9 Celebrities Who Experienced Abusive Past From Their Loved Ones

The term "abuse" encompasses a wide range of behaviors. Physical, psychological, sexual, or any mix of these forms of abuse are all possible. Sadly, numerous well-known figures have been victims of sexual assault and other forms of abuse. Many of them share their stories hoping that it may give other victims the strength to heal. Call the national hotline at 1-800-799-7233 for help if you've been a victim of abuse and want to talk to someone.
As an example, Chris Brown, the abusive boyfriend of Rihanna, was involved in a highly public episode of domestic abuse. After the incident, photos were posted showing Rihanna's bruised and swollen face. Both performers decided not to perform at the Grammys because of the event that took place the night before the ceremony.

1. Megan Thee Stallion

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Assault charges against Tory Lanez for allegedly shooting Megan Thee Stallion were reportedly dropped, but the rapper soon rushed to Twitter to clarify that this was not the case. Lanez's new court date is February 25, 2021, instead of January 20. Initially, he was arrested on felony charges of assault with a semiautomatic weapon, personal use of a firearm, and transporting a loaded, unregistered handgun.
All of this stemmed from an event in the Hollywood Hills on July 12, 2020. In October of 2020, the district attorney's office publicly acknowledged the "gun accusation and that he inflicted significant physical damage" against Lanez. The maximum possible sentence for his conviction is 22 years and 8 months in state prison. He's disputed the allegations against him and entered a not-guilty plea.

2. Charlize Theron

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In Charlize Theron's childhood, her violent father routinely threatened to murder everyone. After Theron's father returned home intoxicated and enraged one night, the mother shot him to protect her daughter.

3. Halle Berry

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Halle Berry suffered from a physically and emotionally abusive father as a child. The Oscar winner spoke out to host James Lipton about her troubled history on his show "Inside the Actor's Studio."

4. Rihanna

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Rihanna's ex-boyfriend, Chris Brown, abused her physically and emotionally. Photos of the pop star's bruised and swollen face were posted shortly after the attack.

5. Madonna

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When Madonna was 19 years old, she was raped on a New York City rooftop. The four years she was married to Sean Penn were filled with emotional and physical violence from Penn.

6. Drew Barrymore

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Drew Barrymore was abused and neglected by her father, actor John Barrymore. As a child star, Drew had early experiences with drugs, alcohol, and sexual activity.

7. Shakira

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The ex-boyfriend of Shakira abused her in the home. The singer from Colombia is becoming a global icon for women's liberation.

8. Kate Moss

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Kate Moss and Pete Doherty had a very unhealthy relationship characterized by regular drug use and abuse from both parties. Moss just proposed to Jamie Hince of the band The Kills.

9. Christina Aguilera

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Growing up, Christina Aguilera was mentally and physically beaten by her father. Since she was a teenager, the singer has not spoken to her father.