Alan Ritchson Opens Up About Sexual Assault and Suicide Attempt
Actor Alan Ritchson revealed that he was sexually assaulted by a "very famous photographer" during his time as a model, leading to an "existential crisis" and a suicide attempt in 2019. He also alleged that fashion photographer Mario Testino touched him inappropriately at a Paris Fashion Week dinner in 2014. Despite the trauma, Ritchson found success as an actor, starring in the lead role of "Reacher." He empathized with women enduring similar experiences and highlighted the unfairness and challenges faced by models in the industry.
