Alison Arngrim: Why Hollywood Has a Sex Abuse Problem | Where Are They Now | Oprah Winfrey Network

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[@angelaanaconda55]

So many stars have talked out about this but it never goes anywhere... this goes way higher up then a few agents and managers.

[@emiliesmith9403]

Tony can bang me anytime ..!!!

[@likewow3804]

What do you think the illuminati is?

[@caroldriehorst1165]

@justrosie1 SSSLLAAAPPP

[@morenag.7769]

Hell yeah! Listen to Fiona Barnett’s story. & the names she mentions. Look her up on KZbin. I’ll drop a few names..... Meryl Streep & Nicole Kidman just the few I can think at the top of my head. Fair warning when & if you ever decide to check her out. Extremely graphic.

[@beverlywaits7663]

BluGyal exactly-SATANS ADVOCATE!!😟🤔May God Almighty in Heaven help them!! AND US ALL IN THE NAME OF JESUS CHRIST AMEN 🙏🏾

[@jennymac7938]

I am so grateful that I was never sexually molested. That really does something to a child's innocent soul. I pray for everyone who has ever had to deal with this. My heart and soul feels for you.

[@christopherobrien6680]

I AM A 56 YEAR OLD SURVIVOR OF EXTREME CHILD ABUSE AND IT DOES A HELL OF A LOT MORE THAN DAMAGE A CHILD'S SOUL FOR IT DESTROYS YOUR PERSONALITY, YOUR SEXUALITY, YOUR DEVELOPMENT AND YOUR TRUST IN ADULTS AND IN SOME CASES, SEXUAL ABUSE CAN TURN A CHILD INTO A MONSTER WHO THEN GOES ON TO ABUSE OTHER CHILDREN AND THAT IS JUST THE TIP OF THE ICEBERG. THEN YOU HAVE THOSE WHO WILL NOT ABUSE ANOTHER CHILD BUT WHO INSTEAD AND THIS IS THE ROUTE I TOOK, WILL THEN TURN ON THEMSELVES AND IMPLODE WHICH LEAD ME TO A LIFE OF SELF HATRED AND TO A POINT WHERE I DID NOT WANT TO LIVE ANYMORE SO I TOOK A COCKTAIL OF ECSTASY, COCAINE AND HEROIN BUT I SURVIVED MY ORDEAL AND WITH THE SUPPORT OF OTHERS I WAS LUCKY ENOUGH TO MOVE ON WITH MY LIFE, WHICH IS AN OPPORTUNITY THAT SADLY MANY OTHER VICTIMS DO NOT GET SO THEY FALL BY THE WAYSIDE AND EITHER FALL INTO CRIME OR END UP COMMITTING SUICIDE.

[@jameshafner1442]

Thank you. Include the T.I.'s at Lackland AFB in the group

[@kionamcnutt8630]

Speak the truth Christopher. 💖💞💖👏👏👏👏👏😢😢😢🙏🙏🙏

[@christopherobrien6680]

@@kionamcnutt8630 I AM NEW TO ANDROID TECHNOLOGY SO I AM CONFUSED BY THE WORDING IN YOUR POST, ARE YOU COMPLIMENTING MY HONESTY OR CALLING ME A LIAR.

[@IChooseJesus9091]

@@christopherobrien6680 + do you see the hearts? The crying emoji. The clapping hands in Kiona Mcnutt's message to you? The hearts symbolize she cares. The crying emoji's symbolize her heart breaks for you. The clapping hands symbolize's her applauding your bravery in speaking out. Abusers thrive on secrecy....

[@jeffw1267]

It's the same with gymnastics coaches and Boy Scout leaders. They know they will get to be alone with the kids.

[@Cantetinza17]

Praise the Lord that I have over protective parents. They never left my sister and Ibalone with anyone except certain family members.

[@Mel-os3ld]

And the footballers.... god bless them all!❤️

[@a.k.4085]

Agree. My ex boyfriend had been molested by a Boy Scouts leader. It affected him in ways I never knew.

[@Mel-os3ld]

Karen M wow hun so sad.. I have a very close friend.. (.man) and he’s suffered been in and out of the homes in lambeth, London that have had the historic child abuse; there’s an inquiry going on at moment.. I know since it’s all been dragged up it’s affected him as it would he gets stressed.. but I do believe he’s putting some kind of front on! Just awful scenario ❤️

[@MZHARDBODYENT]

Wow facts

[@QueenmadivaQueenmidiva]

IT'S NOT THIS HOLLYWOOD IT'S EVERYWHERE!!!! RICH, POOR, IT DOESN'T MATTER! DON'T LEAVE YOUR KIDS ALONE WITH NO ONE! DON'T TRUST ANYONE! BECAUSE, IT'S ALWAYS SOMEBODY CLOSE OR WHO HAS SOME TYPE OF AUTHORITY

[@beverlydavid581]

Agree!!

[@brynn_luv_gaza39]

So true, protect your children!!!

