Christina Applegate Says Will Ferrell and Adam McKay Took Pay Cuts to Boost Her 'Anchorman' Salary

Christina Applegate: Will Ferrell and Adam McKay Gave Me Parts of Their ‘Anchorman’ Salaries After “Offensive” Studio Offer

Christina Applegate recalls filming Anchorman, including when Will Ferrell and Adam McKay gave her more money from their own salaries.

Christina Applegate Recalls ‘Anchorman’s Original Offer Was “A Little Offensive,” Will Ferrell & Adam McKay “Chipped In” From Their Own Salaries

While Veronica Corningstone was dealing with sexism in a 1970s newsroom, Christina Applegate was dealing with her own behind-the-scenes gender parity.

Christina Applegate says Will Ferrell and Adam McKay took pay cuts to boost her 'Anchorman' salary

Applegate likened "learning from that group of dudes," including Ferrell, McKay, and Steve Carell, to a "master class."Will Ferrell and Christina Applegate in 'Anchorman'Credit: CBS via GettyIt takes a village to make a movie — and close the wage gap.Christina Applegate learned the true value of allyship while in talks to star in the now-classic 2004 comedy Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy. The actress would ultimately sign on to play the f…

Christina Applegate Says ‘Anchorman’ Pay Offer Was ‘Offensive,’ So Will Ferrell and Adam McKay Gave Her More Money From Their Own Salaries: ‘I Know My Worth’

Christina Applegate's 'Anchorman' pay was so little that Will Ferrell and Adam McKay took money out of their salaries to give her a boost.

Christina Applegate says initial Anchorman offer was ‘offensive’

Emmy-winning actor starred in the 2004 comedy and its 2013 sequel alongside Will Ferrell, Steve Carell and Paul Rudd