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Drea de Matteo says OnlyFans became ‘political statement’ after financial struggles threatened her home

De Matteo told Fox News Digital why she largely stepped away from acting and the entertainment industry as she prepares to launch her new podcast. "Sopranos" star Drea de Matteo is reflecting on how joining OnlyFans became not only a financial lifeline when she was facing the loss of her home but also an act of defiance against Hollywood. The 54-year-old actress has previously shared how launching an account on the subscription-based social media platform, which is primarily known for adult content, gave her the ability to financially save her home. During an appearance Wednesday on Jamie Kennedy's "Hate to Break It to Ya" podcast, de Matteo explained that the platform gave her a way to make a living without relying on the entertainment industry after she became increasingly alienated from Hollywood over her political views and opposition to COVID-19

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Drea de Matteo says OnlyFans became ‘political statement’ after financial struggles threatened her home

De Matteo told Fox News Digital why she largely stepped away from acting and the entertainment industry as she prepares to launch her new podcast. "Sopranos" star Drea de Matteo is reflecting on how joining OnlyFans became not only a…

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Drea de Matteo says OnlyFans became ‘political statement’ after financial struggles threatened her home

De Matteo told Fox News Digital why she largely stepped away from acting and the entertainment industry as she prepares to launch her new podcast. "Sopranos" star Drea de Matteo is reflecting on how joining OnlyFans…

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