[@Galemor1]

Even family members

[@onlyrog5]

This is obvious but kids often weren't under their parents control in Hollywood back then.

[@brendaknox7568]

I got tricked.

[@gulag8735]

I was delighted when she said Michael Landon would have done something.

[@donnagirl1971]

Nur Katika Upendo ... except for when he cheated on his wife with the actress who was Caroline’s understudy... that happened...But his shows always had morals and lessons to be learned and Charles was a God-fearing man. I wish there were more faith based programs on TV now...the beast system we are in is trying to erase God.

[@donnagirl1971]

Nur Katika Upendo that’s awesome!! I watched that too!! Much simpler times back then, that’s for sure!! Stay safe during these trying times...

[@SparkleP8nter]

Me too

[@laminage]

Michael Landon didn't play. He made sure the children were so well disciplined. When Jason Bateman and the Little Girl who played Cassandra joined the show Matthew Laborteaux who played Albert told them that when they are not doing a Scene, they must go to The Schoolhouse ASAP. These Children probably were told your success isn't going to last forever, enjoy it while you can. The Actress who played Nancy got a Degree in Business Administration. I also heard that Jimmy McNichol (Kristy's Brother) was fired for misbehavior. Do the Cast get Residuals aka "Royalties" from The Show.

[@marcihf9763]

I never understood parents who would do anything so their children became famous. I have always been happy with my simple boring life.

[@creating1_c1999]

and only speak out against the molestation when the child's career fails to take flight

[@rakeldanell]

Right... but... most parents leave their kids alone with adults for hours on end, whether its school, sports, church, other family members or friends of the family...

[@MsTinkerbelle87]

SParkApCider or when the money runs out

[@dumbbo1]

Marci HF Fast forward to 2019, and a 16 year old girl with a mental condition is being exploited by her leftist parents who use her to scold the west while ignoring China.

[@solutreanswerethenatives3954]

Someone please cut their you know what off they dont know how to use it the right way and deserve worst thandeath.

[@saleens330]

Corey Feldman has been trying to expose this for years.

[@linanicolia1363]

while trying to stay alive. He is cautious as he knows what they can do.

[@trevorbailey730]

And nobody cared to speak out because they are all afraid of the consequences.

[@bobbybellingham2074]

No really. He had decades to expose it and name names, but all he's done was to use his abuse to remain in the limelight. He should come out name names and get them fired or sue them.

[@laswan5]

@Ellie5621 He did finish the movie? I didn't know. Last I heard he was still trying to get money so he could do it. Do you know what it's called? Probably not free either huh?

[@laswan5]

@Chicago Dan know the title?

[@Leguia.]

This is sickening! Parents stop leaving your children with people for money or fame. 😭

[@birgip.m.1236]

Like the kids pageants. Disgusting what they put those lil ones thru.

[@oracleangelsshiftall2609]

They should not leave their children with anyone!!! And if they have to send them to school they should have a hidden camera on them at all times!!! Then parents would see exactly what is going on in these schools!!! The abuse is rampant and not just sexual abuse either!!!

[@2Ryled]

The parents left their kids in MJs care.

[@kittycat8222]

Birgi p.m. Right! Yet TLC just started showing old episodes again. Apparently they want to please the pedos.

[@kittycat8222]

Oracles Angels Shift All I agree. When I was doing my student teaching internship a kindergartner spilled syrup all over her and they told me to go take her to this dark closet and strip her naked clean her then dress her. I said "what? We should call her mother" they said no and I had to do this and the whole time I was telling the child "I'm just going to clean the syrup off and get you new clothes to wear", because she had no idea what was happening. They just met me the week before! That stuck with me forever. Now I tell my children about it and tell them never ever go into a room alone with anyone..

[@RockandRollsince1992]

The thing is when you grow up you think these are rare cases. The older I get the more I realize that child abuse is something that happens everyday to million kids worldwide. It is horrifying...

[@HardyGirl66]

I've read Alison's book and she's truly a remarkable woman. I love her indomitable spirit.

[@alisaforesthillscb3brigade816]

She's a strong brave lady I'm glad she didn't allow sexual abuse break her..it didn't break her I'm glad she stayed strong and I'm glad she's trying to prevent anymore from happening

[@HardyGirl66]

@nonya bidness It's called "Confessions of a Prairie Bi***.

[@JamesMichael333]

Michael Landon was a golden soul. I still miss him.

[@biaccagreen7157]

James G. Me too I grew up watching him as Little Joe on Bonanza, to little house on a Prairie and his last show before he died Highway to Heaven I think it was🙁🙁🙁🙁🙁

[@JamesMichael333]

Biacca Green Yes. All his shows were about love and showing people how to be good. If angels are real, which i think they are, God probably made him one when he died.

