A WEDDING WEEKEND TURNS INTO A REAL-LIFE WHODUNNIT WHEN THE VACATION RENTAL’S HOST VANISHES WITHOUT A TRACE

What began as a joyful celebration in the rolling hills of Central California’s wine country suddenly turned into a real-life whodunnit when 62-year-old businesswoman Nancy Woodrum seemingly vanished overnight from her ranch property while she was hosting a large wedding party and guests in 2018. On the day when the couple was to be married at a nearby winery, a neighbor found a shocking scene with indications of trouble inside the home: a bloody handprint on Nancy’s pillow, drops of blood on the floor and other disturbing clues. Following the wedding, guests returned late in the evening to a chaotic scene. Woodrum, a beloved local entrepreneur, devoted Jehovah’s Witness and passionate horsewoman, had been staying in a separate dwelling on the property and had seemingly disappeared without a trace. With more than 20 guests staying on the sprawling estate and a growing list of suspicious characters, investigators launched a seven-month search for answers, piecing together conflicting accounts and evidence in a case that unfolded like a real-life “Knives Out.” Ultimately, detectives turned to an innovative high-tech investigative technology that helped unlock the truth of what happened to Nancy, uncovering the disturbing reality behind her disappearance. “GMA Weekend” co-anchor Whit Johnson reports on the investigation in the all-new ”20/20” episode “The Vanishing of Nancy Woodrum,” airing FRIDAY, MARCH 13 (9:00-11:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC and streaming the next day on Disney+ and Hulu.

ABC News’ “20/20” is the No. 1 award-winning primetime program anchored by David Muir and Deborah Roberts. A proven leader as a long-form newsmagazine for over 45 years, “20/20” features unforgettable, character-driven true-crime mysteries, exclusive newsmaker interviews, hard-hitting investigative reports, and in-depth coverage of high-profile stories. Janice Johnston is the executive producer. The two-hour “20/20” events air Fridays from 9-11 p.m. ET on ABC and are available to stream on ABC News digital platforms, Disney+ and Hulu.

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