The Economic Times

Salma Hayek arrived in Hollywood unable to speak english, drive or even know she needed an agent. She now has a $200 million fortune

Salma Hayek's journey in Hollywood began with limited English skills and no representation. Despite significant challenges, she emerged as a prominent actress and producer, with her major break occurring in the 1995 film Desperado. Hayek later produced and took on the lead role in the critically acclaimed biopic Frida, and has successfully ventured into business and entrepreneurship since then.