I've purged myself of bitterness and anger and remained open to love.

I was punished for blowing the whistle on my father's lifestyle.

I remained Ryan's companion on the Hollywood party circuit, growing inured to sex and drugs before I was in my teens.

Ryan finally came to my rescue. He'd thought working together in Paper Moon would help us bond.

I've triumphed over addiction.

I've overcome physical and mental brutality - and fought back.

I think all of us feel like we're a bit on show, all the time.