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He recounts that these decisions were driven by typical industry factors—studio priorities, star power, and box office potential—rather than overt racial bias. When pressed about potential racial motives behind his reduced role and pay, Hudson firmly rejected the narrative. According to him, making an issue of racism in this context diminishes the complexity of Hollywood’s economic and creative decisions.
Rejection of Victim Mentality in Pay Disparities
Hudson extends this logic to broader conversations about pay equity. He critiques the tendency of some actors and actresses to plead unfairness based on gender or race, arguing that such claims often oversimplify the reality.