Jane Fonda took to the stage at the 2025 SAG Awards to accept her Lifetime Achievement Award, with a touching introduction by Julia Louis-Dreyfus. The actress was recognized for her numerous accolades, including her Oscar and Emmy wins.
However, Fonda’s past was also highlighted in Louis-Dreyfus’s speech, particularly her history with former President Richard Nixon. In 1973, Fonda sued the president for harassment, alleging that he and top government officials conspired to deprive her of her constitutional rights. The lawsuit sought $2.8 million.
Fonda’s experience was part of a larger counterintelligence program called COINTELPRO, aimed at intimidating anti-war activists and civil rights figures. She claimed that she was unfairly targeted due to her privileged status as a white woman, but refused to be intimidated.
The alleged harassment had significant consequences for Fonda’s career, with studios refusing to work with her and even issuing a proclamation in Maryland banning her from the state. Despite these challenges, Fonda persevered, using her platform to advocate for social justice causes.
Decades later, Fonda continues to stand as a vocal activist and a powerful force in the fight for human rights. Her Lifetime Achievement Award is well-deserved recognition of her tireless efforts.
Source: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/jane-fonda-defiant-history-richard-030901606.html