I haven't had an easy life. Can being black be any worse? In fact, I think I know not only what it's like to be black, but how it is to have a harsh life as one too. Even though I'm white, I'm pretty sure I can understand it. Unless they are somehow very different than white people.
However, she's a rich hollywood actress from a young age and has had a charmed life. I don't think her comment is appropriate if she meant she knows what it's like to have a rough life.
Agreed.