Petition Calls 'The Crown' Star Matt Smith to Donate Extra Salary to Time's Up | THR News

The transcript discusses the salary disparity between Claire Foy and Matt Smith in 'The Crown', highlighting the Times Up movement's influence on addressing gender pay gaps. It mentions petitions urging actors to donate salary differences to the Times Up Legal Defense Fund, referencing similar actions by Mark Wahlberg. The transcript also covers casting changes in 'The Crown' for upcoming seasons and the broader conversation on salary parity, including BBC's gender pay gap issues.

What was the reason given for Matt Smith's higher salary compared to Claire Foy on 'The Crown'?

• His role was more significant

• He was more popular with audiences

• He had more acting experience

• He worked longer hours

What action did the petition urge Netflix and Matt Smith to take regarding the salary disparity?

• Recast the roles

• Donate the pay difference to a legal fund

• Increase Claire Foy's salary

• Apologize publicly

How did Mark Wahlberg respond to the petition regarding his pay disparity with Michelle Williams?

• He ignored it

• He reduced his salary

• He donated to the Times Up fund

• He apologized to Michelle Williams

Who is set to take over the role of Queen Elizabeth in the upcoming seasons of 'The Crown'?

• Claire Foy

• Helena Bonham Carter

• Vanessa Kirby

• Olivia Coleman

What was the outcome of the pay disparity revelations at the BBC?

• A public apology from the BBC

• No action was taken

• Increased salaries for all employees

• Resignation of a prominent editor