Julianne Moore has spoken out about the shock of learning her children’s book, Freckleface Strawberry, was banned from Department of Defense schools under the Trump Administration.
The Academy Award-winning actress, known for Still Alice, authored the 2007 book based on her own childhood nickname due to her red hair and freckles. The story follows a young girl learning to embrace her uniqueness, promoting self-acceptance.
Despite its positive message, Moore revealed on Instagram that the book is prohibited in certain schools. She expressed disappointment, particularly as a graduate of Frankfurt American High School, a Department of Defense school, and as the daughter of a Vietnam War veteran.
Moore questioned why a book about self-acceptance would be considered controversial, emphasizing that she wrote it to remind children that struggles unite us. She expressed sadness over the ban in a country that values free speech and thanked PEN America for highlighting the issue.
