Willow Shields, famed for her role as Primrose Everdeen in “The Hunger Games” series, recently took to Instagram to share a very personal photo with her followers, though not entirely by her own choice.
Back in April 2023, the actress found herself in a difficult situation when she was “blackmailed” over private naked pictures.
Someone had accessed her private photos and threatened to share them online.
In a bold move to reclaim her power, Willow decided to post the photo herself on Instagram.
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Alongside the photo, the “Spinning Out” star expressed her feelings and thoughts:
“I’m being blackmailed and extorted for nude photos of myself, something private that was never meant to be shared with the whole world.
“I’m taking back the control and sharing it with you first. Here’s the photo they emailed and attached threatening to share with my friends, family, and the internet.
“They claim to have many more ‘less tame’ photos to use against me. I will not let someone else make choices involving my own body, I will not allow someone to have power over me.”
Willow also mentioned that she had reported the person to the FBI and expressed her hope that the authorities would take the matter seriously and pursue the criminal.
She added, “I also share this because I know how many other people are affected daily by revenge porn, and nude leaks, that are carried out by hackers and criminals in an effort to break down body, and mind, both deeply vulnerable.
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“I understand and I’m sorry it exists. I will not stand for any slut shaming, this is my body, and I will share it with whomever I choose.”
The courage Willow showed garnered a lot of support and praise from her 800,000 followers.
“We stand with you Willow and I am so sorry this is happening to you,” one fan commented.
Another supporter expressed their empathy and admiration, saying, “I’m so so so sorry this is happening to you. I applauded your approach to owning your power and not allowing another to take it from you.
“Have always been a massive fan, and now even more so. Solidarity sis.”
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A third fan complimented her, writing, “You are absolutely beautiful Willow. You’re doing an incredible thing here, do not let anyone tell you differently.”
Bella Thorne, another Disney star who faced a similar situation, also reached out: “Right now! I worked with the FBI too on something very similar.”
Willow initially rose to fame as the younger sister of Katniss Everdeen (played by Jennifer Lawrence) in the “Hunger Games” film trilogy.
