Sean Astin says low Lord of the Rings pay forced him to sell his house

Sean Astin, beloved for his role as Samwise Gamgee in the Lord of the Rings trilogy, claims he wasn't paid enough to keep his home. The Hollywood Reporter quotes the actor saying he "had to sell" his house.

He played a pivotal part in the films, which grossed a staggering $2.9 billion worldwide. This revelation highlights the sometimes stark difference between a film's financial success and the compensation for its stars.

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