Cate Blanchett mocked for saying she's 'middle class' in speech

Cate Blanchett is being mocked for declaring she is "middle class" despite her estimated US$95 million fortune.Cate Blanchett is being mocked for declaring she is "middle class" despite her estimated US$95 million fortune.

When asked about her experience as a UN goodwill ambassador and giving refugee filmmakers a platform, she said: "I'm white, I'm privileged, I'm middle class, and I think, you know, one can be accused of having a bit of a white saviour complex, but to be perfectly honest, my interaction with the refugees in the field and also in resettled environments has totally changed my perspective on the world.

She went on: "I've met some extraordinary people with extraordinary creative talents and amazing perspectives."One ranted: "You think you're middle class, Cate Blanchett?" while another raged: "I love Cate Blanchett, but in what world is she 'middle class' she's been in two major franchises and is worth an estimated a US$90 million."

Other fans of Cate's defended the actress, saying she may have meant she was "middle class" compared to billionaire showbiz figures.

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