CINEMA
What was Brad Pitt’s first big movie and how much did he get paid for it?
The renowned actor has appeared in many a Hollywood blockbuster, but we can’t forget the role that catapulted him to fame.
We’ve witnessed his stellar performances in blockbuster hits like ‘Seven’ and ‘The Curious Case of Benjamin Button’, not to mention ‘Inglourious Basterds’ and the unforgettable ‘Once Upon a Once in... Hollywood’. Collaborating with esteemed directors like Quentin Tarantino, Brad Pitt’s rise to fame may seem effortless, but it all began with a breakthrough role in his very first movie, the one that launched him into super stardom.
Brad Pitt’s first big break
Enter ‘Thelma and Louise’, where a young Pitt took his initial steps into the world of cinema, instantly earning the reputation as a heartthrob within the glitzy realm of Hollywood. Over three decades ago, the Oklahoma-born actor graced the screen alongside actresses Susan Sarandon and Geena Davis, portraying a brief yet memorable role as the sexy young man.
This pivotal moment set the stage for an illustrious career filled with triumphs.
Pitt-ance: a modest beginning
Despite now commanding a hefty fee of around thirty million per film and reaping immense profits from lucrative endorsement deals, Brad Pitt’s first foray into filmmaking didn’t exactly line his pockets, despite its resounding success, grossing $45 million domestically at the time. In fact, for his now-iconic 1991 role, the actor earned a meagre sum of just six thousand dollars.
That said, the value of his role transcends monetary gain, as it propelled him into the stratosphere of Hollywood A-listers... an invaluable reward indeed.