After a controversial social media post, former MMA fighter turned actress Gina Carano felt a huge sting in her bank account when she was let go from The Mandalorian.

The termination of Gina Carano from her role in The Mandalorian and Star Wars universe sent shockwaves through both the entertainment industry and social media platforms a few years back. Carano, who was romantically linked to actor Henry Cavill, faced severe consequences after sharing a controversial statement online.

This unexpected turn of events not only halted her career trajectory but also dealt a significant blow to her financial stability. As a former MMA fighter turned actress, Carano’s abrupt departure from the hit show resulted in a substantial decrease in her earnings, ultimately impacting her overall net worth.

Gina Carano in a still from The Mandalorian

Gina Carano’s Financial Loss Following Her Departure from The Mandalorian

Gina Carano, once set for a bright future within the Star Wars galaxy, encountered a significant setback both professionally and financially. With a reported net worth of $4 million, the former MMA fighter saw a dent in her earnings following her departure from The Mandalorian.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Carano commanded a hefty salary of $25,000 to $50,000 per episode. She did seven in total, indicating a substantial income.

Gina Carano as Cara Dune in The Mandalorian

It was also said that prior to her exit from The Mandalorian, Carano was on the brink of securing a Star Wars spinoff centered around her character, Cara Dune. This potential project held the promise of further elevating her earnings and potentially boosting her net worth even higher.

While the loss of this spinoff opportunity and her role in The Mandalorian undoubtedly had an impact on her financial standing, Carano’s reported net worth suggests she still retains a great level of financial stability.

After posting a controversial message on social media drawing parallels between contemporary Republicanism and the Jewish experience during the Holocaust, Gina Carano was officially announced as not returning to her role in The Mandalorian or participating in any forthcoming Star Wars endeavors. According to The Hollywood Reporter, a Lucasfilm spokesperson stated,

“Gina Carano is not currently employed by Lucasfilm and there are no plans for her to be in the future,–Nevertheless, her social media posts denigrating people based on their cultural and religious identities are abhorrent and unacceptable.”

Pedro Pascal and Gina Carano in The Mandalorian

In an interview with the Post Millennial, Gina Carano shared her perspective on the events she experienced and explained her viewpoint. She explained,
“I would have been canceled anyways, 10 times from when I was canceled, so I’m actually happy it happened because my heart is free. I’m not hiding. I’m honest, I’m out here. And I’m a very flawed human being. I don’t have everything figured out. But I know one thing is I’m attracting people that I absolutely like I’m finding a tribe”

She further stated,

“For me, it was losing everything. And I just knew I couldn’t get on my knees for that propaganda that I saw so clearly. I got stripped of everything, and I feel like that was the best thing that could have happened to me because then things really do get real,” she added. “After you’re canceled, you’re looking at yourself, and your family is looking at you like ‘what the hell?’ And you’re like, ‘I don’t know, but like I feel like I have respect for myself.”

Judging by her statements, it appears that Gina Carano was coping well with the significant change and the controversies she endured until recently. The actress is now reported to be suing Lucasfilm and Disney over her termination, demanding $75,000 in compensation.