Saoirse Ronan: The Irish Star Who Silenced Men with 10 Powerful Words

"Violence against women is not a laughing matter."
That's the message that Irish actress Saoirse Ronan delivered on the Graham Norton show, leaving the all-male panel speechless.
It all started when comedian Paul Mescal made a joke about how he had been taught to defend himself by hitting women in the face.
Ronan, who was promoting her new movie "Blitz," didn't hesitate to speak up.
"I just wanted to say that violence against women is not a laughing matter," she said. "It's a serious issue that affects millions of women every year."
The panel went silent. Ronan's words hung in the air, a stark reminder of the reality that women face every day.
Ronan's comments sparked a conversation on social media, with many people praising her for speaking out.

It may have been Ronan's Irish heritage resonating with her, as the Irish have a long history of feminism and women's rights activism.

Whatever the reason for her passion, Saoirse Ronan's words have ignited a conversation that needs to keep going.

It is estimated that one in three women worldwide experience physical or sexual violence in their lifetime. That's an astounding number, and it's something that we need to take seriously.

Thank you, Saoirse Ronan, for speaking out. Your words have made a difference.