Donna Rice quotes

Donna Rice, an American model and actress, gained public attention in the late 1980s for her involvement in a political scandal. Born on January 7, 1958, in New Jersey, Donna began her career as a model before transitioning into acting. However, her life took an unexpected turn when she became linked to then-presidential candidate Gary Hart. This scandal, which involved rumors of an extramarital affair, ultimately derailed Hart's campaign. Despite facing immense scrutiny and media attention, Donna Rice leveraged this experience to raise awareness about privacy rights and personal ethics. Today, she focuses on empowering women and advocating for responsible journalism. Her journey serves as a reminder of the impact of media on personal lives and the need for integrity in public discourse.

It was hard to turn down the money since I didn't have a job, but I didn't want to exploit my notoriety because I knew the way I'd been living was wrong.

- Donna Rice

I also had to work through the violation of my date rape, my unhealthy relationships with men, my anger toward the people involved in the scandal, and those who exploited me afterwards.

- Donna Rice

Since it was too difficult to get into the Screen Actor's Guild in New York, I moved to Miami in 1982 and started a successful career as a television commercial actress, obtaining my SAG card there.

- Donna Rice

Although I'd first seen Senator Hart in Aspen, Colorado, at a New Year's Day party in 1987, we hadn't talked.

- Donna Rice

Shortly thereafter, some friends encouraged me to try out for the Miss South Carolina World beauty pageant. To my surprise, I won - and was sent to New York City to compete nationally.

- Donna Rice

Pornography changes the attitudes and lifestyles of those who consume it, no matter how old a person is.

- Donna Rice