From an early age, I never let anyone silence my voice. This steadfast attitude has helped me as an actor and has truly enabled me to explore and evolve the characters I portray on television and film.

No one girl or woman deserves to feel like a vicious attack was her fault.

I've been extremely fortunate in that my career allows me to be seen and heard by people all over the world and I know that my only option is to utilize this gift to speak for those who may not have the means, courage, or strength to speak out.

From an early age, I never let anyone silence my voice. This steadfast attitude has helped me as an actor and has truly enabled me to explore and evolve the characters I portray on television and film.

One woman violated is already too many but when I learned that it was one in three, the first thought in my head was "Why aren't more people talking about this?"

When you come from a family of ten children you learn very early on in life to stand up for yourself and hold your ground regarding the things you're passionate about.

I found it atrocious and downright infuriating to learn that one in three women on the planet will be raped or beaten in her lifetime.