Dear Charlize Theron and Gwyneth Paltrow: Googling Yourself Isn’t “Rape” or “War”

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The two Oscar-winning actresses both broadcast their ignorance recently, comparing the cybersnark they receive online to the horrors of “rape” and “war.” How wildly out of touch.

Published May 31 2014 5:45AM EDT

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In between dusting their Oscar statuettes, sipping kale smoothies, and nibbling on quinoa, Gwyneth Paltrow and Charlize Theron decided to see what happens when people stop being polite and start getting real.

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First came Steven Spielberg’s goddaughter, Paltrow.

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Dear Charlize Theron and Gwyneth Paltrow: Googling Yourself Isn’t “Rape” or “War”

The two Oscar-winning actresses both broadcast their ignorance recently, comparing the cybersnark they receive online to the horrors of “rape” and “war.” How wildly out of touch.

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