Mia Farrow, a legendary figure in Hollywood, has spoken out in support of actors who continue to work with her ex-husband, Woody Allen, despite the deeply controversial accusations surrounding his personal life for decades. The allegations, which claim Allen molested their adopted daughter Dylan Farrow when she was just seven years old, have divided public opinion since the 1990s.
In an interview on CBS Sunday Morning alongside her Broadway co-star Patti LuPone, Farrow addressed the matter with a surprising level of understanding. When asked how she feels regarding actors who work with Allen, she expressed that she “completely understands” their decisions. “Oh yeah, yeah,” she said. “And I completely understand if an actor decides to work with him. I’d not say, ‘Oh, they shouldn’t.’”
This statement contrasts much of the Hollywood community, which has distanced itself from Allen after the allegations surfaced. Over the years, actors such as Timothée Chalamet and Greta Gerwig have openly regretted working with the director. However, Farrow seems to have made peace with the complicated past involving Allen, stating that she is now “at peace” and content being out of the limelight.
Woody Allen’s Response and Memoir
The allegations first came to light in 1992, when Dylan, then seven years old, told her mother about the alleged abuse. Allen has consistently denied these claims, asserting in his 2020 memoir Apropos of Nothing that Dylan’s memories were influenced by Mia Farrow. According to Allen, Mia Farrow manipulated their daughter by singing a song called “Daddy in the Attic,” planting the false idea that he molested her.
Although Allen’s version of events has been highly scrutinized, Mia Farrow’s children, including Dylan, have firmly stood by their mother. In a statement released in 2018, they expressed unwavering support for Mia Farrow, commending her as a loving and devoted parent.
Allen v. Farrow: Dark Chapter in Hollywood
The tension between the Farrows and Allen reached a boiling point with the release of the 2021 HBO docuseries Allen v. Farrow. The series presented previously unseen footage that appeared to support Dylan’s claims of abuse. Mia Farrow and Dylan were interviewed, sharing their painful recollections of the events. In response, Allen and his wife, Soon-Yi Previn, whom Allen married after Farrow adopted her, dismissed the series as biased and filled with falsehoods.
Despite the persistent controversy, Mia Farrow’s recent comments show a level of understanding and grace not commonly found in public figures connected to such deeply personal and traumatic events.