You won’t believe this, but even the incredible Julianne Moore—who's been nominated for five Oscars and delivered unforgettable performances in films like Boogie Nights, The End of the Affair, and Still Alice (which finally got her that well-deserved win)—has revealed that she doesn’t earn as much as her male co-stars. Shocking, right?
During a recent chat with The Telegraph, the Far From Heaven star joked, “Oh, no! Definitely not.” But here’s the kicker: Julianne admitted that if she’s working on an independent film, she’s more likely to receive equal pay with her male counterparts. That’s because indie films often operate on a level playing field when it comes to salaries.
Pay Disparity in Hollywood: What Julianne Has to Say
Let’s break it down. Julianne explained that while some films operate on a hierarchy—meaning bigger stars and bigger roles get bigger paychecks—it’s still not fair across the board. Even when actors have similar roles and equal status, the pay gap persists. She told The Telegraph, “It’s obviously very challenging to achieve true equality in this industry. The question remains: why aren’t actors of equal stature being paid the same?”
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Taraji P. Henson Weighs In
This isn’t just Julianne’s story. Back in early March, Taraji P. Henson, the talented star of Empire, opened up about her own struggles with pay disparity. Despite winning a Golden Globe and earning an Oscar nomination, Taraji revealed to Grazia that starting out in Hollywood wasn’t easy. “It makes you want to pull your hair out,” she admitted. “But I had to be patient. I knew what I had to offer, so I kept doing good work, pouring my heart and soul into every project.”
