Jason Isaacs reveals the salary every White Lotus star earned per episode: ‘A very low price’
White Lotus star breaks industry taboo by revealing salaries
- Jason Isaacs confirmed that the cast of HBO's The White Lotus received a "very low" salary of $40,000 per episode, which he said was low compared to other big TV shows.
- Isaacs stated that the entire cast "would have paid to be in it," emphasising that the opportunity was more valuable than the compensation.
- Each actor in the main cast of Season 3 received the same, regardless of their star power or experience.
- Producer David Bernard revealed that the equal pay structure was implemented in the first season due to budget constraints and ensures actors are motivated by the project itself.
- Season 3 of The White Lotus featured an ensemble cast including Isaacs, Parker Posey, Walton Goggins, and others, and is expected to receive multiple Emmy nominations.