Oscar-winning actress Olivia Colman suggests that she would receive higher pay in Hollywood if she were male, citing that the name “Oliver” would command greater compensation. This highlights the persistent gender pay gap in the entertainment industry.
The Oscar-winning British actress Olivia Colman says Hollywood would pay more if she was a man called Oliver.
“I’m acutely conscious that if I were Oliver Colman, my earnings would be significantly higher than they currently are,” she informed CNN.
“I’m aware of a pay gap where the difference amounted to 12,000%. Just do the calculations.”
The matter of pay equality in Hollywood came to prominence a decade ago, yet the most recent top 10 ranking of highest-paid actors features only two women.
In a conversation with CNN’s Christiane Amanpour, Colman remarked, “Studies indicate that women have consistently drawn large audiences at the box office.”
“Do not even get me started on the wage gap issue. It’s often justified by executives claiming that male actors attract larger audiences, which hasn’t been true for decades. Yet, this outdated rationale continues to be used to justify paying women less than their male counterparts, especially in our industry.”
Colman ascended to the Hollywood A-list in 2019 following her Best Actress Oscar win for her portrayal of Queen Anne in “The Favourite.” Since then, she has garnered two additional Oscar nominations. Her latest roles include a stint in the Wonka movie and an upcoming appearance in “Paddington In Peru.”
Her television appearances include Heartstopper and Secret Invasion, and she portrayed Queen Elizabeth II in seasons three and four of Netflix’s The Crown.
There was public outcry when it came to light that Claire Foy, who portrayed the monarch before her, earned less than her on-screen Duke of Edinburgh, Matt Smith. Producers assured that such discrepancies would not occur for Colman and her co-star Tobias Menzies.
The issue of equal pay in Hollywood gained prominence following a 2014 hack of Sony executives’ emails, which revealed, among other things, that Jennifer Lawrence and Amy Adams were paid less than their male counterparts for their roles in American Hustle.
Later, Lawrence reflected that she refrained from pushing for more during negotiations because she didn’t want to appear “difficult” or “spoiled”. However, upon seeing the payroll online, she realized that none of the men she worked with seemed to concern themselves with being labeled as such.
The treatment of women in Hollywood remained a focal point as the #MeToo movement gained traction.
When Kevin Spacey was removed from the film All the Money in the World due to allegations against him, another controversy arose when it came to light that actor Mark Wahlberg was paid $1.5 million for reshoots while his co-star Michelle Williams received only $80 a day for expenses.
Colman’s remarks indicate that the gender pay gap persists as an ongoing issue.
In February, research revealed that only 30 out of the top 100 highest-grossing movies of 2023 featured women or girls in lead roles, a decrease from 44 the previous year and the lowest in nearly a decade.
In the latest annual list of highest-earning actors published by Forbes earlier this month, Margot Robbie and Jennifer Aniston were the sole women in the top 10.
This just shines a glaring spotlight on the ongoing gender pay gap in the entertainment industry. It’s 2021, and we’re still dealing with inequality in pay based on gender. As fans of Colman’s brilliant acting, it’s disheartening to hear that she, and so many other talented actresses, are undervalued compared to their male counterparts. This issue isn’t just limited to Hollywood; it’s pervasive in all corners of the industry. It’s about time we all start addressing this head-on and demanding change. Let’s support our favorite actresses and keep the conversation going. Equality shouldn’t just be a buzzword – it should be the reality. Stay tuned for more updates on this important issue!
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