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Mallory Edens Says 2014 Draft Virality Brought 'Harmful' Online Attacks in New Podcast

Her remarks explain that early attention pushed her to guard her private life.

Overview

  • Speaking on the "Unlike Me" podcast on Dec. 1, Edens said going "really viral" at a young age led her to feel protective because comments about her were "so harmful."
  • Edens was 18 when she represented the Milwaukee Bucks at the 2014 NBA Draft Lottery, where widespread attention turned her into an internet meme.
  • She told listeners that people "don't know that much" about her and that she has not fully left the "protective casing" formed after the viral moment.
  • Edens praised the Bucks' front office, said she enjoys being a "fly on the wall" in their discussions, and noted she is open-minded about any future role.
  • Beyond that moment, she has modeled, founded Los Angeles-based Little Ray Media, and was previously linked to NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers.