I'm A Celebrity's GK Barry reveals harrowing rape ordeal for first time
TV personality and influencer GK Barry has publicly shared her experience of being raped at age 17 by an older manager. She is speaking out to raise awareness and support others who have experienced sexual assault.
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Highlights the prevalence of sexual assault and the importance of survivors sharing their stories to combat stigma.
GK Barry has bravely opened up about being raped as a teen (Picture: Ken McKay/ITV/Shutterstock)
TV star and influencer GK Barry has opened up about being raped aged 17 by an older boss.
The TikTok sensation, who rose to online fame during the pandemic, is known for her sarcastic, dry humour and hilarious stories.
However, behind the hilarious podcast host persona is a trauma she’s never shared until now.
GK, real name Grace Keeling, 27, has spoken out about her sexual assault to send an important message to other women, particularly her young audience, saying it’ll be ‘worth it’ if it helps ‘even one of them’.
The I’m A Celebrity campmate had previously told just five people, including her parents and girlfriend, what she went through and vowed to move on, pretending it didn’t happen.
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