Though Spacey's message included an apology, if he \"did behave then as [Rapp] describes,\" his choice to focus the rest of the statement on coming out as gay ignited outrage from a host of comedians, actors and more who said Spacey was wrong to \"hide under the rainbow,\" instead of acknowledging that Rapp was only 14 at the time of the alleged incident.
Several others also criticized Spacey for saying that, if the incident did happen, it was \"deeply inappropriate drunken behavior\" because they said no amount of alcohol makes it OK to approach a minor.
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PHOTO: Anthony Rapp, cast member in "Star Trek: Discovery," poses at the premiere of the new television series in Los Angeles, Sept. 19, 2017.
Billy Eichner called Spacey's statement, \"disgusting, irresponsible and dangerous.\"
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PHOTO: Billy Eichner attends the an event at The Forum on Aug. 27, 2017 in Inglewood, Calif.
Rosie O'Donnell wrote, \"U don't remember the incident -- 30 years ago?\"
Wanda Sykes added, \"No no no no no! You do not get to 'choose' to hide under the rainbow! Kick rocks!\"
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PHOTO: Comedian Wanda Sykes performs at City Winery on April 26, 2017 in New York.
Rose McGowan, who has alleged abuse at the hands of Harvey Weinstein and has been a supporter for victims of sexual assault, added, \"Keep focus on #AnthonyRapp BE THE VICTIM'S VOICE. Help us level the playing field.\"
Here's what some others had to say.
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