Hollywood's glittering facade has been peeled back to reveal some startling financial realities, as court documents have exposed Blake Lively's actual earnings from one of her most successful films.
The paperwork, filed in relation to an ongoing legal dispute between the actress and a property company, shows Lively received a modest $1 million for her starring role in the 2018 hit thriller 'A Simple Favour'.
The Legal Battle Behind the Revelations
These financial revelations emerged from court documents connected to Lively's legal confrontation with property firm Twenty-First Kings. The company is pursuing the Gossip Girl star for alleged unpaid rent totalling approximately $48,000 on a Manhattan office space.
Lively's legal team has countered with claims that the property owner failed to address significant issues including persistent pigeon infestations and flooding problems that made the space unusable for the actress's business ventures.
Putting the Salary in Perspective
While $1 million might seem substantial to most, within the context of A-list Hollywood compensation, the figure raises eyebrows. 'A Simple Favour' proved to be a commercial success, grossing nearly $100 million worldwide against a $20 million budget.
The salary disclosure highlights the ongoing conversation about pay disparities in the film industry, particularly for actresses compared to their male counterparts in similar leading roles.
Beyond the Silver Screen
The legal documents also provided insight into Lively's broader business activities:
- Her digital platform Preserve, though now closed, reportedly earned between $1-2 million annually
- She continues to run Betty Buzz, her non-alcoholic mixer company
- The actress maintains various endorsement deals and brand partnerships
This salary transparency comes at a time when Hollywood compensation remains a hot-button issue, with many calling for greater pay equity in the entertainment industry.
The ongoing legal case continues to unfold, promising further insights into the business dealings of one of Hollywood's most prominent stars.
