- Empire actress Taraji P. Henson says she’s underpaid in Hollywood despite being in the industry for more than 20 years
- He explained that black actors are paid less compared to white actors, with productions saying that black actors don’t have enough appeal
- She broke down in tears, revealing that she had to start and diversify into other businesses to pay her bills
American actress Taraji P. Henson has denounced the pay disparity in the Hollywood acting scene.
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The actress known for her seductive role (Cookie) in the series Empire said that black actors are often paid less compared to their white counterparts.
In an interview with Gayle King, the actress broke down in tears when asked if she wanted to quit acting as speculation suggested.
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He said he was tired of being paid less than he was worth despite working so hard.
“I’m just tired of working so hard, being kind at what I do … getting paid a fraction of the cost.”
I hear people say, “You work too hard.” Well, you have to. Math is not math and when you start working hard, you have a team. Big bills come with what we do. We don’t do it alone. It’s a whole team behind us. They have to be paid,” he said.
Taraji explained that most of her money goes to taxes and paying the team that facilitates her.
“I’m only human and it seems like every time I do something and break another glass ceiling, when it’s time to renegotiate, I’m back at the bottom like I never did what I just did and I’m tired.” I’m tired. It wears on you,” he observed.
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She added that in Hollywood, despite having 20 years under her belt, she is often told that black actors don’t translate overseas and that there isn’t enough money, yet the same productions pay other actors much more.
She added that because of this, she has learned not to depend on her talent and has been forced to branch out into other income streams.
“Enough! That’s why I have more because of this industry…if you let it, it will steal your soul. I refuse to let that happen.”
American actor Dominic supports the strike for better pay
In another story, YEN.com.gh reported that an American actor, Dominic Burgess, was involved in the actors’ strike against the Studios in October.
The actor, who has starred in several Hollywood productions including Modern Family and The Good Place, said he supports the Screen Actors Guild’s decision to strike, adding that he has bills to pay.
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The guild was looking for better pay for the actors.
Source: TUKO.co.ke