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Winona Ryder Reflects On Bullying And Finding Herself In Beetlejuice

Winona Ryder poses for photographers upon arrival for the premiere of the film 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' and the opening ceremony of the 81st edition of the Venice Film Festival in Venice, Italy, on W

Winona Ryder, the acclaimed actress known for her iconic roles in films like Beetlejuice and Edward Scissorhands, recently opened up about her experiences with bullying during her teenage years. In a candid interview with Esquire UK, the 52-year-old reflected on the challenges she faced both before and after her breakout role in Beetlejuice.

Despite her success in the film industry, Winona revealed that she was subjected to bullying in school, with the situation worsening after her role as Lydia in Beetlejuice. She recalled being taunted with hurtful remarks like 'You’re a witch! You’re a freak!' which only amplified the bullying she endured.

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