20-year-old US actor Bella Thorne has revealed in a poignant Instagram post that she was sexually and physically abused in her youth.
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In a show of solidarity with the Time’s Up movement, which took over last night’s Golden Globes award ceremony in Hollywood in order to shine a light on gender inequality and women’s rights, Thorne shared details of her mistreatment as a child.
In the caption, Thorne writes:
I was sexually abused and physically growing up from the day I can remember till I was 14..when I finally had the courage to lock my door at night and sit by it. All damn night. Waiting for someone to take advantage of my life again. Over and over I waited for it to stop and finally it did. But some of us aren’t as lucky to get out alive. Please today stand up for every soul Mistreated. #timesup
The response to her revelation has been almost entirely positive, with fans thanking Thorne for her bravery in speaking up and using her status and privilege to push for societal change and awareness.
You’re very strong and amazing for sharing some of your stories. I need you to know that what you say and share is important. I was sexually assaulted and abused growing up and knowing what someone I look up to has gone through it also makes me feel less alone.
— sammi stover (@sammi_jean13) January 8, 2018
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