Allison Mack Discusses NXIVM Cult Involvement Post-Prison Release in First Interview

Allison Mack, the former “Smallville” actress, has opened up about her involvement with NXIVM following her release from prison. This marks her first public commentary since serving time for her role in a notorious sex trafficking case connected to the organization.

Allison Mack Reflects on NXIVM After Prison

In a new seven-part podcast titled “Allison After NXIVM,” produced by CBC’s Uncover, Mack discusses her experiences and the manipulative environment within NXIVM. Once a promising child actor, she rose to a high-ranking position within the controversial group led by Keith Raniere.

The Role of Fame in Recruitment

• Mack, now 43, admitted she exploited her celebrity status as a “power tool” to recruit new members.
• She confessed to being “very effective in moving Keith’s vision forward,” although she acknowledges her abusive behavior.

In the podcast, Mack reflects on her actions, stating, “I was not kind and I was aggressive and I was abusive.” Despite her acknowledgment of her misconduct, she also expressed a desire to help others, highlighting a complex duality in her motivations.

Legal Consequences and Sentencing

Mack was sentenced in July 2021 to three years in prison for her involvement in NXIVM, where she pleaded guilty to extortion and forced labor charges. She was released from a California federal prison in July 2023.

• Keith Raniere currently serves a 120-year prison term for sex trafficking and racketeering.
• During her sentencing, prosecutors noted the necessity for a lighter sentence due to her cooperation in Raniere’s trial.

Referring to her family’s distress during her court proceedings, Mack expressed remorse: “Oh, my God, my poor brother behind me, having to hear this about his sister.” Her deep concern for her family illustrates the emotional toll of her actions.

Life After NXIVM

Since her release, Mack has remarried and is pursuing a master’s degree in social work, aiming to forge a new path. Unlike many public figures, she declined numerous offers to recount her story until now, choosing the podcast medium because of her newfound discomfort with cameras.

This series presents a unique opportunity for Mack to share her narrative and reflect on her transformation after NXIVM, shedding light on both her accountability and her aspirations.