Madonna is a strict performer.

Carrie Ann Inaba opened up about her experience with the legendary performer on The Jennifer Hudson Show.

The Dancing With the Stars judge spoke about touring with Madonna earlier in her career.

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“Back in the day, she was very strict,” she explained.

“She gave us this one rule, which I’m so grateful she did. It was, for every minute you’re late, you have to pay her $100 out of your paycheck.”

Carrie added that now, she’s always on time or even shows up “too early.”

“There was like Michael [Jackson], Prince, and Madonna at the time. Right? I got on Madonna‘s tour, and I was like, ‘That’s all I need.’”

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