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For example, he notes that in Hollywood, actors like Leonardo DiCaprio are paid more because they are bigger draws at the box office. When a mid-tier white actor shares the screen with Denzel Washington, it's understandable that Washington might receive a higher fee due to his proven star power. Similarly, Hudson points out that if Eddie Murphy were in his prime during the same era, he would have likely received top billing and major compensation.
The underlying message: salary differences are largely driven by market forces and star appeal, not solely by discrimination.