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entertainment2 years ago

"Vivica A. Fox Opens Up About Taraji P. Henson's Work Challenges"

Vivica A. Fox expresses sympathy for Taraji P. Henson's reported industry struggles, including unequal pay and working conditions, but asserts that her own experience has been different. She commends the solidarity shown by the 'Color Purple' cast but emphasizes that she cannot relate to Henson's challenges. Despite their friendship, Fox's response may come across as detached, while actor LaKeith Stanfield also weighs in, expressing support for Henson's advocacy.

via TMZ|
#color-purple#entertainment#taraji-p-henson
entertainment2 years ago

Oprah and Taraji P. Henson Address Set Issues on 'The Color Purple'

Actresses Taraji P. Henson and Danielle Brooks praised Oprah Winfrey for addressing subpar conditions on the set of the new "The Color Purple" film, including lack of dressing rooms and food. Henson also spoke out against being given rental cars instead of drivers, highlighting unequal treatment in Hollywood and unequal pay for Black actors. She expressed frustration over the industry's reluctance to take Black films overseas and tearfully discussed the financial challenges and unequal pay faced by herself and other actresses.

via New York Post |
#entertainment#hollywood#oprah-winfrey
business2 years ago

Activision Blizzard Settles Sex Discrimination Lawsuit for $54 Million

Activision Blizzard has agreed to pay £44.1 million ($56 million) to settle a sex discrimination lawsuit filed by the California Civil Rights Department (CCRD). The settlement resolves claims of unequal pay and promotion practices between 2015 and 2020. £36.85 million ($46.75 million) will be distributed among claimants who alleged unfair pay, while £7.1 million ($9.1 million) will cover legal fees. By agreeing to the settlement, the CCRD's case against Activision Blizzard will be withdrawn, and the company denies allegations of systemic or widespread sexual harassment.

via Eurogamer.net|
#activision-blizzard#business#promotion-practices