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Djimon Hounsou Says He’s “Struggling Financially” to Make a Living After a 30-Year Career and Two Oscar Noms

The Hollywood Reporter
Story by Lexi Carson
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Veteran actor Djimon Hounsou opens up about struggling financially despite decades-long career and two Oscar nominations, shedding light on the persistence of systemic racism in Hollywood.
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  • Hounsou claims he was ignored by the Oscars for his role in 'Amistad,' with the Academy dismissing him as someone who
  • highlighting the industry's lack of respect for Black actors.
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Djimon Hounsou, CNN, Amistad, Gladiator, Captain Marvel, Charlie's Angels, Blood Diamond, A Quiet Place: Day One
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