Dorothy Bell is a character in the 2024 found footage horror film "What Happened to Dorothy Bell?" directed and written by Danny Villanueva Jr. In the film, Dorothy Bell is the grandmother of the protagonist, Ozzie Gray. Dorothy attacked Ozzie under mysterious circumstances during Ozzie's childhood. As Ozzie investigates this traumatic event, she uncovers a sinister urban legend and supernatural presence tied to Dorothy's past. The story explores themes of generational trauma, mental illness, and family secrets, with Dorothy's attack being a central mystery that drives the plot. The film has been praised for its psychological depth combined with supernatural horror, and it is set to have theatrical and digital releases in October 2025.
So Dorothy Bell is a fictional character from a recent horror movie rather than a real person whose current status would be reported.