[@apryLwitha_why]

I'm a huge fan and grew up watching him too. The day I met my future husband I gasped and thought "Oh my God, he looks just like Michael landon! He really did. LoL He was just as kind and angelic as could be. We just celebrated our 20th wedding anniversary this month (Feb. 9th). Michael and my husband are probably hanging out in heaven entertaining the angels no doubt. I know he's been with Robin Williams because they visited me last year and were cutting up and making me laugh out loud. 😉💜

[@madelinebryant9851]

He was a great tv personality and good to costars but wasn't a great dad or husbands. His co-star on highway to heaven also died of cancer he acully died before micheal did.

[@madelinebryant9851]

@MsUn PC scary thing is on highway ton heaven there is a episold that micheal says his character died of lung cancer ...

[@Iceis_Phoenix]

River Phoenix was talking about the horror in Hollywood in the early 90s. He was not afraid to speak up.

[@texaslyoness8537]

I have never heard of River talking about Hollywood pedophilia before. I am curious about any details you have. Is there an article or a link?

[@missmarymary6506]

@@texaslyoness8537 yes..and he had an unfortunate demise...do you really thi k it was accidental overdose???

[@Iceis_Phoenix]

@@missmarymary6506 he was murdered via lethal drink that John Frushiante gave him. 🌶

[@Iceis_Phoenix]

@@texaslyoness8537 he said Hollywood was a bad place. In so many words he was talking about pedophilia he just never directly said the word.

[@texaslyoness8537]

ícҽís թհօҽղíx Yes, I remember he called it a bad bad town, but it is a bad or evil town in many ways though.

[@dwightemorgan4367]

brave woman.

[@KateCameron1]

These people who abuse these children are absolutely sick in the head 🤢🤢🤢🤢🤢🤢🤢🤢🤢🤢

[@ShawnaGraham50]

Cory has been saying this for years

[@soundsrelaxing888]

Shawna Graham sure have and he was black balled for it

[@panowa8319]

I heard when he appeared on "The View" that Barbara Walters shut him down.

[@soundsrelaxing888]

PAT Warner she did

[@MeadowDay]

and..nothing happened...never does.

[@LoriethaC313]

@@panowa8319 As well as Sherry Shepard, Joy Behar and Whoopie Goldberg.

[@thevoice464]

please out these predators...you will save many lives

[@projectkj7643]

0 That’s why you see so many deflecting blame, they want victims to shut up. They attack, criticism and blame victims so they will shut up and the perverts keep doing what they are doing. Look at the comment sections of victims speaking out...

[@projectkj7643]

@O Malley 100% agree. My comment was about the predators who live among us. I see many of them in comments who want this stopped, they want the victims to remain silent. When I read about an attack or a victim speaking up, the scumbags get in the comment section and victim blame. It's sickening.

[@vadamsable]

Legal ramifications of outing them. Most likely dead or disabled now. Like any responsible parent, I wouldn't leave my kid alone in a room with adults. What kind of place are we living in? Sexual abuse of the weak is so prevalent.

[@wndrwmn72a44]

@@projectkj7643 The problem is everyone knew what these predators were doing including the victims. It's covered up until their old and broke. Then they decide to say something.

[@Andypandieful]

Oprah hangs out with Harvey. She can’t deny this. Multiple images.

[@zacharymcmillan2788]

Look up Dave Chappelle and the "Dark Riders",that'll REALLY bake your noodle.

[@randyvinson7928]

She new about harvey but she choose to ignore it and point a finger at some one else and say your the bad guy

[@misshouda1740]

@@randyvinson7928 she even introduced young girls to him she's a pimp

[@firedog451]

She knew everything and acts innocent, when a guy jacks off on a girls leg he just met word travels fast. They protect each other. Its crap. Oprah should be fourced to resign from tv

[@suzannecampbell2260]

TAROT By Andie you are so correct about that.

[@mrs.bforlife9279]

My heart aches for that little girl who's innocence waa taken away. Buy my heart leaps for the women you have become and what you are doing. Bless you Bless you

[@mimilion6072]

It isn't just Hollywood or Churches or anywhere.... It's throughout the Whole of Society but i expect far more children available in Hollywood etc. So important this keeps being brought into the light

[@stevent4955]

We need more people like her looking out for our children . God bless her

[@MCSwat-od2ef]

Thank you, Alison. You are an angel on earth fighting demons.

[@RjeanUrah]

I'm so thankful for my father warning me about predators when I was a child. Although it scared the hell out of me, it kept me safe.

[@joebliw5284]

That is so sad . I grew up watching this series. Thank God she's recovering from such a traumatic event. GLY

[@Cantetinza17]

I have trust issues any, so anyone wanting my child alone I'm straight up he'll no. If you can't conduct business with me in the corner then we can't do business at all.

