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Gabrielle Union Discusses Nate Parker's Rape Allegations

Gabrielle Union Discusses Nate Parker's Rape Allegations

Gabrielle Union shows off a great look on the cover of Essence magazine’s November 2016 issue, on newsstands October 14.

Here’s what the 42-year-old actress had to share with the mag:

On Birth of a Nation and Nate Parker‘s rape case: “…As a rape survivor and as an advocate, I cannot shy away from this responsibility because the conversation got difficult. I don’t want to put myself above anyone’s pain or triggers. Every victim or survivor, I believe you. I support you. I support you if you don’t want to see the film. I absolutely understand and respect that. I can’t sell the film. This movie has always been about more than one person, and for the outspoken feminist advocates and allies who risked a lot to be a part of this project�”Aja Naomi King, Aunjanue Ellis, Penelope Ann Miller�”we are okay if you have to sit this one out, and we’re okay if you don’t, and we understand…”

For more from Gabrielle, visit Essence.com.

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Credit: Dennis Leupold/Essence
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