Hollywood Strikes: Actors and Workers Revolt
Actors from SAG-AFTRA, the union representing 160,000 members, including A-list stars and struggling actors, went on strike against film and TV productions due to the industry's rapid changes and the difficulty of earning a living. Jason Sudeikis, star of "Ted Lasso," joined the picket line and expressed his commitment to striking "as long as it takes." The strike, the largest since 1997, could potentially disrupt the fall television season and the release of big-budget movies. The strike is also in solidarity with the ongoing strike by the Writers Guild of America. The management claims to have made significant offers, but the union argues that their proposal on artificial intelligence does not offer adequate protections.
- Jason Sudeikis on the picket line: We'll strike 'as long as it takes' CNN
- SAG-AFTRA Actors Share How Much They Make In Residuals BuzzFeed
- In Hollywood, the Strikes Are Just Part of the Problem The New York Times
- It isn't just striking SAG-AFTRA and WGA. Workers are revolting Los Angeles Times
- ‘Deadpool 3’, ‘Stranger Things’ among strike-paused movies and shows NewsNation Now
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