The life of an actor seems like a glamorous one, but it isn’t always easy.
For some, it can be a downright nightmare.
This is especially true for women,who frequently earn less than their male co-stars.
These actresses have braved the storm of Hollywood, determined to pursue their passion.
Joan Crawford
Hollywood icon Joan Crawford’s career began to stall in the 1940s.
In 1942, she left MGM hoping to revive her career.
The following year, she signed with Warner Brothersfor just a thirdof what she had been earning at MGM.
The pay cut was drastic, but Crawford hoped that it would enable her to take on better roles.
Davis, whose career was also on the decline, agreed to star in the movie alongside Crawford.
Crawford was paid $20,000 less but earned 10 percent of the film’s profits.
The reluctant “moguls” were proved wrong when the film became a critical and box office success.
Goldie Hawn
Acting can be a brutal business, especially as stars get older.
Goldie Hawn opened up toHarper’s Bazaaraboutthe “shelf life” of women in Hollywood.
Because the studios were never sanguine on trusting that women carrying a movie would actually work."
Ageism and sexism are two of the greatest problems in the industry.
There’s a certain reality."
This is what the deal is and you’re going to accept it.'"
Katharine Hepburn
Before she was a screen legend, Katharine Hepburnwas a struggling stage actress.
Bullock went on to win an Academy Awardanda Golden Globe for the role.
Oprah Winfrey
Oprah Winfreydesperately wanted a part inThe Color Purple,reportedEntertainment Weekly.
“I didn’t need a speaking role,” she said.
“No, can’t do that,” said Spielberg.
According to Winfrey, this “is my favorite I-told-you-so.
Steven, you should’ve put my name on that poster!”
Linday Lohan
There was a time when Lindsay Lohan commended high salaries.
Cameron Diaz
Megastar Cameron Diaz starred in 2011’sBad Teacher, in spite of its low budget.
Diaz ended up making $42 million dollars from the film.
Fortunately, many people are speaking out.
“And that’s something they do for me because they feel it’s what’s right and fair.