[@glorymosbyfloyd3878]

Exactly

[@LL949]

Problem is, many parents treat these agents/managers/etc the same way they would teachers, tutors, drivers, nannies, healthcare professionals, cops... these people know how to communicate the inconvenience of having you around, especially when you have other obligations like work and other children. Predators will disguise themselves as nannies with a bonus... parents will often say they suspected that person the least of all, especially because their child really SEEMED to like them!... nobody wants to teach their child to be paranoid. They should teach them how to be vigilant, how to escape (because fighting back could be dangerous) and how to be open and honest about everything with someone they trust

[@Cantetinza17]

@@LL949 Yes, that's true too.

[@dreamsofturtles1828]

@Ben King I was a photographer years ago and did some shoots with children. Interestingly, some parents would ASK me if they could be present. I would always tell them i would not do the shoot unless they were there the entire time. As the presenter said , this element of being star struck seems to affect a parents discrimination.

[@Thorkildzen]

I don't know what planet you live on but nobody ever asked to be alone with my f****** kid

[@miladydewinter8551]

It's not individuals. It's organised.

[@cupcakes7015]

Milady De Winter Exactly 12/20/19

[@diarrhealatte2881]

Comet pizza

[@Darkseid300]

Just like all the corrupt politicians. Why hasn’t anyone investigated them all doesn’t matter which party

[@howardsmith9342]

I don't know how "organized" it is, but it's a safe bet the worst offenders all know each other, and probably share kids with each other.

[@miladydewinter8551]

Howard Smith Its well organised so they avoid detection and prosecution.

[@cristinasolano6487]

Say names, put that nasty monsters out.

[@HoneyHoneyBaby]

cristina solano Right!!!

[@charcoke3585]

Exactly something needs to be done. Didn't Corey Feldman say something. It's obvious that people in high places know smh

[@AdeliaAlessandra]

cristina solano there are unsubstantiated rumours that Michael Landon and Melissa Gilbert are involved

[@queenofputrescence5167]

@@AdeliaAlessandra That isn't true. In Alison's book, she states that her brother was the one that molested her. She might had nothing but wonderful things to say about Michael Landon and Melissa Gilbert. She might know about people in Hollywood that are guilty, but those people did not molest Alison.

[@vadamsable]

She probably never mentioned names because they are all dead and she could be open to being sued by their estates.

[@sandralindsey6270]

Wow, when I was a little child I was scared of Nelly Olson when I saw Little House on the Prairie. I now admire Alison and her leadership. 🌸

[@Matdogg2k]

I love her as an actress. Funny character. Great human being. Beautiful

[@clairrollings3988]

You were one of my fav characters on Little House on the Prairie, I'm so sorry about what happened to you but God is helping you now to help others, keep up the good work.

[@yettareeves6033]

I sincerely appreciate your realness and honesty......and glad u have that platform and voice......I salute you salute u seriously

[@thais2616]

Hands down to her.. I was able to had deep talks with her on Behind The Curtain TV! She's amazing and strong, she inspires me :) She's doing live chats with her fans there. Much love 💖💖

[@miledy7518]

I just saw her tweet regarding this live chat with behind the curtain tv :) Hoping to join her next live chat.

[@theoldschooldiva374]

Thank you Alison. There are millions of us that share these ordeals. Thanks for spreading awareness.

[@cherim.1394]

Oprah's channel is showing this...just another example of hiding in plain sight.

[@lindawitmer5635]

Cheri M. Agreed! It's so disgusting!

[@renathomas4711]

pig face OPRAH is (one of many) satan's whorebag

[@brigidrohde736]

Great deceivers

[@assatawells8224]

Santa Claus is the perfect predator job. Parents wait in line with their children for the opportunity to sit in a strange man's lap AFTER warning them about STRANGER DANGER. The world is mad.

[@colinfrandsen8864]

A man in my city was already caught doing just that ' dressing up as Santa claus and going out on to the streets.

[@priscillaL83]

Thats very true. I heard of a circumstance where these two very young boys were holding other babies on their laps and dry humping them. So babies and children get molested right under everyones noses.

[@treasuretvjackson8018]

The difference between the Santa Claus thing and I'm leaving your kid alone with some random stranger thing is that well with Santa Claus you're right there like you're watching them sitting in Santa Claus's lap. Some parents are right up close and I would expect them to be close to their kid, thus, seeing if anything happened, what you should be close to your kid if you're going to let them sit im their lap.

[@assatawells8224]

Why would amy clear thinking parent and why is society at large sending this kind of mixed message to children and how would at parent even being in as close in proximity as possible know that the man holding their child isnt being sexually stimulated by doing so. Predators groom children AND parents over time by winnig their trust and who has more trust via the multibillion dollar media than SANTA and False religious images.

[@diarrhealatte2881]

@@priscillaL83 I kinda doubt those babies grow up with traumatic memories of being dry humped. Just sayin.

[@mattmichniuk2727]

What a strong lady.Woe onto anyone who harms a single hair on a little ones head!

