9. Suzanne left the show over failed money negotiations
Suzanne was making $30,000 an episode when she asked for a raise to match John’s salary, which at the time was $150,000 an episode. She also wanted ten percent of the show’s profits. They countered with a $5000 raise offer. Considering Somers and her dumb blond character was the breakout star and a major part of the show’s success, good for her for trying to close the wage gap way back then. Sadly, the producers didn’t appreciate her gumption. After boycotting several episodes, her character was essentially reduced to 60 seconds of screen time where she phoned her roommates at the end of each show. Then she was then fired and written out of the show, replaced by Chrissy’s clumsy cousin (played by Jennilee Harrison). Suzanne Somers’ credibility in show business was damaged by this ordeal. She had a few acting roles (She’s the Sheriff and Step by Step) but has become a successful author and infomercial queen worth millions – remember the Thighmaster?
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