Proud to be part of generation that's not putting up with harassment: Ansel Elgort

Image
Press Trust of India Los Angeles
Last Updated : Apr 24 2018 | 4:05 PM IST

Ansel Elgort says he is proud to be a part of today's generation that has sounded the bugle against sexual harassment and abuse in Hollywood in the form of #MeToo campaign.

The 24-year-old actor-singer said though he has not faced harassment, it is unfortunate that several people had to deal with the misconduct throughout their careers.

"I'm glad that I'm young. I haven't really had to deal with this stuff. People who are older, their whole careers they've dealt with harassment. That sucks. I'm proud to be part of a younger generation that's not putting up with that and is changing everything," Elgort told Variety.

"Men right now, we don't look to good. I'm proud to be a young dude who can set a good example for men," the "Baby Driver" star added.

The #MeToo campaign that sparked off a debate in Hollywood late last year, had actors along with people from other walks of life share their stories of sexual abuse.

The reportage of multiple allegations of sexual harassment, including rape, against media mogul Harvey Weinstein last October, was touted as the "watershed moment" in the history of the entertainment industry.

Disclaimer: No Business Standard Journalist was involved in creation of this content

*Subscribe to Business Standard digital and get complimentary access to The New York Times

Smart Quarterly

₹900

3 Months

₹300/Month

SAVE 25%

Smart Essential

₹2,700

1 Year

₹225/Month

SAVE 46%
*Complimentary New York Times access for the 2nd year will be given after 12 months

Super Saver

₹3,900

2 Years

₹162/Month

Subscribe

Renews automatically, cancel anytime

Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans

Exclusive premium stories online

  • Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors

Complimentary Access to The New York Times

  • News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic

Business Standard Epaper

  • Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share

Curated Newsletters

  • Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox

Market Analysis & Investment Insights

  • In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor

Archives

  • Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997

Ad-free Reading

  • Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements

Seamless Access Across All Devices

  • Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app

More From This Section

First Published: Apr 24 2018 | 4:05 PM IST

Next Story