Evan Rachel Wood named Marilyn Manson as her alleged abuser on Monday. Of the musician, whose real name is Brian Warner, the actress and activist explained, "I am done living in fear of retaliation, slander or blackmail." In the statement posted to her Instagram account, Wood said, "The name of my abuser is Brian Warner, also known to the world as Marilyn Manson.
He started grooming me when I was a teenager and horrifically abused me for years. I was brainwashed and manipulated into submission.
I am done living in fear of retaliation, slander or blackmail." She continued, "I am here to expose this dangerous man and call out the many industries that have enabled him, before he ruins any more lives.
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