Laverne Cox Reports Significant Income Loss, Cites Trump Administration's Policies
Actress and Emmy winner Laverne Cox has stated that her income has decreased by 90% in recent years. She attributes this financial impact to the Donald Trump administration's policies, specifically what she described as "attacks on gender ideology and DEI." Cox made these comments to The Guardian while promoting her new book, "Transcendent: A Memoir," noting a decline in corporate speaking engagements.
Actress Laverne Cox has publicly stated that she has experienced a 90% loss of income over the past few years. The Emmy-winning star, known for her role in "Orange Is the New Black," shared this information during an interview with The Guardian.
Cox linked the significant drop in her earnings to the Donald Trump administration, citing its alleged "attacks on gender ideology and DEI" (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) as the cause. She indicated that her corporate speaking engagements, a previous source of income, have significantly diminished.
The actress's remarks were made in conjunction with the promotion of her new book, titled "Transcendent: A Memoir."
According to Variety, these statements highlight Cox's perspective on the broader impact of political rhetoric and policy on her career and financial standing.
