SAG-AFTRA Continues Strike as Hollywood Awaits Final Contract Offer Review

SAG-AFTRA is preparing its response to the studios' "last, best and final" offer as negotiations continue to resolve the 116-day actors strike. The offer includes a success bonus for streaming shows, increased minimum rates, and protections against artificial intelligence. Some SAG-AFTRA members have expressed dissatisfaction with the offer and are urging high-profile actors to pressure studio CEOs for a better deal. The studios have indicated that they will not negotiate further, emphasizing that this offer is their final one. The hope is that a deal can be reached to restart production in January, but the CEOs have warned that certain broadcast shows may not be salvageable. The union is also focused on addressing concerns related to the use of artificial intelligence in the industry.