In a recent airing of the final episode of the HBO docuseries Allen v Farrow, Mia Farrow, 76, revealed her feelings about the relationship between her ex-partner Woody Allen and her adopted daughter Soon-Yi Previn, now 50.
Despite the complexities surrounding their family dynamics, Farrow accused Allen of ‘weaponizing' Soon-Yi against her.
During the four-part documentary, Farrow shared her perspective on the situation.
Soon-Yi was adopted by Farrow in 1978, and in 1992, she began a romantic involvement with Allen, who was 56 at the time, while she was 21.
The couple later married in 1997 and have since raised two adopted children together.
Prior to her relationship with Allen, Farrow had seven children from her previous marriage with André Previn.
These included twins Matthew and Sascha Previn, Lark Song Previn, Fletcher Previn, Summer ‘Daisy' Song Previn, Soon-Yi Previn, and Moses Previn.
Reflecting on her past, Farrow expressed deep affection for all her children, including Soon-Yi.
She recounted holding onto a Christmas stocking she had made for Soon-Yi for six years, hoping for her return.
Farrow stated, “They are all people I loved with all my heart.
They are all people that I would've laid down my life for.”
Farrow also revealed her regret in inviting Allen into her family, referring to it as her biggest mistake.
She accused Allen of turning Soon-Yi and Moses, now 43, against her.
Moses previously defended Allen in 2014 and alleged that Farrow had been an abusive mother.
The allegations of s–ual abuse made by Farrow's daughter Dylan in 1992 further strained the family dynamic.
Dylan, now 35, accused Allen of abuse when she was seven years old.
Although Allen denied the claims and was not charged, a Connecticut prosecutor acknowledged the potential for a criminal case.
In a poignant moment during the series, Dylan expressed guilt over the rift in their family caused by her accusations.
She shared how the family dynamics shifted after the incident, leading to a period of isolation and internalized emotions.
The impact of these events resonated deeply within the family, causing significant distress and emotional turmoil.
Farrow described the aftermath as a turning point that shattered the unity they once shared.
The siblings struggled to cope with the fallout, with many attempting to navigate through the difficult times on their own.
Farrow's trust in relationships was severely affected by the ordeal, admitting that she refrained from introducing partners to her family out of fear of history repeating itself.
The betrayal she experienced with Allen led her to be cautious in forming new connections.
Despite the challenges and rifts within the family, Farrow remains resilient and reflective about the past.
The revelations shared in the HBO series shed light on the complexities and hardships faced by the individuals involved, portraying a narrative of resilience and perseverance amidst adversity.
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