"Over the last year the #MeToo movement has rightly aimed a spotlight directly on women whose stories needed to be told," the model and actress -- and daughter of Patty Hearst -- said in response to Chloe Dykstra's emotional and sexual abuse allegations. "As someone who has been involved in toxic relationships in the past, I know first hand the importance of sharing these stories and do not take this situation lightly. I have made the decision to come out in support of my husband not out of obligation, but out of necessity to speak the truth about the person I know. Chris is nothing but loving and compassionate and is the only person who has stood by me, never judged me, helped me heal, and feel whole. To defend my husband would be giving credence to any of these accusations. I will not do that. Chris Hardwick is a good man. I remain in complete support of my husband, and I believe that the truth will always win. #TimesUp because I know my truth and I believe in due process.”
TOPICS: Chris Hardwick, Chloe Dykstra, Lydia Hearst