- Emmy-winning actor Christina Applegate initially declined her role in the 2004 comedy Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy because the offer was so low.
- Applegate said she knew her worth and could not accept the initial low offer for the film.
- Will Ferrell and director Adam McKay contributed portions of their own salaries to ensure Applegate was paid fairly.
- Applegate described the experience as one of the best of her life, highlighting the invaluable improv lessons learned from the cast and director.
- The actor is currently promoting her new memoir, You with the Sad Eyes, which details her personal struggles and experiences.
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