[Activism] Joaquin Phoenix Says He ‘Hopes’ His Son River Is Vegan – But Won’t ‘Force’ Him

 

The Joker star says that while he won't 'impose' his beliefs on his child – he also won't 'perpetuate the lie' about how meat is produced.

Joaquin Phoenix hopes his son River will grow up vegan – but says he won’t ‘force’ the lifestyle upon him.

The acclaimed actor and passionate vegan advocate made the comments in a recent interview with Sunday Times. 

“Well, certainly I would hope that [he will be vegan]. But, I’m not going to impose my belief on my child,” Phoenix told the publication.

“I don’t think that’s right; I’m going to educate him about the reality.