There's Brendan Fraser - Elliot Page, SAG AFTRA Strike: Hollywood Actors and Actresses in the United States Go on Strike

Kapanlagi.com - SAG-AFTRA (Screen Actors Guild - American Federation of Television and Radio Artists) is a labor union representing actors, singers, radio broadcasters, and artists in the entertainment industry in the United States. The recent strike by SAG-AFTRA is related to demands by its members regarding labor rights, wages, working conditions, or protection in the entertainment industry.

This protest action is mainly related to changes in the industry due to the proliferation of streaming services, which have impacted their jobs due to the presence of Artificial Intelligence (AI). The existence of streaming platforms such as Netflix, Disney+, and Hulu has led to a tendency for lower wages for these artists.

1. Hollywood Actors and Actresses Take to the Streets

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This strike is being carried out where SAG-AFTRA members collectively refuse to work or participate in certain entertainment productions until their demands are met. The goal of the strike is to achieve desired changes in contract agreements, regulations, or industry standards that affect union members.

Many top actors and actresses have directly joined in support of this strike. Some of them include Jack Black, Elliot Page, Jesse Eisenberg, Jameela Jamil, Brendan Fraser, Sarah Paulson, Elizabeth Reaser, Jamie Alexander, Stephen Lang, and many more.

2. Strike Could Last Until Early 2024

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According to NME, SAG-AFTRA negotiator Duncan Crabtree-Island recently stated that the strike could last until early 2024. On Tuesday (August 1), SAG president Fran Drescher commented that they would continue to fight in the long term. "We have financially prepared ourselves for the next six months," she said. "And we are fully committed to winning it."

This strike in the entertainment industry can have significant impacts as it can disrupt production schedules, hinder the launch of new projects, and result in financial losses for producers and other involved parties. However, strikes can also be an effective tool for union members to achieve necessary changes for their interests in a competitive and dynamic work environment.

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