Two-time Oscar-nominated actor Djimon Hounsou talks about his philanthropic work, and how ‘systemic racism’ means he’s still struggling to make a living.

Actor Djimon Hounsou wants to bridge the gap between African and Black Americans through his event series, Africa Reconnect.

Djimon Hounsou said in a recent interview with CNN that he continues to struggle as a working actor in Hollywood despite several roles in studio blockbusters under his belt and two Oscar nominations to his name.

Hounsou’s most famous movies include “Amistad,” “Gladiator,” “In America,” “Blood Diamond,” “How to Train Your Dragon 2,” “Guardians of the Galaxy,” “Captain Marvel,” “Charlie’s Angels,” “Shazam!” ‘”A Quiet Place Part II,” “A Quiet Place: Day One,” and both “Rebel Moon” films.

Djimon Hounsou — a two-time Oscar nominee with two decades of experience in the industry — said he still struggles to make a living in Hollywood while appearing on CNN's 'African Voices Changemakers.'

Two-time Oscar nominee Djimon Hounsou says he's still 'struggling to make a living' despite acclaim and two decades in the industry: 'I'm definitely underpaid.'

Gladiator actor Djimon Hounsou said he's"struggling financially to make a living" despite having been nominated for two Oscars: "I'm definitely underpaid."

Two-time Oscar nominee Djimon Hounsou says he still struggles to 'make a living' in Hollywood despite receiving critical acclaim and awards attention.

Djimon Hounsou, a two-time Oscar nominee, has revealed that he continues to face financial struggles despite decades in Hollywood. In an interview with CNN Africa, he criticized the industry for its systemic racism and expressed frustration at being overlooked in his career.