Minka Kelly fights for equal pay in Ransom Canyon, plus chemistry with Josh Duhamel.
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Minka Kelly didn’t just show up for her role in the Netflix Western; she made sure her voice was heard from day one.
What drove her to demand equal pay?
When Minka, at 44, landed the part alongside Josh Duhamel, 52, in Ransom Canyon, she straight-up asked for her salary to match his as the show’s second lead.
It’s not every day you see actors pushing back like that, but she did it with confidence.
Though Netflix didn’t fully level the field, they bumped her pay up significantly—closing the gap without a massive fight.
How did it all go down?
She told Deadline it wasn’t a big battle; they made it easy, which is pretty cool.
That’s one of the perks of working with Netflix—they’re all about fairness.
Minka even shared that it felt seamless, like a win for everyone involved.
But wait, what about the on-set vibes?
Did their chemistry click right away? Absolutely, and it was like magic from the start.
Minka, known from Friday Night Lights, gushed to PEOPLE about teaming up with Duhamel on this adaptation of Jodi Thomas’ books.
They tested their spark before filming, and boom—it flowed like butter. Short story: she felt safe and excited, texting him immediately to say so.
Why does that matter in a show like this?
It set the tone for the whole series. Minka raved about having such a solid partner, with their connection holding strong throughout.
And let’s not forget Duhamel’s rugged cowboy look—on a horse, in a hat—it’s going to win hearts all over again.
Will fans eat this up?
You bet. The show streams on Netflix now, blending romance, Texas drama, and real-life grit.
Minka thinks viewers will fall for Duhamel in this fresh role, and honestly, who’s going to argue?
In the end, it’s stories like these that make entertainment feel alive—equal pay wins, easy chemistry, and a dash of Western charm.