Fonda tells of mother's abuse agony

Jane Fonda has told an audience of activists and philanthropists that her mother was sexually abused as a child before eventually committing suicide at 42.

Fonda tells of mother's abuse agony

Jane Fonda has told an audience of activists and philanthropists that her mother was sexually abused as a child before eventually committing suicide at 42.

Fonda shared the personal story at an event celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Rape Treatment Centre, which provides free treatment for sexual assault victims.

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