Chris Pine Reflects on Career-Defining Moment with 'Princess Diaries 2' Paycheck

The actor's modest salary for his role in the 2004 film marked a pivotal financial and professional turning point.

Chris Pine received a $65,000 salary for 'Princess Diaries 2,' which felt transformative despite its modesty.
Pine's financial struggles included a $400 bank overdraft before his casting in the film.
The role of Nicholas Deveraux in the sequel was Pine's major film debut, significantly impacting his career trajectory.
Anne Hathaway, his co-star, had already established a higher pay scale, highlighting industry disparities.
Rumors of a 'Princess Diaries 3' persist, with fans hopeful for the return of Pine and Hathaway.