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Sharon Stone was sexually abused by her grandfather as a child
Actress Sharon Stone has revealed in her new memoir “The Beauty of Living Twice” that she and her sister Kelly were sexually abused by their grandfather during their childhood.
The 63-year-old writes that their grandmother facilitated the abuse by locking the three of them in a room.
The experience left both sisters traumatized and they felt a sense of relief when their grandfather eventually passed away.
Stone was 14 and her sister was 11 when he died. The actress writes that the relief they felt was palpable when they saw his body in the casket at his funeral.
“I poked him, and the bizarre satisfaction that he was at last dead hit me like a ton of ice. I looked at [Kelly] and she understood; she was 11, and it was over,” Stone writes about the experience.
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Stone and Kelly grew up in Meadville, Pennsylvania. In addition to sharing about the sexual abuse she and her sister endured, Stone’s memoir covers other personal experiences, including her experience filming the infamous “Basic Instinct” scene, which she claims she was tricked into filming.
The actress also writes about her near-death experience in 2001 when she suffered a brain stroke.
Stone has had a successful career in Hollywood, starring in numerous films and television shows over the years.
In “The Beauty of Living Twice,” Stone speaks candidly about the challenges she has faced and the lessons she has learned throughout her life.
The memoir offers insight into Stone’s personal journey and her experiences in the entertainment industry.
The book is set to be released on March 30 and is sure to be a candid and revealing look at the actress’s life and career.
Stone’s story of surviving sexual abuse and overcoming numerous challenges is sure to inspire and empower readers.
It takes immense courage to speak out about experiences of sexual abuse, especially when they occurred during childhood.
By sharing her story, Stone is not only helping to shed light on the prevalence of sexual abuse, but also giving a voice to others who may have experienced similar trauma.
The release of “The Beauty of Living Twice” comes at a time when the issue of sexual abuse and harassment is at the forefront of public discourse.
Stone’s willingness to share her story is a powerful example of the importance of speaking out about these issues and taking a stand against abuse and harassment.
