What Famous TV Commercial Actors Get Paid

Morgan Smith-Goodwin IRL

She appeared in many free readings, benefits, and concerts before getting her first Off-Broadway role. This role was for Freckleface Strawberry, and she is still an original cast member. Smith-Goodwin also played the lead role in Circumstance and Sweet Charity. Contrary to the popular belief, her hair isn't orange-red as you might see it in Wendy's commercials. It is actually blonde, but she dyes it for the commercials, and for good reason. Morgan has made over $3 million from her commercial spots with Wendy's.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.