Taryn Manning (44) Opens up About Controversial Video Says Holly Hartman Is Not Her Girlfriend
Taryn Manning is speaking out after a video showing a violent incident with Holly Hartman went viral, making headlines and sparking rumors. The 47-year-old actress, best known for her role on Orange is the New Black, made it clear that Hartman is not her girlfriend.
Manning explained that Hartman, 36, is someone she has known for nearly 18 years and has been trying to help. Hartman had been facing homelessness, so Manning allowed her to stay in a private office space she owns.
On March 31, Manning took to social media to share her side of the story. She expressed frustration at how news outlets were reporting the incident, saying the full context was missing.
Regarding the dating rumors, she said plainly, “Girlfriend? Ha NOPE.” She admitted that she avoided watching the coverage herself because it was too upsetting. “Violence is never, ever, ever OK,” Manning said, but she emphasized that the incident was part of a longer, complicated history.
Manning accused Hartman of causing problems in the past, including damaging her car and trying to turn the media against her. She said the situation became more stressful because she had initially tried to help someone in need. “She’s living in my office because she’s homeless,” Manning explained.
The actress also addressed her own injuries, noting that her missing front tooth and facial scarring were caused by another person, Rika, who she says attacked her and caused long-term damage.
Manning expressed sadness that the public now views her as violent, when she feels she has been the target of repeated betrayal. She claimed that Hartman had even threatened legal action to try to get her arrested and ruin her career.
Manning urged Hartman to leave her life and stop using these public incidents to cover her own alleged legal issues. She said the events have hurt her professional reputation, stating that the damage to her face has affected her career.
Despite the drama, Manning remains known for her work on prestige television, including her role as Tiffany “Pennsatucky” Doggett. Fans are watching closely as she responds to the latest controversy and shares her side of a story that she says has been misrepresented.
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