How Scarlett Johansson, Jessica Chastain, Camila Cabello and More Have Spoken Out on Abortion Rights

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Wilson Chapman editorThis Friday saw the Supreme Court officially overturn Roe v. Wade, in a landmark decision effectively reversing federal protection of abortion.

The news prompted widespread condemnations from across Hollywood, with many notable celebrities decrying the limitation of abortion rights and people’s right to choose.Hollywood has long been vocal about the importance of abortion rights, with celebrities speaking out against attempts to limit reproductive rights in the United States.

Rita Moreno shared a horrific story about her botched abortion procedure done before the 1973 law. In light of the decision made by the Supreme Court, we wanted to revisit important conversations Hollywood and activists have shared over a woman’s right to chose. Scarlett Johansson During the 2016 Power of Women event, actor Scarlett Johansson was honored for her support of reproductive healthcare provider Planned Parenthood, saying the organization has “always been there for me and the 2.5 million men and women who rely on their services annually.” She opened up about using Planned Parenthood services as a teenager, and spoke about the importance of protecting a women’s right to choose.“Planned Parenthood provides a safe and healthy environment to make some of the important decisions she will ever face in her life,” Johansson said. “I’m not just talking about exercising her right to choose.

I’m talking about making choices for her body and her family … as most of you know, Planned Parenthood has been under attack for many years now for another service they thankfully offer, for providing a safe place for legal abortions.”“A women’s right to choose what to do with her body shouldn’t just be a women’s rights issue, it’s the year