Zendaya to make history as highest paid black actress in television

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Zendaya is about to make history. The Emmy-winning actress has secured a record-breaking deal for her role as Rue Bennett in the hit HBO series Euphoria.

She will allegedly earn a staggering R19,500,000 per episode for the upcoming season.

ZENDAYA AND EUPHORIA

This achievement will mark her as the highest-paid Black actress in television history per episode. Zendaya’s journey in the entertainment industry has been nothing short of inspirational.

Starting on the Disney Channel, she has evolved into a global superstar.

Her new contract for Euphoria not only cements her status as a top-tier actress but also shatters long-standing pay gaps in Hollywood.

This milestone is significant, as for years, Black actresses have fought for equal recognition and compensation.

ZENDAYA’S DUAL ROLE

Zendaya will not just be an act on the show but will also be an executive producer on the show, according to IMDB.

This dual role gives her more influence and control over her work, setting a new standard for others to follow.

Euphoria has a strong following in South Africa. The show’s raw portrayal of youth, addiction, and identity resonates with many young South Africans.

Zendaya’s historic deal is a beacon of possibility for aspiring actors. Her journey shows that with talent, hard work, and determination, boundaries can be broken.

TAKING RISKS IN THE INDUSTRY

Zendaya remains humble despite her success. She once said, “I want to show that you don’t have to be older to live your dreams; you can do it at any age”.

She also encourages others to take risks: “If you don’t try things and take risks, you don’t grow and figure out what you want”.

REPRESENTATION ON TELEVISION

On her role in Euphoria, Zendaya shared, “It’s been very, very special.

The most special thing is when people come up and say: ‘Hey, I really needed that,’ or ‘That was my story and I just want to say thank you’.

Zendaya’s record-breaking deal is a cultural moment. She is setting new standards for representation, pay, and creative control.

HAVE YOU WATCHED EUPHORIA, AND HOW DO YOU RELATE TO ZENDAYA’S CHARACTER?

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