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Yahoo
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'White Lotus' Star Has Candid Response to 'Very Low' Payday Reports
White Lotus star Jason Isaacs made it known how he really feels about being paid 'a very low price' for his starring role in the third season of HBO's juggernaut drama. Isaacs revealed during an interview with Vulture that, due to the show's equal pay initiative, he and the rest of his co-stars earned just $40,000 per episode. That means they made around $320,000 each for the season, but while that might sound like a hefty payday, Isaacs noted that's actually 'a very low price' for such a high-profile gig. 'I didn't know that was public knowledge. That's absolutely true,' Isaacs said when asked about the equal pay initiative. 'Generally, actors don't talk about pay in public because it's ridiculously disproportionate to what we do—putting on makeup and funny voices—and just upsets the public. But compared to what people normally get paid for big television shows, that's a very low price. But the fact is, we would have paid to be in it. We probably would have given a body part.'When asked if he felt it was unfair that he and veteran co-stars like Parker Posey and Walton Goggins were making the same amount as the show's newcomers, like Sarah Catherine Hook and Aimee Lou Wood, Isaacs made his position clear. 'Do I mind that I wasn't paid more than other people? I never work for money,' he said. 'I've done all right. People will think I have huge stockpiles of money, but sadly, what I've done rather immaturely is expand my outgoings to match my incomings and pretty much spent everything I've earned over the years.' Season three of The White Lotus is available to stream on HBO Max.'White Lotus' Star Has Candid Response to 'Very Low' Payday Reports first appeared on Men's Journal on Jun 17, 2025
Elle
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Elle
Jason Isaacs Reveals How Much Each 'White Lotus' Actor Made on Season 3
Jason Isaacs is letting White Lotus fans in on a little pay transparency. In a recent interview with Vulture, the actor confirmed that everyone on season 3 of the HBO show got paid $40,000 per episode. 'That's absolutely true,' he said. 'Generally actors don't talk about pay in public because it's ridiculously disproportionate to what we do—putting on makeup and funny voices—and just upsets the public. But compared to what people normally get paid for big television shows, that's a very low price. But the fact is, we would have paid to be in it. We probably would have given a body part.' But did he feel weird about being paid the same as his other, less-experienced co-stars? 'I never work for money,' he shared. 'I mean, I've done all right. People will think I have huge stockpiles of money, but sadly, what I've done rather immaturely is expand my outgoings to match my incomings and pretty much spent everything I've earned over the years.' In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, executive producer David Bernad spoke more about the show's salary policy. 'Everyone is treated the same on The White Lotus,' he said. 'They get paid the same, and we do alphabetical billing, so you're getting people who want to do the project for the right reasons, not to quote The Bachelor. It's a system we developed in the first season because there was no money to make the show.' Casting director Meredith Tucker echoed similar sentiments, 'It makes it so much easier. You tell people this is what it is. And some won't do it—and honestly, you can't hold it against people who need to make a living.' 'And it's not negotiable,' Bernad added.
Wales Online
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Jason Isaacs hails success of The Salt Path amid film industry ‘terror' over AI
Jason Isaacs hails success of The Salt Path amid film industry 'terror' over AI The British actor stars alongside Gillian Anderson in the film, which tells the real-life story of a couple who trek along the 630-mile South West Coast Path after becoming homeless. (Image: BANG Showbiz ) White Lotus actor Jason Isaacs has said the film industry is "full of terror" at the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) but the success of The Salt Path shows there is still a huge audience appetite for more traditional storytelling. The British actor stars alongside Gillian Anderson in the film, which tells the real-life story of a couple who trek along the 630-mile South West Coast Path after becoming homeless. Appearing on ITV's Good Morning Britain, Isaacs said: "This film has been killing it at the box office week after week. "It's a beautiful story about two positive people of a certain age, and the mysteries and miracles of nature and love. "What's great is the number of people in Britain who want to tell grown-up stories, nuanced stories, on a limited budget. "They put their passion into it. Article continues below "And with AI coming for everybody, the industry is full of terror. "But actually right now, grown-ups want to go and see grown-up stories." The actor, who is also known for playing Lucius Malfoy in the Harry Potter films, praised White Lotus director Mike White, and said he was initially worried about portraying the character of Timothy Ratliff in the hit series. Isaacs said: "I was scared that I'd be the most boring person that had ever been in White Lotus. "Because there were no words, and I was chugging all these pills that would, essentially, make me feel asleep. "But the way Mike tells the story – he's a brilliant director as well as a writer. Article continues below "You knew what was going on – I hope you knew what was going on – in my head."
Powys County Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Powys County Times
Jason Isaacs hails success of The Salt Path amid film industry ‘terror' over AI
White Lotus actor Jason Isaacs has said the film industry is 'full of terror' at the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) but the success of The Salt Path shows there is still a huge audience appetite for more traditional storytelling. The British actor stars alongside Gillian Anderson in the film, which tells the real-life story of a couple who trek along the 630-mile South West Coast Path after becoming homeless. Appearing on ITV's Good Morning Britain, Isaacs said: 'This film has been killing it at the box office week after week. 'It's a beautiful story about two positive people of a certain age, and the mysteries and miracles of nature and love. 'What's great is the number of people in Britain who want to tell grown-up stories, nuanced stories, on a limited budget. 'They put their passion into it. 'And with AI coming for everybody, the industry is full of terror. 'But actually right now, grown-ups want to go and see grown-up stories.' The actor, who is also known for playing Lucius Malfoy in the Harry Potter films, praised White Lotus director Mike White, and said he was initially worried about portraying the character of Timothy Ratliff in the hit series. Isaacs said: 'I was scared that I'd be the most boring person that had ever been in White Lotus. 'Because there were no words, and I was chugging all these pills that would, essentially, make me feel asleep. 'But the way Mike tells the story – he's a brilliant director as well as a writer. 'You knew what was going on – I hope you knew what was going on – in my head.'
BreakingNews.ie
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- BreakingNews.ie
Jason Isaacs hails success of The Salt Path amid film industry ‘terror' over AI
White Lotus actor Jason Isaacs has said the film industry is 'full of terror' at the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) but the success of The Salt Path shows there is still a huge audience appetite for more traditional storytelling. The British actor stars alongside Gillian Anderson in the film, which tells the real-life story of a couple who trek along the 630-mile South West Coast Path after becoming homeless. Advertisement Appearing on ITV's Good Morning Britain, Isaacs said: 'This film has been killing it at the box office week after week. 'It's a beautiful story about two positive people of a certain age, and the mysteries and miracles of nature and love. 'What's great is the number of people in Britain who want to tell grown-up stories, nuanced stories, on a limited budget. 'They put their passion into it. Advertisement 'And with AI coming for everybody, the industry is full of terror. 'But actually right now, grown-ups want to go and see grown-up stories.' The actor, who is also known for playing Lucius Malfoy in the Harry Potter films, praised White Lotus director Mike White, and said he was initially worried about portraying the character of Timothy Ratliff in the hit series. Isaacs said: 'I was scared that I'd be the most boring person that had ever been in White Lotus. Advertisement 'Because there were no words, and I was chugging all these pills that would, essentially, make me feel asleep. 'But the way Mike tells the story – he's a brilliant director as well as a writer. 'You knew what was going on – I hope you knew what was going on – in my head.'
