Zendaya is said to have signed a new agreement with HBO for the third season of "Euphoria."
For the following season, the "Rewrite the Stars" singer will allegedly be paid $1 million every episode.
Insiders with knowledge of the incident told Puck News that the former Disney Channel actress and her team approached HBO about renegotiating the contract.
Zendaya apparently believed she deserved more money for her role as Rue. After all, she was responsible for "Euphoria" becoming one of HBO's most popular series.
According to rumors, Zendaya was paid $500,000 each episode in previous seasons of the program, making her one of the cast's highest-paid members.
In the second season, she was promoted to executive producer, earning her even more money.
Zendaya Net Worth 2023
Wealthy Gorilla reported that Zendaya has an estimated net worth of $20 million.
Zendaya is a successful actress, singer, and model who rose to prominence as a child star on the Disney Channel series "Shake It Up." She has since appeared in several films and television shows, including "Spider-Man: Homecoming" and "Euphoria." In addition to her acting career, Zendaya has also released music and has done modeling work for several major fashion brands.
Last year, "The Greatest Showman" actress took home the Lead Actress in a Drama trophy at the 74th Emmy Awards. She also became the youngest two-time winner of the category, winning it the previous year.
Rue on 'Euphoria'
Rue is a 17-year-old girl who struggles with drug addiction and mental health issues. The series follows her as she returns home from rehab and tries to navigate through high school while dealing with the challenges of addiction, recovery, and the complexities of her relationships with her family and friends.
Rue is portrayed as a complex and multi-dimensional character whose struggles with addiction are portrayed with sensitivity and realism. The character's journey is a central focus of the series, and her story sheds light on the realities of addiction and the impact it can have on young people. Through Rue's experiences, the show explores issues such as trauma, identity, and the pressures facing young people today.
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What Is HBO 'Euphoria' About?
HBO's "Euphoria" is a television drama series that premiered in 2019. The show follows a group of high school students navigating through the ups and downs of adolescence, including issues such as drug addiction, mental illness, sexual identity, trauma, and relationships.
The series was created and written by Sam Levinson and based on an Israeli series of the same name. It stars Zendaya as Rue Bennett, a teenager struggling with drug addiction, and features an ensemble cast including Hunter Schafer, Maude Apatow, Angus Cloud, Algee Smith, and Alexa Demie.
"Euphoria" has been praised for its raw and honest portrayal of modern youth culture and the challenges young people face today. It has also been noted for its bold and visually stunning cinematography and its use of music to enhance the emotional impact of the story.
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