Theranos Whistleblower Criticizes Holmes in New Documentary
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Tyler Shultz, a former Theranos employee, said he was shocked by the portrayal of Elizabeth Holmes in the documentary "You Can See Everything." Shultz, who helped expose the company’s fraud, described Holmes as a "broken woman" onscreen, contrasting her former commanding presence. He also accused Holmes of misleading the film’s director about the company’s blood‑testing device. Holmes, convicted in 2022 of defrauding investors, was living in San Diego in 2023 before beginning an eleven‑year prison sentence. The documentary shows Holmes with her partner and children, highlighting her personal life amid legal consequences.
Timeline
- 2003 — Elizabeth Holmes founded Theranos, claiming breakthrough blood‑testing technology.
- 2013 — Theranos reached $9 billion valuation, raising over $700 million.
- 2016 — Tyler Shultz featured in HBO documentary exposing Theranos downfall.
- 2022 — Holmes convicted of multiple fraud counts, sentenced to eleven years.
- 2023 — Holmes lived in San Diego rental with partner and children.
- On May 15 2025 Shultz comments on Holmes’ portrayal in new documentary.