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Why Geena Davis Disappeared From Hollywood

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Geena Davis, the Academy Award-winning actress, opens up about her unexpected Hollywood hiatus and her remarkable journey beyond the silver screen.
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  • In the late 90s, Davis stepped away from Hollywood to focus on her passion for gender equality, founding the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media to analyze and address the industry's lack of female representation.
  • Despite her Oscar win and acclaimed roles, Davis reveals she struggled with a deep sense of insecurity, admitting she
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