[@Mikomamisworld]

this is super touching... sexual assaults have ruined lives for most people. ruined mines but I still have hope that one day I can have the chance to tell my story and own up to who I am. I'm not just a victim but a survivor and I have grown wiser because of it

[@jennhoff03]

I like your comment, especially about being a survivor. There's power in that! I wonder if those experiences contributed to your screen name or picture and you haven't even realized it. I'm sorry for what you've had to go through. :(

[@Mydickinyoursister]

My prayers to you,it took me FORTY years to finally open up and when I did,it felt as if I were reborn..Stay Strong.

[@shimmer4771]

You have my condolences. So sorry.

[@ajwriter5699]

Patty Duke said the same thing.

[@atlsongbyrd6084]

Damn smh

[@HoneyHoneyBaby]

AJ Writer Wow...so did Todd Bridges, Corey Feldman, etc...It's really a terrible epidemic!!! Sad....

[@Anna-ql9gl]

beatlesluver101 and Corey Feldman

[@AngelicaPicklesxx]

Rosanne Barr too!

[@jaycharles3121]

I quit HW after meeting some real creeps there. Never go back either.

[@rachellewalters8111]

So proud of you for speaking up about this Alison!

[@clockingout4033]

Nelly, speaking the truth!!!!!!!

[@Iceis_Phoenix]

@Rebecca Singletary she's not lying

[@lclass003]

Thank you for pointing this out! I survived assault as a kid. I know that there is a huge problem, rape and molestation aside of kids not really allowed to be kids and mom and dad spend the money the young actor earned.

[@keithseadler6978]

I was 7 and was told by my mom afterwards " don't worry you'll be okay. 49 year's later I'm still not okay. Yes I've gotten past it, but it has affected my life in so many ways.

[@jackiegee9578]

An inspirational woman . We need more more like her to help all these victims to come forward to stop these abusers and put them behind bars and give them all the support they need

[@rpal320]

Thank You for speaking up and bringing awareness to this. Doing healing work is always so important in recovery. God Bless you all!

[@stacyeandrew2]

I’m so sorry you went through this while we watched😢

[@paulinedrewery3759]

I was abused by my grandfather, and also a family friend when I was very young, fortunately we moved away from them when I was 12, but it does scar you, I still don't trust men.

[@mrcooper7027]

Just out of interest was your grandfather a Mason?

[@dmotta2811]

I am so sorry you went through that 😔

[@paulinedrewery3759]

@@dmotta2811 thank you, but I know children have been suffering far worse things for years, I,m happy now with my little dog and my gorgeous grandchildren.♥♥♥

[@dmotta2811]

pauline drewery oh that’s wonderful

[@karmarose6332]

@@mrcooper7027 you do realize that you don't have to be a member of a special club to be a sexual deviant don't you? A sexual deviant could be a member of a club or not, they could be black or white, they could be rich or poor, they could be well connected or a loner, they could be religious or an atheist. A child is more likely to be abused by someone who they know, a family member, a family friend, a neighbor, a coach, a teacher, etc. I know that there are a lot of conspiracy theories against the masons but you sound so damn insensitive. Instead of going to a local freemason temple/lodge and getting the inside scoop yourself you ask this person if their abuser was a mason. 🙄

[@sissyrayself7508]

This is why I boycotted Unholyweird and the "entertainment industry" since 2012. Quit going to the movies, quit buying magazines, renting the crap from Redbox, don't watch TV, don't even get movies from the library. It's all just junk anyway.

[@pamelaevans7968]

Felicity Ray Self Exactly !!! Same here.

[@chrisw9122]

But you are KZbin. Which generates advertising dollars for studios 😂 You are STILL buying into the system. 😒

[@fbvamp]

Child sexual abuse is every where. In churches, in schools, children groups.... It is where the children are

[@KatieRaeRae]

Did you boycott religion, boy scouts, the Olympics, politics, and the president too?

[@Lstar07]

As was mentioned and asked earlier, did you “boycott” the church (not just the Catholic Church, either; the Southern Baptist church and many others are just as guilty) this channel (😉), the Boy Scouts, the Olympics, the dude currently in the Oval Office, Uber, border patrol, workplaces outside of the entertainment industry in general, the Christian missionaries from the US who go to other countries for the sole purpose of sexually abusing children, etc? If not, hop off your lopsided high horse, correct your tunnel vision, and stop blaming one institution for an issue that’s prevalent in many institutions.

[@jamesrichardson4965]

Nothing more elusive than an obvious fact. Funny thing is Shirley Temple mentioned this. Some of it was right in our faces in some of her films.

[@shimmer4771]

Yep. Grown men were gawking at her or just plain looking at her weird. I just don't get why anyone would find a child attractive. Smh.

[@num1Jaysta]

@@shimmer4771 And it’s all on video

[@firefly456]

GOOD GIRL!!! I’m proud of you! Thank you for reaching out. Thank you for the personal sacrifice you’re making. People need this! ❤️

[@pamelaturner7927]

Kudos & Bravo Alison.What a good woman & great American.May God Keep You Always in His Light.

