#18: She Pushed Boundaries for Female Leads and Equal Pay in Hollywood in the 1990s
During the 1990s, Demi Moore became a symbol of shifting power for women in Hollywood. By commanding large salaries and leading major studio films, she challenged long-standing norms about who could carry a movie. Her success made pay equity a visible industry conversation.

Moore’s choices were often framed as controversial rather than standard business decisions. While male actors were praised for high earnings, her pay was questioned and criticized. This double standard placed her at the center of debates about gender, money, and authority in mainstream filmmaking.
