Well, without more specific information, it's hard to say exactly. But it might be that Tami Roman witnessed or was part of an incident where a girl was found in a closet under some sort of distressing or remarkable circumstances. Maybe it was a story of abuse or neglect that was brought to light with the girl being in the closet as a symbol of her being hidden away. It could also be a more positive story where the girl in the closet was in a hiding place for a fun or innocent reason and Tami Roman was there to share the story.
She might have become associated through her work in the community or her media presence. Maybe she heard about the girl's situation and decided to get involved.
It depends on which 'girl in the closet' story you are referring to. There are likely many stories with this title or similar themes. Some are based on true events that are heart - breaking. For example, there could be a situation where a child is locked in a closet as a form of punishment or due to mental illness of the caregiver. But there are also fictional tales that use this concept for dramatic effect. So, without more specific information, it's hard to say for sure if a particular 'girl in the closet' story is true.