Djimon Hounsou has spoken candidly about his struggles to make ends meet in Hollywood despite earning widespread awards recognition and critical acclaim for roles in films such as “Amistad,” “Blood Diamond,” and “In America.” The actor, who has been nominated for two Oscars, revealed in a recent interview that he is still underpaid and is struggling financially. Hounsou attributes his financial struggles to systemic racism within the industry, stating that he was ignored for Oscar recognition despite being nominated for a Golden Globe. He believes the concept of diversity still has a long way to go and that opportunities for Black actors are scarce.
Source: https://www.theroot.com/marvel-and-oscar-nominated-actor-makes-a-shocking-admis-1851737714