Adult film star Christy Mack, who was brutally beaten by her ex-boyfriend nearly two years ago, has launched a new line of emojis for smartphones that depict herself in a battered state.
Mack, who sustained brutal injuries that included 18 broken bones after MMA fighter War Machine attacked her, told TMZ she wanted to develop the controversial emjoi app to bring attention to the issue of domestic violence.
“The decision to include a few emojis with a black eye, bruising, and so on is a way of bringing attention through shock value,” Mack explained. “I’m willing to risk some people using them in a negative way to get the point across.”
After she was beaten by War Machine, whose real name is Jonathan Koppenhaver, Mack said she was unable to look in the mirror for weeks. By creating emojis that depict her bruised face, she is hoping to give other victims of domestic violence and easier way to seek help.
“So many are afraid to speak out, often times because they’re scared their partner will see history of their cry for help,” Mack said. “This simple emoticon could save a life. I want everyone to know they’re not alone.”
In addition to being a victim of domestic abuse, Mack has also opened up about War Machine trying to rape her. She’s obviously had some terrible experiences, though you can understand why the emojis will receive plenty of backlash.
