Brooke Shields Recalls Borderline Criminal Teenage Interview

Brooke Shields endured heavy backlash at age 15, following her 80's Calvin Klein jeans campaign.

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The model's campaign line about nothing coming between her and her Calvins was misunderstood as sexual.

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Shields recalled being interviewed by Barbara Walters and attacked with questions about her sexual history.

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The 56-year-old regarded Walter's probing as borderline criminal, invasive, and in no way journalism.

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"The Blue Lagoon" actress and her mother were hounded by the public about her statement.

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Shields said her line was unrelated to underwear, and she was considered savvier than she was.

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The backlash backfired as the campaign ended up placing Calvin Klein on the map.

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Shields ensures that her daughters, 18-year-old Rowan and 15-year-old Grier, have confidence and body positivity.

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The mother-of-two keeps them largely away from public scrutiny and wants them to love their bodies.

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