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Originally Posted by Coach
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I didn't respond after CYs breakdown because it's obviously so out to lunch, figured they could find out on their own if they want. They are still union TV performers subject to those rules, they have to be paid a certain level. And $100K/year living in NYC as one of the stars of one of the most popular and recognizable shows in history is not a lot of money just in general, and then when you compare it to other TV stars it's insanely low. ...
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Perhaps, help me understand the point you are arguing. Is it that SNL should pay new cast member more, because life in NYC is expensive? Or should they pay them more, because other stars get paid more? Either one is rather flawed logically. Let's assume that $3k/episode is the correct amount (this information is not published and all hearsay, but regardless). SNL makes 18-21 new episodes per season; so, $54K-63K for 20 weeks of fun and learning on the most desirable comedy show in US. Not a huge amount for living in Manhattan, sure. But they can and do work other gigs - clubs, private functions, filming industry etc. They can also share an apartment and drive a limo, like Larry David did, to support themselves. And why should SNL pay young unproven cast members same or close to other stars? They are not stars yet. Similar to pro-sports: athletes are paid low in their first contracts and get much more if they become a star.
It is hard to disagree with this logic. So it must be a different point then. What is it?