How Much Michelle Williams Got To Attend Red Sea Film Festival?

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Actress Michelle Williams reportedly received $900K to attend the Red Sea Film Festival in Saudi Arabia.

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The 10-day event began on November 30, drawing A-listers like Sharon Stone and Joel Kinnaman.

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Michelle Williams stunned on the red carpet in a Giambattista Valli ensemble.

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A newsletter alleged that $1 million was the standing offer for major stars at the festival.

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CAA reportedly negotiated just under $1 million for Michelle Williams, with rumors of more for Will Smith.

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Williams expressed curiosity about the region's rapid change and praised the festival's focus on 38 filmmakers.

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Other celebrities, including Sofia Vergara, attended the event, with a plane allegedly sent for Johnny Depp.

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The newsletter criticized the festival, linking it to Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's controversial actions.

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This comes after the Biden administration's report on journalist Jamal Khashoggi's assassination.

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Some lawmakers found the imposed financial and travel restrictions insufficient, while others appreciated the transparency.

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