Yesterday, Johnny Depp was left eating his words when the
internet erupted in outrage after he compared photo shoots to rape in the
November issue of Vanity Fair. Even the Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network
(RAINN) -- the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization -- were
shocked by Depp's comments and said he should know there is a definite
distinction between posing for a photo and being raped. In a statement
regarding the incident, RAINN's spokesperson, Katherine Hull, explained,
"While photos may feel at times intrusive, being photographed in no way
compares to rape a violent crime which affects another American every two
minutes. RAINN welcomes the opportunity to speak with Mr. Depp and educate him
about the real life experiences faced by survivors every day, and ways that he
can work with RAINN to help."
Depp wisely apologized to the organization, admitting, “I am
truly sorry for offending anyone in any way. I never meant to. It was a poor
choice of words on my part in an effort to explain a feeling. I understand
there is no comparison and I am very regretful. In an effort to correct my lack
of judgment, please accept my heartfelt apology." RAINN accepted the
Hollywood star's remarks and commented they hope to work with him in the future
to help rape victims get the help they need.
Depp is certainly not the first celebrity (and probably
won't be the last) to make an absolutely ridiculous or offensive comment to the
media. When your in the public spotlight so frequently, you're bound say terrible
things. And while it's commendable that Depp apologized right away, it still
doesn't excuse what he said and he may have lost some loyal fans in the process
because rape is such a sensitive subject, and he really should have known
better. Let's just hope he's learned from this and will try the whole think
before you speak concept during his next interview.
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