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In Season 2 of “The Real Housewives of Potomac,” Karen Huger shared that she’s a sexual assault survivor. Before her daughter Rayvin Huger headed off to college, the “Real Housewives” star expressed how scared she was to see her youngest go. So, the two attended a self-defense class where Karen opened up about being raped when she was in college. “If you find yourself unfortunately in any of these situations, fight for your life,” she told Rayvin as she struggled to hold back tears. “Forget everything we taught you about being kind and just come back to me whole.”
Karen recalled that moment changing her. “I said no and I remember him saying the most heinous things to me,” she said. “I just remember my soul leaving my body.” After speaking out, Huger received an award from Promoting Awareness | Victim Empowerment (PAVE). In an interview with Page Six, Huger revealed that her attacker was a public figure and she has chosen not to reveal his identity, despite him passing away. “But I forgave him a long time ago, that is why I lead the life I do today, forgiveness is a part of it,” she said. Of talking about it on the reality series, Huger said she hoped to shed light on the suicide rates of other survivors. “I am put in a very wonderful position to show that when adversity comes your way it doesn’t stop you, it can propel you,” she said.
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If you or anyone you know has been a victim of sexual assault, help is available. Visit the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network website or contact RAINN’s National Helpline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673).
