Actress Denise Richards claims she was pressured by the entertainment industry to keep quiet about being harassed.

Hollywood actress Denise Richards recently revealed the difficult decision she had to make early in her career. The 54-year-old star, who rose to fame with her role in the 1998 movie 'Wild Things', shared that she was threatened with being "blacklisted" if she spoke out about the sexual harassment she faced as a young actress. In an interview with 'People' magazine, Richards opened up about the fear and vulnerability she felt at the time.

"I was told I would be blacklisted. I felt so vulnerable. This was the career I wanted to pursue and to be told that I would never work in the industry again was a hard pill to swallow," Richards shared. She also reflected on the changes in the industry, especially in the wake of the #MeToo movement, and expressed gratitude that women now have a stronger voice and more protection.

The actress, who is a mother to three daughters, admitted that becoming a mother has shifted her perspective. She credits her daughters for being strong women and believes that if she had their support during the early days of her career, she would have been able to handle the situation differently.

Richards recently appeared on the third season of Fox's 'Special Forces: World's Toughest Test' and opened up about her past traumas. She shared that a previous sexual assault had shaped her responses to fear and she wanted to learn how to be stronger and not let fear overwhelm her. She also spoke about a terrifying road rage incident in 2022 where shots were fired at her husband's truck and how she froze in fear.

The actress bravely spoke about another traumatic experience she faced as a teenager. She recalled being sexually assaulted at the age of 15 and how she froze and couldn't even scream for help. Richards hopes that by sharing her story, she can help others who may have gone through similar experiences.

Despite the challenges she faced, Richards has continued to have a successful career in Hollywood and is grateful for the opportunities she has been given. She hopes that the industry continues to evolve and become a safer place for everyone, especially young actors and actresses.

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