Pamela Anderson sparks controversy for blaming sexual harassment victims

Pamela Anderson has been facing backlash over her comments that Harvey Weinstein victims walked into their own assault and need to stop making excuses.

The ‘Baywatch’ star, in an interview with Megyn Kelly, said that it's common sense not to go into a hotel room with a man. “I think it was common knowledge that certain producers and certain people in Hollywood are people to avoid privately. You know what you’re getting into if you go to a hotel room alone,” she said.

The 50-years-old actress appeared on American broadcaster NBC's ‘Megyn Kelly Today’ programme.

She also said, “When I came to Hollywood, of course I had a lot of offers to do private auditions and things that made absolutely no sense. Just common sense, don’t go into a hotel room alone. If someone enters a door in a bathrobe, leave. These things that are common sense.”

She later clarified her position in a blog entry, stating, “I did not say that women deserved being abused or that the pigs like Weinstein were not to be punished. Quite the opposite, I said myself that Weinstein is a sexist pig and a bully. So this is not victim blaming but looking at the issue from the angle of women being aware of certain problems and how to spot them and fight them,” The Sun reported.

After facing severe backlash for her comment, she also posted a long message through her Instagram post.

Re- My interview on #todayshow #megynkelly Somebody had to say this. Please don’t worry. Refer people to my blog and long standing commitment to defending the vulnerable. We have the power to be safe and free by using common sense. My message is consistent throughout- I'm a deep thinker / I have a unique perspective. and consequence is part of my life. This is great. I am also an advocate for men. I just don't agree with it all. Backlash is good. - I like this. My position is not 'problematic' because I doesn't fall in line with the common herd or trend. I'm trying to tell women as a survivor of childhood abuse myself - It is important to be proactive as an adult who knows better - in defending themselves. Don't get in cars with strangers #rideresponsibly- Don't go to Hotel rooms alone for an audition. Women are powerful and smart and we can use all our charms in more positive ways. I think it’s very smart to be proactive. And I stand by what I say. My mother taught me - protect yourself. Especially with my ‘image’’ - she and I were worried it could give people wrong Impression. I am not an easy girl and have not had as many partners people might think. I believe in love and commitment and common sense. This is why I'm usually married. It is how I feel safe and protected in a sexual relationship. .A monogamous lover is the best and most brave lover there is. I only want intimate sexual experiences - where I can be free to give my wildest fantasies to someone who loves me. and never have used sex as a weapon. It's just too easy. #bestrong #staysafe #noblame @todayshow #solutions #nodrama

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