Sharon Stone is considered to be one of the most iconic and talented actresses in Hollywood. From her sultry femme fatale roles to the ones that are dramatic and hard-hitting, she has proven herself to be deserving of her place in the industry. However, behind all the glitz and glamour, Stone had to struggle in her earlier days, mainly when it came to getting fair compensation for her work.

Sharon Stone on Conan on TBS | Team Coco/YouTube

But the actress was adamant and did ultimately make a place for herself in the entertainment world. So, let’s take a closer look at Stone’s journey and how it fits into the larger conversation of pay disparity.

Sharon Stone’s Defining Role in Basic Instinct Sharon Stone in Basic Instinct | Canal+

Basic Instinct was released in 1992 and is widely remembered for being provocative, at least for the 90s, and that...