Russell Crowe started this whole thing off in a negative note. On the set of one the upcoming Robin Hood movie (starring Crowe and Cate Blanchett), one of the boom operators was delayed because her car died. And I mean the car was done - burnt well done according to reports. This left the poor woman bitter and twisted,as she was in deep Rubble. (I think the Brits out there will get that.)
Thus on the set she was complaining about having to buy a new car. This is when Crowe jumped in and let his mouth fly unfettered. Effectively making fun of the situation, and the woman in question. But being a Brit she was undaunted and replied back
Well, I suppose it's OK for you, Russell. You've probably never had to worry about finding five grand for a new car."
Crowe it seems was put well into his place. And he was definitely reminded of the difference between an A-list entertainer and the rest of us that work too hard for a living. So he decided to apologize. By giving her 5,000 pounds and stating
"There you go. You can buy a 10,000 pound car now."
For those in the U.S. he roughly gave her $8,100. Which is a nice way to make up for a snide comment.
And for those that think this, and the reputation of generosity that Crowe has on the Robin Hood set, are just a gimmick to get advertising for the film - so far the media reps for Crowe have yet to publicly admit any of this. So it adds a level of the genuine for me.
If its as true as reports state, and considering that Crowe makes between $10 and 25 million per picture, it was very kind of him. An apology that really sticks in the mind. If only all entertainers could get slapped back to reality, and react in a similar manner, when thier egos take over their mouths and actions.
Well at least they have this example to follow.
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