Sarandon: Paul Newman gave up salary to give me equal pay
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Actress Susan Sarandon has revealed that the late Paul Newman once handed her part of his salary to top up her pay for a movie.

Speaking to BBC 5 live, the Oscar-winning actress said she was told that only the male stars on the film were being paid the same. Then Newman "stepped forward and said well I'll give you part of mine".

  • 08 Mar 2018
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