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Christina Applegate Had Her Ovaries And Fallopian Tubes Removed — And She’s Talking About It For An Important Reason
Christina Applegate played the clueless Kelly Bundy on Married With Children, but in being an advocate for women's health, she has proven that she is anything but clueless.
Rachel CarringtonPublished 6 years ago in Viva
The One Thing We're Forgetting In The Hollywood Sexual Assault Scandals: The Victims
Since the news broke of Harvey Weinstein's atrocities against women, the door has been opened for his victims to share their personal stories of trauma that came at the hands of a man who was supposed to be helping them and their careers. The sexual harassment allegations go back decades, and most likely, more women will come forward before Weinstein is no longer front page news. Though he was recently terminated from the company he co-founded and kicked from both the Academy and the PGA, it's a small consolation for those who have spent years trying to heal from the damage he inflicted.
Rachel CarringtonPublished 6 years ago in Viva
'The Vampire Diaries' Nina Dobrev Wants To Spread Positive Messages About Beauty Through Social Media
Nina Dobrev became a role model for young women in 2009 when she lit up the screen as Elena Gilbert in The Vampire Diaries. Though she's glammed up when acting or out on the town, the 28-year-old actress doesn't hesitate to share make-up free selfies on her Instagram because she says her day-to-day life is normal and average and that's what she wants people to see.
Rachel CarringtonPublished 6 years ago in Viva
Judge Dismisses 'Modern Family' Star Sofia Vergara's Frozen Embryos Lawsuit
After over two years of litigation and a battle that began in May 2014, a Louisiana judge has dismissed the case between Modern Family actress, Sofia Vergara, and her ex-fiancé, Nick Loeb. The former couple have been battling over the fate of two female embryos created during in IVF procedure while they were still together. According to documents obtained by TMZ, the judge indicated that the Louisiana court had no jurisdiction over citizens not residents of the state (the judge referred to the embryos as "citizens of California"). If Loeb decides to continue the battle, he would need to file suit in California, where he and Vergara are currently residents.
Rachel CarringtonPublished 6 years ago in Viva
Rose McGowan Shaved Her Head As A Battlecry Against Sexism In Hollywood
Rose McGowan has long been a voice for feminism in Hollywood and for women everywhere. With the upcoming release of her memoir, Brave, the Charmed actress revealed why she's rebelling against the "ideal version of a woman."
Rachel CarringtonPublished 6 years ago in Viva
The List of Power Abusers Now Include Matt Lauer and Garrison Keiller
News broke out this morning about Matt Lauer's firing. It was announced on his former program on NBC's "Today Show." Another person who was wildly popular who used his power to sexually harass others. Another wildly popular and emulated celebrity who betrayed.
Freddy ZaltaPublished 6 years ago in Viva
Hollywood Sexual Assault: Focusing On The Predators Instead Of The Prey
Since the news broke of Harvey Weinstein's atrocities against women, the door has been opened for his victims to share their personal stories of trauma that came at the hands of a man who was supposed to be helping them and their careers. The sexual harassment allegations go back decades, and most likely, more women will come forward before Weinstein is no longer front page news. Though he was terminated from the company he co-founded and kicked from both the Academy and the PGA, it's a small consolation for those who have spent years trying to heal from the damage he inflicted.
Rachel CarringtonPublished 6 years ago in Viva
Lena Dunham: Think Before You Speak
According to New York Daily News, on August 4, #LenaDunham tweeted things that women do and do not lie about in an effort to join the burgeoning conversation regarding sexual assault at the time.
Christina St-JeanPublished 6 years ago in Viva
Oh, My... George Takei, 'Star Trek' Star, Latest Hit With Sexual Assault Allegations
My heart hurt a little when I saw the item on Google Trends this morning. There, sitting at #14 on Google Trends, were three terms I had hoped I wouldn't see: "George Takei, Star Trek: The Motion Picture, groping."
Christina St-JeanPublished 6 years ago in Viva
We Need to Talk About Kevin (Spacey)
The news broke this week over Kevin Spacey coming out… as both a sexual harasser and as a gay man. It’s finally (finally!) open season on sexual predators, so understandably everyone is mighty pissed off — not just because of this transgression, but because it seems that his coming out is designed to excuse or minimise it. It’s not a great look — LGBT people have put up with decades of abuse comparing them with child molesters and perverts, and this statement is sadly going to get all sorts crawling out of the woodwork.
Katy PreenPublished 6 years ago in Viva
Who Is Gloria Steinem?
Few feminist names will ever be as big as Gloria Steinem's. Her name is one that has been inextricably linked with both the women's feminist movement of the 60s and 70s, as well as the Civil Rights movement. Among feminists, she's revered. Among misogynists, she's reviled.
Jules FortmanPublished 6 years ago in Viva
