In our society, women are always advised to have their own sources of income, so as not to depend on the person who shares their life. We know: all over the world, men are paid better than women, and in the event of separation or divorce, it is mainly the latter who find themselves faced with financial problems.
In theory, Salma Hayek will not face this problem. A distinguished actress, she is remarried to billionaire François-Heni Pinault, and has never hidden the fact that she did not sign a prenuptial contract. Also, in the event of divorce, she will be entitled to part of her husband's fortune.
Salma Hayek wants to remain in control of her finances
Married to the businessman for 15 years now, Salma Hayek had considered ending her career after the birth of their daughter, Valentina, in 2007. At the time, proud of the career of his wife, François -Henri Pinault had strongly encouraged her not to give it up. And, many years later, the actress has no regrets.
“I manage my finances in many aspects of my life,” she told the Wall Street Journal magazine. When it comes to her personal needs, the actress refuses to use the resources provided by the man who shares her life. “I have the pressure to earn a certain amount, and I like that,” she says. “And now I’ve decided I want to win even more.”
Encouragement from his partner
At 58 years old, Salma Hayek rejoices in her financial independence, she who is still very active as an actress, while being the muse of brands, and involved in numerous charitable works. “My husband and I keep our finances separate, even though we do not have a prenuptial agreement that divides our assets,” she says. “He admires my ethics. I think he finds it sexy.”
The actress had a golden childhood: her father, who worked in the oil industry, however, lost his entire fortune before she was over the age of 20. By becoming an actress, she took responsibility for ensuring the financial comfort of her family. “That’s how I became the best version of myself,” she says with pride. And she intends to pass on this value of work to her daughter Valentina, who already accompanies her in numerous projects.
