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The South African
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The South African
Zendaya to make history as highest paid black actress in television
Zendaya is about to make history. The Emmy-winning actress has secured a record-breaking deal for her role as Rue Bennett in the hit HBO series Euphoria . She will allegedly earn a staggering R19,500,000 per episode for the upcoming season. This achievement will mark her as the highest-paid Black actress in television history per episode. Zendaya's journey in the entertainment industry has been nothing short of inspirational. Starting on the Disney Channel, she has evolved into a global superstar. Her new contract for Euphoria not only cements her status as a top-tier actress but also shatters long-standing pay gaps in Hollywood. This milestone is significant, as for years, Black actresses have fought for equal recognition and compensation. Zendaya will not just be an act on the show but will also be an executive producer on the show, according to IMDB . This dual role gives her more influence and control over her work, setting a new standard for others to follow. Euphoria has a strong following in South Africa. The show's raw portrayal of youth, addiction, and identity resonates with many young South Africans. Zendaya's historic deal is a beacon of possibility for aspiring actors. Her journey shows that with talent, hard work, and determination, boundaries can be broken. Zendaya remains humble despite her success. She once said, 'I want to show that you don't have to be older to live your dreams; you can do it at any age'. She also encourages others to take risks: 'If you don't try things and take risks, you don't grow and figure out what you want'. On her role in Euphoria , Zendaya shared, 'It's been very, very special. The most special thing is when people come up and say: 'Hey, I really needed that,' or 'That was my story and I just want to say thank you'. Zendaya's record-breaking deal is a cultural moment. She is setting new standards for representation, pay, and creative control. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
Buzz Feed
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
10 TV Characters Who'd Be TikTok Influencers In 2025
1. Moira Rose (Schitt's Creek) Haul of vintage wigs, overly dramatic lip syncs, and cryptic "life advice." Her bio? "Former soap opera star. Now educating the masses. Caw, caw!" 2. Rue Bennett (Euphoria) No thirst traps. No trends. Just POV videos set to obscure music and cryptic captions like "it's all a simulation." 2M followers. No explanation. 3. Blair Waldorf (Gossip Girl) Soft-launching Chuck every other week and posts sponsored by high-end skincare brands. She definitely writes long captions like it's Tumblr in 2010. 4. Michael Scott (The Office) Would go viral weekly for saying completely unhinged things at work. Accidentally creates a meme without realizing it. 5. Sydney Adamu (The Bear) Her TikToks would be stressful, intense, and weirdly inspiring. "Yes, chef," but make it girlboss. 6. Steve Harrington (Stranger Things) He thinks he's posting for the boys but is unintentionally a thirst trap king. The comments are feral. 7. Penelope Featherington (Bridgerton) Secret soft-launches, gossip threads, bookish thirst traps. Starts with regency-core vibes, ends up being your favorite messy narrator. 9. Nate Jacobs (Euphoria) Posts shirtless videos with moody lighting and Nicki Minaj audio. The comments are unwell. 10. Spencer Reid (Criminal Minds) Nerdy facts, introvert vibes, accidental thirst traps. "Here's a fact you didn't ask for" turns into a fan account war in the comments. Quiet king of TikTok. Are there any other TV characters you could see ruling our TikTok screens? Let me know in the comments!
