
Ellen Pompeo: Pick Me, Choose Me, Pay Me More
Call Her Daddy
Navigating Fame and Financial Pressures
This chapter explores the intense pressures that come with being a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, especially after a notable salary reveal. It examines the mixed public reactions to success, particularly among women, and underscores the need for self-awareness in navigating the emotional landscape of fame.
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do want to talk a little bit more about that of you being the leading role, right? And the pressures that come with that. And can we talk about money? Yeah. Let's talk about money. Let's do it. Call Her Daddy is brought to you by Airbnb. Okay, so I went on a trip with all of my girlfriends to Vermont where my best friend was getting married and we were all going to figure out like, well, where do we want to stay? And oh, this place is too far away. And if you stay there, I won't really get ready with you. And then we decided on an Airbnb and it was the best decision of the weekend because we got this house. All of us stayed there. Matt came, my friends came, my friend brought her boyfriend and we all were able to feel like we were almost back in college where we were all in one space. We all got to make our coffee together. We got to eat breakfast together. We got to go on walks together. We got to have late night conversations after we went to the rehearsal dinner and the weddings. And it was just the best time because I feel like if you don't stay in an Airbnb, you're not going to be as close. You're not going to have those late night conversations. And we as girls, you know how much goes in to those late night conversations. We also had a pool table, which was so fun. The guys ended up playing while the girls were having wine in the living room in front of the fire, just talking about all the things about life and dating and relationships. You know a wedding makes you emotional. I told Matt in 2025, my goal is to stay in more Airbnbs wherever we go. If we're exploring a new city, culture, learning a new language, traveling, wherever it be, Airbnb is where it's at. So you can really be fully, fully invested in your time and experience all the things that come with that environment. Airbnb is the best way to make your trip one to remember because you get to explore not only the new city, but a new space in the city. Staying like a local helps you feel immersed wherever you are, as opposed to feeling like a tourist. You can grab groceries at a local market, explore the neighborhood bars and restaurants, Daddy Gang. And if you want to go somewhere, but you don't really know where, guest favorites might inspire you and may create a new tradition for you. So Daddy Gang, as you book your 2025 travel, my number one tip is to check out Airbnb first to find the perfect place to stay because your accommodation can really make or break the trip. Whatever your travel priorities are, they can be taken care of with an Airbnb, want a big kitchen, a gym, somewhere you can bring your dog. It's my favorite way to travel, hands down. There are so many reasons I love Airbnb. Stay tuned to hear more about my upcoming trips this year. Call Her Daddy is brought to you by T-Mobile. You know, listen, I've tried in my growing up to not really get too, too involved in the drama, but you know, we all love a good juicy rumor. And let me tell you, Daddy Gang, it is time to spill the tea on a rumor I have heard going around. And by tea, I mean T-Mobile. Boom. Yes. Guys, word on the street is that, listen, we've all had those ex-boyfriends that just do not treat us right. And we're not into it anymore. Well, guess what? T-Mobile are the real ones to treat you like queens moving forward. Okay. With T-Mobile, you're a VIP. That means access to exclusive experiences, perks and deals like concert tickets, skipping lines at events, and even free drinks at Club Magenta exclusively for T-Mobile customers. I don't know about you, but I love skipping lines. And I also love to go to concerts. So daddy gang, lean in to T-Mobile. T-Mobile wants to take you out on the town. They will whine you. They will dine you like you have never had before. Okay. So kick your old boyfriends to the curb. We don't need to be treated like that. Leave them on read. Okay. Sorry. Who is this? Literally block their number and then hit up T the one you actually want to go out with. I love T-Mobile. And here's the thing. I have a good self-esteem, but I'm not going to lie. I love T-Mobile Tuesdays where T-Mobile thanks customers every Tuesday with perks and discounts. Okay. I like being taken care of. So thank you, T-Mobile. Check out the VIP treatment at T-Mobile slash benefits. Your $20 million salary was publicly shared to the world. How did
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you feel when that came out? Well, my manager at the time said something to me that literally hit me like a brick. He said, are you ready to be unpopular? was like, what do you mean? And he was like, well, I just don't want you to think that everyone's going to go in and cheer for you and clap for you and bow to you and think you're the dopest thing ever because there's going to be a lot of people who are not happy for you. And that had never occurred to me. And I was like, oh, thanks for saying that to me. It did not occur to me. And you are so right. And so that was a good prep for me that he said that. But it's true. It's not everybody. And other women have said it, you know, publicly, like, you know, people generally, it's hard for people to celebrate other people if they have something that resembles something that they want.
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No,
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yeah. I feel very in
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simpatico with you on this.
Join Alex in the studio for an interview with Ellen Pompeo. Ellen discusses all things Grey’s Anatomy and reveals her take on some of Meredith’s most iconic moments and dating disasters. She also opens up about her salary negotiation, becoming the highest paid woman on TV, knowing her worth, and overcoming double standards. Enjoy!