I can’t even begin to tell you how many casting couches I was attacked on. Not just by casting people, but by stars.

Jenny McCarthy American actress, model, activist, television personality and author

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This quote suggests that Jenny McCarthy, who is a model, experienced unwanted sexual advances and harassment from powerful people in the entertainment industry, including both casting directors and famous actors. It describes a serious problem called the "casting couch" where people in positions of power exploit vulnerable aspiring artists. The quote highlights how widespread and pervasive this kind of abusive behavior can be in the entertainment world.

About Jenny McCarthy

Jenny McCarthy is an American actress, model, and television personality. She began her career as a Playboy Playmate and later had a successful acting and hosting career, including co-hosting ‘The View’. However, she has faced criticism for her promotion of the debunked idea that vaccines cause autism.

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