[@robertgreen1282]

Such a pretty girl and lady. Hard to believe she played that pinch faced brat. LOL

[@couleuredgirl6314]

robert green Nellie 😂💕‼️

[@normross7424]

She is not the character she played on television.

[@vadamsable]

I know, I used to hate, Nellie Olsen and her uppity mom. But Half Pint needed a worthy nemesis 🤣🤣🤣. My mom loved that show.

[@dmotta2811]

robert green that just shows you what a great actress she was

[@gordonbenoit6493]

Thank you Allison for telling your story by doing so many others who have been down the same path will be able to now have the courage to come forward and speak out keep doing what you’re doing!!! 😊

[@wtcausby]

So sad to hear of this. I have long suspected that such abuse is rampant. Thank-you for speaking out!

[@susansmith4784]

Well done Alison, respect👍 To use unhappy events in your own life to help others is so inspiring. So logical and makes so much sense, noone would leave their kids with a stranger yet they choose to do exactly that with agents😞

[@sososanchez3512]

Teach your children to have a voice... There are No secrets with anyone!!!I don't accept gifts Don't leave them with anyone

[@alext.8456]

I was the cute lil blonde haired people-pleasing, quiet boy with two quiet parents in denial about everything. Yes children need to be taught that they matter and they have a VOICE

[@brigidrohde736]

Soso Sanchez I wouldn’t even leave my kids at sports practices. I attended them all at all times

[@sososanchez3512]

@@alext.8456 Agreed.. The greatest gift one can give their children is The power of Expression....to Voice Care / Dont care about.. I hear my kids out I don't have to like it I'm listening all ears.

[@crwi1364]

Oprah Winfrey was one of Harvey Weinstein's biggest Buddy's yet everyone still watches her show to this day, disgusting😠

[@christinehughes2074]

I was thinking that same thing.

[@gerloyd6098]

I saw her at one of her tour stops...she sounded like a preacher trying to start a new religion! I lost all respect for her and have not watched her since. She is as phoney as a unicorn!! Pathetic, Desperate woman!

[@kiphulbert531]

Boycott weight watchers with whom she foes commercials for

[@gerloyd6098]

@@kiphulbert531 I actually change the station on my television when that ad comes on.

[@l0us3rr]

Kip Hulbert Oprah bought Weight Watchers and is re-branding it as WW

[@Expinupgirl]

You explain this so thoroughly. Thank you for for being the voice for so many who feel they don't have a voice.

[@GinaStanley]

Your so beautiful inside and out and it breaks my heart that you had to go through the abuse but I'm so proud of you. God bless you Alison.

[@moreofawave]

"people will get starstruck" or turn a blind eye to odd situations for stupid reasons

[@Paradroidx]

Right, it becomes the norm. Like Me 2 , ect. Or another mass shooting. Nothing really shock's us anymore. Odd

[@faithlesshound5621]

We see the "starstruck" effect with American presidents. The threshold for unacceptable behavior from them keeps rising.

[@Ceemoon92]

god bless your strength 🙏🙏

[@sharondowell1989]

You were fabulous on the show. So glad you are created this platform. You can not be stopped! Bravo

[@denisespurlock7869]

Great message. Thank you for speaking on this subject Alison.

[@Kilhound]

This is a World Wide Wound that goes all the way to the top.

[@chowfun1976]

She’s sounds exactly the same as she was as Nelly in Little House.

[@lyncaho4507]

I thought the same thing! 👍

[@westiewonder6601]

I was thinking the same thing also.

[@deidremulroe2461]

Yes she does have a distinctive voice.. She was so good at being so bad..!! Now a wonderful embassador for child abuse..👏 Oprah, she just loves anyone who is Rich & Famous..!!! Doesn't look at their character Very shallow ... AND TO THIS DAY I'M STILL IN LOVE WITH MICHAEL LANDON...🥰. R.I.P

[@lorae.perkins8950]

So great to see you “all grown up”. Horrible what you went through, I never would have guessed it watching you. Your portrayal of Nellie Olson was impeccable. No one else could have played that character but you. I watched every day growing up myself, never missed an episode.

[@goldbars777]

Alison was a fabulous actress on one of my favorite shows‼️ Good to see her and I support her cause‼️💙💙💙

[@ng3069]

Oprah’s going down with the rest of them!

[@robmitchell8129]

Bring it on!!!!

[@EphemeralProductions]

So proud of you Alison! So glad you are doing this as are the victims I'm sure!!

[@cassandracremel9230]

What a wonderful brave lady Allison is ❤ and trying to reach out and help other survivors of abuse.

[@stephaniesmith5326]

Tears to my eyes. Absolutely grew up watching Little House. Maybe I'll watch it again!🙋‍♀️

[@littleone-kh6mz]

The parents give their children up just for fame throw their children.

[@rakeldanell]

Lots of folks leave their children in the hands of multiple adults for hours on end, most days of the year. But it's for sports or education, which are more important. But most kids are vulnerable. The whole Nassar tragedy comes to mind.

