Actress Leah Remini has announced that she has earned an associate’s degree and is working toward a bachelor’s degree.
53-year-old Remini said: “Three years ago I embarked on a terrifying journey. After only an 8th grade education and 35 years in a totalitarian cult, I entered college at the age of 50.” wrote. Tweet, referring to her time in Scientology. “After three years of hard work, long nights, tears, and many times wanting to give up, I earned an associate’s degree from New York University. I’m currently working toward my bachelor’s degree.”
“I had been yearning for higher education for years, but I couldn’t go forward because I was afraid I wasn’t smart enough. Even though I managed to get out of Scientology, 30 years of brainwashing It still captured my heart,” she said. “Whether your life was once controlled by a cult, whether you are a stay-at-home mom, or have a full-time job outside the home, you can continue your education and do something. It’s never too late to pursue something you’ve always wanted to achieve for yourself! ”
Remini is widely known for her role in the sitcom.king of queens“She also helped expose the dark underbelly of Scientology on her series.”Leah Remini: Scientology and its aftermath. ”
“As some of you may know, ever since I fled Scientology in 2013, I have been constantly followed by Scientology operatives and agents. We monitor their movements and who they meet so that they can be reported to Scientology’s intelligence agency, the Office of Special Affairs, which reports directly to David Miscavige,” Remini wrote. post last month.
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