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Djimon Hounsou, a prolific actor with credits spanning Marvel, DC, Netflix, and numerous other major studios, recently revealed his ongoing financial struggles in Hollywood. Despite two Oscar nominations for Best Supporting Actor (In America and Blood Diamond) and a long list of blockbuster appearances, Hounsou told CNN he is significantly underpaid.
"I’m still struggling to make a living," he stated. "I’ve been in this business making films for over two decades, with two Oscar nominations and many blockbuster films, and yet, I’m still struggling financially. I'm definitely underpaid."
These sentiments echo his 2023 interview with The Guardian, where he expressed feeling "cheated, tremendously cheated," regarding both his financial compensation and workload compared to some less-accomplished peers.
Hounsou, a Black actor from Benin, also alluded to the impact of racism and xenophobia on his career. He recounted instances where studio executives expressed surprise at his continued presence in Hollywood, suggesting perceptions of him as a limited or transient figure. He concluded, "When you hear things like that, you can see that some people’s vision of you, or what you represent, is very limiting. But it is what it is. It’s up to me to redeem that."
His recent film credits include A Quiet Place: Day One, the Rebel Moon films (Netflix), Gran Turismo, The King's Man, Shazam: Fury of the Gods, Captain Marvel, Fast and Furious 7, and many more.
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