Tatum O'Neal

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I've overcome physical and mental brutality - and fought back.

I've purged myself of bitterness and anger and remained open to love.

Griffin, my brother, 11 months younger, was sometimes the victim of my father's fury - once Ryan famously knocked out his teeth.

Paper Moon didn't bring me love.

Things get so sloppy when you're under the influence.

Ryan finally came to my rescue. He'd thought working together in Paper Moon would help us bond.

I've stood my ground in life, alone, even against overwhelming forces with the might and money to crush me.

Certain struggles never end.

I remained Ryan's companion on the Hollywood party circuit, growing inured to sex and drugs before I was in my teens.