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Jemele Hill Critiques Michael B. Jordan Salary Claims

3/25/2026

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Jemele Hill, journalist, criticized a report that Michael B. Jordan is demanding a high salary for the next Miami Vice film.
The article notes that terms like "demand" are also used for white actors, including Tom Cruise and Bruce Willis.
The article argues Hill's claims lack factual support and imply racial bias that does not hold up.
The article concludes Hill's framing pushes a narrative rather than reflecting reality.

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Story summary

Jemele Hill, journalist, criticized a report that Michael B. Jordan is demanding a high salary for the next Miami Vice film.
The article notes that terms like "demand" are also used for white actors, including Tom Cruise and Bruce Willis.
The article argues Hill's claims lack factual support and imply racial bias that does not hold up.
The article concludes Hill's framing pushes a narrative rather than reflecting reality.