Gabrielle Union has spoken candidly and openly about the fact that she was sexually assaulted at 19 and now she is coming to pop star Rihanna’s defense whose new music video for the song “Man Down” has caused controversy for its depiction of a sexual abuse victim who ultimately shoots her attacker. Union wrote on Twitter that the video tells a story that hits close to home for her because during her rape she tried to shoot the rapist but missed. The actress added that she realized that killing the rapist would have added insult to injury and would have added to her troubles. Union also praised the video for raising awareness and encouraging a discussion about sexual abuse.