# Charlize Theron Discusses AI, Female Pay Equity, and Mexican Cuisine

Oscar winner Charlize Theron spoke on AI in film, gender pay gaps, and her love for Mexican food at a Telmex event.

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Charlize Theron, an Oscar winner for 'Monster' and co-star of 'Mad Max: Fury Road', spoke at the Mexico Siglo XXI event organized by Fundación Telmex. [^1]

The México Siglo XXI 2026 event is set to launch at the Auditorio Nacional with an attendance of 10,000 students from public and private universities in Mexico. [^2]

Theron argued that women should feel entitled to demand equal pay for their work in acting and other roles. [^3]

Theron believes that while AI can reduce costs and enable directors to make films they otherwise couldn't, the industry must reflect on its implications. [^4]

Theron expressed concern that AI might displace jobs but noted that smaller films and festivals will likely continue to thrive. [^5]

Charlize Theron is scheduled to appear at the event as an actress, model, producer, and activist. [^6]

Justin Trudeau, former Prime Minister of Canada, is scheduled to appear at the event. [^7]

The event is sponsored by the Fundación Telmex Telcel and focuses on inspiring young people with global vision and new perspectives. [^8]

## What this stands on

1. Charlize Theron, an Oscar winner for 'Monster' and co-star of 'Mad Max: Fury Road', spoke at the Mexico Siglo XXI event organized by Fundación Telmex. (El Universal, News)
2. The México Siglo XXI 2026 event is set to launch at the Auditorio Nacional with an attendance of 10,000 students from public and private universities in Mexico. (Vanguardia, News)
3. Theron argued that women should feel entitled to demand equal pay for their work in acting and other roles. (El Universal, News)
4. Theron believes that while AI can reduce costs and enable directors to make films they otherwise couldn't, the industry must reflect on its implications. (El Universal, News)
5. Theron expressed concern that AI might displace jobs but noted that smaller films and festivals will likely continue to thrive. (El Universal, News)
6. Charlize Theron is scheduled to appear at the event as an actress, model, producer, and activist. (Vanguardia, News)
7. Justin Trudeau, former Prime Minister of Canada, is scheduled to appear at the event. (Vanguardia, News)
8. The event is sponsored by the Fundación Telmex Telcel and focuses on inspiring young people with global vision and new perspectives. (Vanguardia, News)

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