[@bigpun7916]

Through ....not throw .

[@brittaolson6550]

Lisa Martinez I think a lot of times they got caught up in the glitz and glamour and believe the things people tell them because they’re just hoping for the best. They see these people as doing great things for their children and can’t imagine otherwise. But parents cannot afford to be this naïve. Also, I’m sure some of them do know, and I agree with your comment.

[@Biggdoom344]

Even if it’s not for fame. Many parents are simply too trusting or naive to how prevalent this is. Sports illustrated ran a very scary two part interview about 15 years ago...the mind of a child molester. This guy was a baseball coach and over a period of 20 years molested by his count at least 150 kids. He told of how easy it was and how in many cases parents brought the kids to him unwittingly. He mainly molested boys but also got girls too. He got kids at park, shopping mall and amusement park bathrooms. He talked about how parents don’t pay attention to their kids. He went through how he groomed the kids...and kids from single parent homes were much easier Targets because the mother was looking for a male role model, or single moms looking to date let their sons hang out w him. Some of these guys also earn the trust of the public, coaches, important businessmen, clergy so if things leak out, people are less likely to believe it. It was very methodical and the grooming process w the kid and getting the trust of the parent could take over a year.

[@tyroneaugustine229]

Like Aaliyah parents did gave her to KY Jelly I mean R Kelly

[@VySharieff]

I didn’t know much about energy, as a child. I could feel that girls anger through the screen. I didn’t understand why I couldn’t stand her, now I understand I was feeling her pain😭

[@logicalmusicpro8799]

Omg! I've been thinking about her for around 3 years . I wondered what happened to all the cast members but mainly her . She was the most entertaining on the show both her & the mother . Wow ! I'm sad this happened to her it's upsetting and a soul killer . I just can't imagine what she was going through . God bless her :)

[@SometimeAgo65]

Thank you for speaking up about this!!! It needs to be talked about, not hidden. I wish you could tour and do speeches about this so it would be in the forefront of people's minds. Im?sorry it happened to you, it happened to me too and many many other people. Parents need to talk to the children about this openly so the kids will feel comfortable about coming and telling them about anything out of the way. Bless you ❤

[@ma7608]

I blame the parents too because I wouldn't trust a grown person with them and I'm not supervising them. You should always have that in the back of your mind that anyone in this business or any man that wants to be around a child. Very scary situation. Trust no one

[@jennifermoriarty2188]

No way to live

[@ma7608]

@@jennifermoriarty2188 you can't trust anyone!!!

[@breebee1738]

When I was 5 yrs old and molested, I thought that I was doing something wrong...which is why I did not tell until I was 19 yrs old.

[@birgip.m.1236]

That's sadly all too common. I'm glad you were able to release that and hope you know you did nothing bad nor deserving of that perpetrator's behaviour. I'm sorry you experienced that and carried that toxic thought & emotions with you. Hope you are free now. 💖

[@crystalbishop6971]

Yep and the predator wants you to think its your fault he/she is doing what they are doing-its disgusting!

[@williamfender661]

I am glad you are telling the truth. It's a blessing that you are able to talk about this and move forward with your life. I watched all of the shows when I was growing up. Thank you for sacrificing your childhood to entertain other people the way had to do it. It's a shame that older people take advantage of younger children when they have power over them. SAD

[@pamperez4638]

Brave woman, you are. Thank you for standing up for the silent and defenseless.

[@marilynmalone7238]

I blame it on the parents, it's their job to protect their children! The Village is full of Pedophiles and Evilness!

[@darkeststar3640]

The parents are star struck and they want their kid to make it in the industry

[@assatawells8224]

In most cases the parents are delivering the children to the predators. After all , children don't drive cars.

[@marilynmalone7238]

@@assatawells8224 It's True and very sad!

[@debbiepeter112]

I blame the parents. I would never leave my son with anyone. I dont are whether they can make him a star or whatever. I would be insisting I stay the whole time or we leave!

[@mdvvideoscanada]

Many parents have a part in the betrayed of their children but it is often more than one source. A perpetrator is still at fault and we cannot forget that.

[@lynnstille]

My daughter has a story to share, I wish she could do something like this. It might help her take back her power and get some healing

[@utterlynice1]

So glad you are stepping up and telling all of the truth and exposing these horrible crimes against children! You could have become bitter but you decided to become better and help others! So happy for you!!!

[@iamescential9145]

I literally just started my book about child development. This gives me such bad memories. Poor beautiful girl. So many children are stilllll dealing with this. I pray for more people to come forward. Thank you God.🙏

[@texastea5686]

So sad ... Every time i hear these stars talk about being sexually abused in hollywood, I want them to expose their predators' names. 😠

[@KARENboomboomROXX]

Their family members, pets, etc will be killed. It's simple really. They literally can't tell. I wish I had never told. And I'm a nobody. It ruined my life in ways that can't be explained.

