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Not much mention of the paychecks

posted 10 years ago by stanleybix-1
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I am sure the black actors in the Amos and Andy show were very happy for the steady work, bringing home a weekly salary! There's something to be said about that!

[–] movieghoul 10 years ago

When Hattie McDaniel was asked how she felt about playing nothing but maids, she pointed out that it paid much better than actually being a maid.

[–] bradford-1 9 years ago

"I rather PLAY a maid for $700 a week than BE one for $7!"
May I bone your kipper, Mademoiselle?