Accused Burbank slasher’s eerie stare in court after stabbing famed Oprah activist and killing her mom
By David Thompson
Published on April 23, 2026.
Sergio Meza Fraire, 30, is accused of murdering and attempting to murder Meera Varma, a mental health activist daughter of Oprah Winfrey and her mother, Arti Varma. Both were stabbed multiple times during a burglary at their $1.4 million Burbank home. Meera managed to call 911 despite her injuries and is in stable condition. Her mother, a second-grade teacher at an elementary school, died from multiple stab wounds. Fraire was arrested by a SWAT team a few hours after the slaying and is facing multiple charges including murder and attempted murder. He is also charged with using a deadly weapon in the murder and aggravated residential burglary. The next court hearing is scheduled for June 12.
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