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Sean Astin Elected SAG-AFTRA President

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Source: The Hollywood Reporter
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Sean Astin, known for his role in 'Lord of the Rings,' was elected president of SAG-AFTRA, succeeding Fran Drescher, with Michelle Hurd as secretary-treasurer, amid a low voter turnout. They campaigned on themes of returning production to the U.S., improving benefits, and AI protections, and will face upcoming contract negotiations in 2026.

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