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

I've stood my ground in life, alone, even against overwhelming forces with the might and money to crush me.

Griffin, my brother, 11 months younger, was sometimes the victim of my father's fury - once Ryan famously knocked out his teeth.

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

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

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

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