[@birgip.m.1236]

@@KARENboomboomROXX So sorry you had that experience. Hoping your life is much better & brighter now. Thank U for your courage. 💖

[@KARENboomboomROXX]

@@birgip.m.1236 thanks. It's funny you respond to this today, yesterdayy my past came at me again demanding I be silent. So ridiculous.

[@birgip.m.1236]

@@KARENboomboomROXX Warped world. The truth frightens a lot of people. Threatens their staus quo. The work needed in the world now is owning our shadows. Not easy but well worth it. People like you are the new heroes. 💖

[@KARENboomboomROXX]

@@birgip.m.1236 haha 😎I don't know about that, but I'm done living in their lies. 🔥 but thanks.

[@amelsabri469]

I loved house in the prairie and bill cosby show. unfortunately i dont see them the same way.

[@dreamweaver1603]

She obviously wasn’t abused by Michael Landon or anyone else you ever associated that show with. She said she wished she would have told the people on set with her about it because she must believe they would have put a stop to it had they known.

[@katizz988]

How could you see them the same way? You didn't know them. They're actors. All of them are just people who make a lot of money and have been named Celebrity. They're not any better than any of us.

[@elainehelms4076]

Allison was raped by her brother who was an actor in other popular shows.

[@lesavincent6792]

Thank you for speaking out against these criminals, people have got to know

[@skyrimluvr1442]

thank you for speaking out about this and encouraging others❤💕

[@raymondready7496]

100% guilty. 100% executed. It's sad this is the only answer to rid the sexual deviation everywhere it seems these days.

[@hanneloremarutt1568]

I love You. whithout you this series are not compliete and boring You are the special spice to make all the characters interressant also Nelly is a beautifulll Girl and later a responcible character and also beautifull in her mind

[@lisahayle2027]

My mother didn't leave me with a stranger she left me with her father who molested her as a child and then molested me and my brother. It's a major problem among family members as it it with strangers.

[@inthemiddlechic23]

Kudos Allison!! How awful for you - or anyone - to go through such a terrible thing. But I'm so happy that you have risen above it and are doing something to empower not only yourself, but others that have had the same unfortunate experiences. May God bless and keep you. I know you probably won't see this, but at least it is out into the world if you do ever. 💓

[@Scrapegoat]

She mentions the pool... The pool parties are directly discussed in “An Open Secret”. You should still be able to find a full upload on KZbin.

[@lauremurkuns7059]

Thanks. I'll check that out.

[@Scrapegoat]

Laure Murkuns It’s mind-blowing!

[@CeeJay611]

I think I watched it but I'll definitely check it out again. Thanks!!

[@I_am_an_OG]

Please share the link. I can't find it.

[@CeeJay611]

@@I_am_an_OG you can watch it Vimeo. Just type in open secret and click videos. I watched it last night

[@samd7531]

Glad that you are telling the TRUTH ! Proud, that you keep telling it ! And Proud, that your letting men and women know that they can heal from being molested or raped. And live a Good and Productive Life. 💯👍#Truth

[@marskifill9158]

The Pl Pl ⚀

[@marskifill9158]

8th GRADE

[@marskifill9158]

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[@jessicanelson9545]

I am so glad that you are speaking out about this! I loved you as Nellie Olsen ( YOU made the show great!), but this is the greatest role you will ever play. TAKE THEM DOWN! God bless you!

[@missymissymiss5192]

Why am I just seeing this now? This seems like incredibly timely work by Allison. Well done.

[@lulu-qw8xy]

God bless you Alison, thank you for your video and much love to you ❤

[@choklit4u]

this makes me wanna watch little house on the Prairie

[@lashabridges7182]

ByeWig I watch it everyday

[@lyncaho4507]

Me too 👍

[@cnltaf4532]

Thank you for all you do,.. much light n love to you dear Alison

[@lynnemayotte2231]

You wonderful, brave young lady. How courageous and generous of heart of you to now help those little ones that need someone to tell them and then listen to them. Thank you so much and must say I am 74 and just loved hating you on Little House while my children watched and my one daughter always cried. Thanks.

[@kiwifruits527]

Great Lady💗

[@zorahorne5312]

This is why judges shouldn't take plea deals for these DEMONS, they should go throuh trial and get the maximum amount of time that can be given in prison.

[@cu5864]

I agree. Once they are proven guilty they shoud be fed to gators...slowly.

[@cu5864]

@Craig F. Thompson Fine, a meat grinder then. Or an industrial microwave... one limb at a time.

[@tyroneaugustine229]

These demons got them judges by the mental balls!!

[@tyroneaugustine229]

@Craig F. Thompson how would you feel if it's one of yours sounds like a right broken wing liberal!

[@parkerplace2910]

Alison...never give up! You have a voice of strength. People need you. Michael Landon would want this. Sincerely, a Little House fan for decades.

[@timmyles314]

I’m sorry you were victim of Hollywood but so glad you found courage an strength to stand up and say “ This is wrong ... an tell your story “ . May God Bless You .