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'I felt ill': Brendan Fraser describes sexual assault that nearly made him quit acting

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Brendan Fraser says he was physically groped by Philip Berk , a former president of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association .

Fraser said he tried to bury his feelings about the incident, but he was moved into action after seeing actresses and actors speaking up at this year 's Golden Globes .

He said it's time to speak out and other male victims of harassment are supporting him.

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36

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27

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27

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informal

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English

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46

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likely offensive

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short-lived

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