SAG-AFTRA, the union representing Hollywood actors, has announced it has approved a tentative deal to end the strike! And you know what that means? As of 12.01 a.m. on Thursday, 9 November, actors can officially return to work! Productions can continue! We will finally be a step closer to finding out whether Belly chooses Jeremiah…
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Writers Vote to Ratify Agreement with Hollywood Studios
Members of the the Writers Guild of America (WGA) have voted to ratify a three-year deal with Hollywood studios – which is great news because it marks the formal end to the writers strike! According to the WGA, 99% of union members voted in favour of the new contract (8,435 “yes” votes, 90 “no” votes)…
Hollywood Stars Donate Over $15M To Help Pay Bills & Cover Food Costs For Striking Actors
The Clooneys, Meryl Streep and Oprah Winfrey are among the Hollywood stars who have donated US$1 million or more each to support striking actors. According to the SAG-AFTRA Foundation, the charity which provides performers with relief during unexpected financial crises, it has received over $15 million for its Emergency Financial Assistance Program in the last…