Salma Hayek faces pressure to earn despite billionaire husband

In Los Angeles, Salma Hayek was seen participating in Black Friday sales, a popular shopping event held the day after Thanksgiving in the United States. The 58-year-old actress wore a casual dark red sweater and black jeans while attempting to maintain a low profile with a large fedora. While shopping, she was spotted enjoying a smoke break and chatting with a young woman. Hayek is known for advocating women's support and empowerment, and she has emphasized the importance of financial independence in her life. In an interview with the Wall Street Journal, Hayek discussed the dynamics of her marriage to billionaire Francois-Henri Pinault, indicating that they keep their finances separate and have no prenuptial agreement. She expressed that despite her husband's wealth, she feels a personal obligation to earn her own income, stating, “I have the pressure to make a certain amount of money, and I like it.” Hayek’s commitment to creating her own financial path appears to stem from her desire to be independent and her dedication to her career. Recently, she has been involved as an executive producer for the HBO series adaptation of Laura Esquivel's novel, 'Like Water for Chocolate,' through her own production company, Ventanarosa Productions. This series highlights her effort to contribute to the representation of Latin American culture in film and television. She has reflected on the misconceptions surrounding her marriage and her financial stance, addressing accusations of marrying for money. Hayek’s strong bond with her husband, whom she married in 2009, remains a focal point, contradicting claims that her relationship was purely financially motivated. The couple shares a daughter, Valentina, who is 17 years old.