In the wake of International Women’s Day 2024, Brooke Shields has once again captured the world’s attention, not for her timeless beauty or her illustrious career, but for her poignant reflections on the harrowing experiences of young stars in Hollywood. Shields, who became a household name following her role in the controversial film Pretty Baby at just 12 years old, has been vocal about the sexualization she endured as a child actor and the broader implications it still holds for the entertainment industry over four decades later.