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Jeremy Renner Rejects 'Hawkeye' Season 2 Over Pay Dispute with Disney

Renner claims he was offered half his original salary post-accident, while Disney disputes his allegations.

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Overview

  • Jeremy Renner declined to reprise his role in 'Hawkeye' Season 2 after being offered half his original salary for the first season.
  • Renner attributes the pay cut to assumptions about his capabilities following his 2023 snowplow accident, which left him with over 30 broken bones.
  • The actor expressed disappointment but emphasized his love for the character and his willingness to return under fair compensation terms.
  • Disney and Marvel have publicly denied Renner's allegations regarding the pay negotiations, creating a contested narrative.
  • Renner highlighted the workload imbalance of 'double the work for half the pay' as a key factor in his decision to step away from the series.