female lead salaries 2000s
Expose the 35% Pay Gap in Entertainment Industry
In 2003, the average salary for a female lead in Hollywood was $3.1 million, which was 41% lower than the $5.3 million earned by male leads. This disparity highlights the deep-rooted gender pay gap that persisted throughout the early 2000s entertainment industry. Entertainment Industry: Female Lead Salaries 2000s