On the verge of a major fight with Governor Newsom, Halle Berry is on her knees beseeching him to back a bill forcing insurance companies to cover the hormone replacement therapy. She told this urgent tale in a video in which she mentioned that Governor Newsom's office was fighting the biggest provision of the bill. She asked fans to sign a letter asking the governor to make HRT treatment affordable for women.

The impassioned video, which has garnered thousands of views, features Halle Berry speaking not about cinema but anything red carpet, anything LA-based. She is drawing from that rage-star determination to fight for women's right to health in California.

The Oscar winner stated that Governor Gavin Newsom's office was currently opposing one of the provisions in Assembly Bill 432 - mandating insurance coverage for hormone replacement therapy for women who were menopausal. "I just got word that Governor Newsom's office is right now pushing back on a part of our menopause bill that is crucial," said Berry in the video. "It's the part that says that insurance companies must pay for a woman's HRT. I mean, that is the most important part."

She went on to passionately explain why this coverage is needed: "Not every woman can afford it. It's not exactly cheap, but we exactly deserve it." She then equated it with drugs covered for men as well: "Men have that little blue pill covered by insurance, okay? And hey, I'm glad they do. Men need to keep their penises up. I get it."

Her supporters rallied immediately and in great numbers. Hundreds of comments poured in to support her cause from the public. One commentator who works in health insurance validation stated, "I negotiate with health insurance payers every day... The biggest argument here is that if they withhold HRT, women will suffer chronic diseases for decades to come which are even more expensive to cover." This caption details the economic rationale for the bill in addition to the moral argument.

Some women shared their personal stories, which showed why this law mattered to them. "I'm 56 and feel like 90 years old; this is great," one comment read, cataloging the desperate feelings so many women have regarding accessible treatment. Another supporter added, "As a perimenopausal woman, I am happy to see someone like you in Hollywood standing up for us women in CA."

The supporters of the Blossom campaign came from all over and not just in California. "I'm sending a letter to my PA congressman right now regarding this situation," commented another from Pennsylvania, indicating how Berry's efforts might elevate women's concerns into a bigger national perspective.

There were more than a few cynical ones of the Governor Newsom as a political partner. Several comments came with political skepticism: "Love you Halle but Newscum doesn't have a good intent for no one other than himself!" One more said, "I'm sorry, I just don't trust him," contrasting the political backdrop upon which Berry attempts to operate.

Her followers were directed to a letter featured in her Instagram stories which they could sign in support of. The comment section evidenced the eagerness of many to step in, with people saying, "Where do we sign this?," and "Yes where is your letter? Want to sign and will send to friends."

Berry herself suggested that Newsom might well get a little push from the public in that regard. "I believe he wants to do the right thing," she said, "But he needs a push from all of us so that he knows he's doing the right thing." Combining the power of celebrity with the power of the grassroots is a mighty combination that might just bring very real results to this under-addressed women's health issue.

And what makes this even cooler is that Berry has opted to use her platform to push for a cause affecting millions of women but receives comparatively less media attention than other women's health issues. By openly discussing menopause and HRT, she will help to break the silence and get those conversations moving toward real policy change.

This fight could set a precedent for how other states will start to approach midlife health coverage for women. "Generations of women will benefit from this, even if they don't think it's important right now in their lives," said a supporter. Celebrity activism of this kind is exactly what is needed to bring about real change, along with building on awareness.

This advocacy for the menopause rights struggle in California is hardly over yet and with her grit and determination will probably win Governor Newsom over convincing that covering HRT is not just good women's health policy; it's good politics, too.

Further emphasizing her dedication, Halle Berry continues to engage in conversations that resonate deeply with her followers. Moreover, as she is breaking barriers and initiating dialogue, there is a growing awareness and support for women's health issues across the nation.