Naomi, Wynonna Judd reveal $3Xual abuse past after Ashley Judd makes similar claims in memoir
Hot on the heels of Ashley Judd‘s revelation that she was $3Xually abused as a child, mother Naomi and sister Wynonna have come forward to say the same.
Ashley’s memoir, “All That Is Bitter And Sweet,” was released Tuesday, and details not only her sordid $3Xual past, but also her dysfunctional relationships with the rest of the Judd family.
Naomi and Wynonna, whose documentary series called “The Judds” premieres on OWN Sunday, opened up to the co-hosts of “The View” Thursday about their complicated pasts.
“I never told a single soul until about two years ago,” Naomi, 65, said, recounting the therapy session where she revealed her first memory is of being $3Xually abused as a young child.
Wynonna, 46, said she found out about her mother’s experience in front of the cameras for their show, which made her uncomfortable.
The Judds, pictured in 2003, often feuded in the public spotlight. (Corkery for News)
“This is such a personal thing,” she said, “but I think we’re willing to step out on faith and hope that it helps someone else to tell someone because there is a lot of shame and secrecy, and it shows that everyone in our family that this is affecting us [and] to watch out for the next generation.”
When Walters asked Wynonna if she was $3Xually abused, too, the singer answered in the affirmative as Naomi wiped away tears.
Wynonna further added that she understands people are surprised that she and her family are putting their “crap out there,” but she explained she’s “sick and tired of the problem” of $3Xual abuse.
“I want to be part of the solution,” she said.
There’s “the shame and the guilt of people thinking they had something to do with it or earned it in some way” that keeps victims from speaking up, Wynonna said.
“The veil has been lifted,” she said. “There are no more secrets. We can now live in truth and we don’t have to worry about someone going on VH1 [‘Behind the Music’] and telling our story for us.”
The mother-daughter duo also discussed 42-year-old Ashley’s memoir.
“People are trying to almost pin us against each other,” Wynonna said. “And I wanted to come out today and say, listen, we agree to disagree in our family. But we show up because we support each other for who we are.”
Naomi admitted she agreed “in a way” with Ashley’s claims that she was neglected as a child, but added that “I adore my daughter.”
“These two girls, and my husband of course, are the joy of my life,” she said. “I support Ashley.”
Added Wynonna, “We’re allowing each of us to have a voice.
“We all have three different realities of the same car ride to the nightmares we were in,” she said, “and it’s her turn to tell her side of the story.”
News
[$H0CKING NEWS] Tanner Frick Quit ‘The Voice’ Season 26
Why Tanner Frick Quit ‘The Voice’ Season 26 Host Carson Daly revealed that the 26-year-old country singer Tanner Frick left ‘The Voice. The first night of 3-Way Knockouts for Season 26 of The Voice took place tonight with coaches Reba McEntire, Snoop Dogg and Gwen Stefani each…
[BREAKING NEWS] Ryan Seacrest continues to be criticized for trying to turn ‘Wheel of Fortune’ into ‘Jeopardy!’. Here’s all you need to know
‘Wheel of Fortune’ Fans Rate Ryan Seacrest & Say He Is Turning Show Into ‘Jeopardy!’ Getty Images/ABC Ryan Seacrest has officially banked two full months at Wheel of Fortune, stepping into the big shoes of Pat Sajak alongside Vanna White since making his debut September 9….
[BREAKING NEWS] ‘The Price is Right’: Drew Carey makes a controversial move when the contestant triumphed
‘The Price is Right’: Drew Carey Flings Money Into Air After ‘Future Star’ Has Wild Win Price is Right YouTube Drew Carey had a “future star” on his hands on Friday’s (November 8) episode of The Price is Right and offered some advice…
[$H0CKING NEWS] ‘The Price Is Right’ Drew Carey Makes Stuns As He Insults Model On-Air
‘The Price Is Right’ Drew Carey Insults Model On-Air Drew Carey is known for making jokes in his role as host of The Price is Right, notably when he recently asked to marry a contestant. During a recent episode, Carey made a…
[BREAKING NEWS] Wheel of Fortune contestant goes VIRAL with one of the most hilarious wrong answers ever
Wheel of Fortune contestant goes viral with one of the most hilarious wrong answers ever A new week of Wheel of Fortune kicked off on Monday, with a contestant giving one of the most hilarious wrong answers in recent memory. Host…
[MUST WATCH] Kelly Clarkson’s Stunning Cover Of An Emotional Reba McEntire Ballad
Watch Kelly Clarkson’s Stunning Cover Of An Emotional Reba McEntire Ballad Photo: Getty Images Kelly Clarkson delivered a stunning rendition of a ballad that Reba McEntire released more than three decades ago. Clarkson’s cover took place on The Kelly Clarkson Show this week. “I love…
End of content
No more pages to load