Cocaine Godmother

Overview

At just 17, Griselda Blanco arrived in the U.S. with a forged passport and her first husband, Carlos. Settling in Queens with her three sons, she soon found herself captivated by the lucrative drug trade. Griselda cleverly orchestrated operations, employing attractive women, the elderly, and children as couriers. Additionally, she innovated smuggling techniques, including the use of false-bottom suitcases to transport cocaine from Colombia. Her rise in the drug world showcased her ruthless ambition and marked the beginnings of her notorious legacy.