Dr. Rachel Danis Speaks Out in 60 Minutes Interview with Husband Patrick Clancy

Dr. Rachel Danis appears on 60 Minutes for first time since public scrutiny of her private life amid tragic child killings trial.

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September 17, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — New York, United States — Dr. Rachel Danis made a rare public appearance on Sunday as she joined her husband, Patrick Clancy, for a 60 Minutes interview, marking the first time she has spoken publicly about the events surrounding the tragic deaths of their children.

The couple’s marriage became a focal point of online discussion following the 2023 murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, who was accused of killing her three young children—Cora, 5, Dawson, 3, and Callan, 8 months. The case ended in a mistrial, with prosecutors still deciding whether to pursue a retrial.

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During the interview, Patrick Clancy shared his reflections on grief, mental health, and the conspiracy theories that spread across social media after the trial. He also spoke about his late children, stating that he continues to talk to them all the time.

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