving international law enforcement cooperation, and showing the power of a parent’s love and determination.