14) Mo'Nique

Mo'Nique has spoken out about being blackballed in Hollywood after she won an Oscar for her role in Precious. She said she was offered low pay for the film and refused to do unpaid promotional work. After this decision, she was labeled as difficult and faced fewer opportunities. Mo'Nique's story has highlighted the unfair treatment of Black actresses and the lack of respect they often receive. Her actions have sparked important debates about pay equity and fairness in the film industry.
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Edited by Sangeeta Mathew